Infiniti Will Launch New Manual Q50 Sedan in 2027
The upcoming Q50 sedan will offer a manual transmission option, aiming to boost sales to 100,000 units by 2029.
Updated on Sept. 25, 2026 in Car Types
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Infiniti plans to release a new Q50 sedan in the United States in the second half of 2027. The vehicle will feature an optional manual transmission and is expected to be priced between $55,000 and $60,000.
Why it matters
Following a 9% sales decline in 2025, Infiniti is pivoting to a performance-focused strategy to help reach its 100,000-unit annual sales goal. This shift marks an effort to regain brand identity by appealing specifically to driving enthusiasts.
Infiniti recorded 52,846 U.S. sales in 2025, a 9% year-over-year decline. The company projects a 10% attachment rate for the new manual transmission option, which will be paired with a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine.
The players
Infiniti
The luxury vehicle division of Nissan that is currently seeking to revitalize its reputation through a focus on performance-oriented models.
Nissan
The parent automotive manufacturer that developed the new Skyline architecture using advanced digital tools to shorten production timelines.
The details
The new Q50 utilizes the rear-wheel-drive platform and transmission engineering shared with the Nissan Z NISMO. To accelerate development, Nissan used artificial intelligence and digital tools across the design and testing phases, completing the architecture in 26 months. The engine will deliver 420 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque, mirroring the performance output of the Z NISMO.
Timeline
1957: The first Skyline enters production under Prince Motor Company.
2025: Infiniti records 52,846 U.S. vehicle sales.
2027: The new Infiniti Q50 arrives in the United States.
2029: Infiniti targets hitting 100,000 unit sales.
The Home Front
This release marks a significant departure from the brand's current heavy reliance on SUVs, which accounted for 84% of its 2025 sales volume. By reintroducing manual performance options, the company is positioning its product strategy against a long-term decline in luxury sedan interest.
Prospective buyers should monitor official brand announcements for specific dealer order timelines as the 2027 release date approaches. If you are budgeting for a luxury sedan purchase, anticipate a price point between $55,000 and $60,000 when evaluating your long-term vehicle finances.
The takeaway
Infiniti is betting that a niche manual-transmission offering will help restore its performance-brand reputation and reverse a 65% sales drop since 2017. Buyers interested in the new sedan should track future updates on the official brand portal for potential pre-order opportunities.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by HotCars.
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