Infiniti to launch pure electric car in 2021, further insist on electrification

infiniti going electric in 2021

Sounds familiar? That’s because everyone is doing the same thing in the car industry

After a breathtaking appearance in Detroit with the Q Inspiration Concept, Infiniti is also laying out some of the brand’s plans for the future. And yes, (unsurprisingly) electrification is the way to go.

Although the Q Inspiration prototype unveiled at NAIAS 2018 was said to rely on Infiniti’s new VC-Turbo four-cylinder gasoline engine, the company’s plan adheres to a greener purpose. In this regard, Infiniti says it will offer electrified powertrains starting with 2021, with the same year being marked as the debut timeframe for an all-electric car.

According to Nissan CEO Hiroto Saikawa, “customers can expect beautifully designed vehicles like the Q Inspiration concept shown in Detroit, with a whole new level of electrified driving performance as an evolution of Infiniti’s current powertrains.”

In more exact terms, the car manufacturer will focus on offering both pure EVs and e-Power versions, which use a small-capacity gasoline unit that charges a high-output battery pack. Think of a range extender, for example.

At a first glance, the plan does look feasible because the technology is already available under the umbrella which Infiniti shares with Nissan, Renault and recently, Mitsubishi.