Now that we get to see the Infiniti Q50 in greater detail we have to say it is a much finer product than we first thought. The replacement for the old G37 boasts a fancy design inspired by the Essence Concept which makes it look elegant and simple at the same time. That is a hard trick to pull.

Here’s a video from the car’s unveiling ceremony at Detroit Motor Show, featuring Cirque du Soleil:

At launch in North America, two advanced powertrains will be available, followed by additional engine options in other global markets later in the year. The Q50’s refined 3.7-liter aluminum-alloy DOHC 24-valve V6 is rated at 328 horsepower (est.) and 269 lb-ft of torque (est.) and features Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS) and Variable Valve Event & Lift (VVEL®).

The available hybrid powertrain features the Infiniti Direct Response Hybrid™ system with Intelligent Dual Clutch Control. It combines a 3.5-liter 24-valve DOHC aluminum-alloy V6 and compact laminated lithium-ion battery design with an innovative one-motor/two-clutch motor control. The system’s V6 is rated at 296 horsepower (est.) and 255 lb-ft of torque (est.), while the advanced 50 kW electric motor is rated at 67 horsepower (est.) and 199 lb-ft of torque (est.). The hybrid system net power is 354 horsepower (est.), providing strong acceleration and lean fuel economy.