Photo: Larte Design
The Infiniti Q30 is not cheap, not German and not really a crossover. And although all those points are up for debate, we're here to talk about the first tuning project we've ever seen.
The first of anything is worthy of attention, although Larte's work with the car isn't exactly a Chuck Yeager moment. It's not very impressive, but the Q30 has an odd shape that doesn't lend itself to extensive customization.
What they've done is start with something that's popular with the Europeans and make it more desirable. What looks like a Q30 Sport has been configured with the 2.2-liter diesel engine making 170 horsepower. For the record, that's the same one fitted to an A220d or GLA220d, right down to the 7-speed gearbox.
Using every tuner's favorite too, engine remapping, Larte has been able to increase the output to 205 horsepower and 410 Nm of torque. We don't have performance data available, but a standard Q30 2.2d is supposed to get from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds with front-wheel drive or 8.6 seconds with AWD.
Larte's body kit is there, but it's hard to notice. Orange and black stripes give the premium "Japanese" crossover a slightly sportier look. Some say it looks like painter's tape, but we are still childish enough to appreciate racing stripes, even on a diesel.
At the front, the bumper has been enhanced with trim around the fake side air intakes and a chin spoiler finished in gloss black. These features match the grille pattern and the trim around the fenders.
Down the sides, we see that the skirts have been enhanced. However, the rear features the most noticeable change, a wing added on top of the trunk. It and the fake diffuser tail are what you'd call overkill, but that's what tuning is all about.
A further highlight is the set of 9x21 inch wheels, called Drago Hellcut. They have a wonderful, sporty design. But the downside is they make the brakes appear tiny at the back. Come on, Infiniti! Nobody will take you seriously with small brakes.
What they've done is start with something that's popular with the Europeans and make it more desirable. What looks like a Q30 Sport has been configured with the 2.2-liter diesel engine making 170 horsepower. For the record, that's the same one fitted to an A220d or GLA220d, right down to the 7-speed gearbox.
Using every tuner's favorite too, engine remapping, Larte has been able to increase the output to 205 horsepower and 410 Nm of torque. We don't have performance data available, but a standard Q30 2.2d is supposed to get from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 seconds with front-wheel drive or 8.6 seconds with AWD.
Larte's body kit is there, but it's hard to notice. Orange and black stripes give the premium "Japanese" crossover a slightly sportier look. Some say it looks like painter's tape, but we are still childish enough to appreciate racing stripes, even on a diesel.
At the front, the bumper has been enhanced with trim around the fake side air intakes and a chin spoiler finished in gloss black. These features match the grille pattern and the trim around the fenders.
Down the sides, we see that the skirts have been enhanced. However, the rear features the most noticeable change, a wing added on top of the trunk. It and the fake diffuser tail are what you'd call overkill, but that's what tuning is all about.
A further highlight is the set of 9x21 inch wheels, called Drago Hellcut. They have a wonderful, sporty design. But the downside is they make the brakes appear tiny at the back. Come on, Infiniti! Nobody will take you seriously with small brakes.
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