The Infiniti Q Inspiration concept has created a lot of noise. Who knows if this Infiniti Q will ever hit the road, but it certainly is an Inspiration. Debuting at the 2018 Detroit auto show, the Infiniti Q Inspiration hints at the future design philosophy for the automaker.

The Plus-sized four-door sedan is as sleek as sleek can be, looking like something out of a futuristic movie. Yet while the Infiniti Q Inspiration certainly shakes things up, it also remains true to Infiniti’s brand and lineage. All around, the Infiniti Q Inspiration features sharp angles and sleek curves, with an especially daring front end accented by sharp points and slim headlights.

The Infiniti Q Inspiration is a hatchback, hinting that the Japanese automaker may be pursuing more of such designs in the future. The flashy car features a simplified design in many ways. This can be clearly seen with the simpler C-pillar design. The coupe-like roof also provides increased headroom while also imparting a sporty look.

The Q Inspiration features a VC-Turbo engine. This variable compression engine is able to achieve hybrid-like fuel efficiency, but doesn’t need batteries or to be plugged in. The turbocharged engine is still expected to provide great performance. This engine will be paired with the Infiniti QX50 as well.

Infiniti has also stated that they’d like to get back into the large sedan market. The company’s leadership believes that there’s a healthy market for “sexy sedans.” The Infiniti Q Inspiration hints at those ambitions, being sporty and sleek yet premium and refined as well. Certainly, the car is one to keep an eye on.

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