$51,680 AS TESTED

Infinitis continue to surprise me even though they shouldn’t since I’ve driven so many of them over the years. Yet, their high levels of sophistication and refinement, plus their superlative road manners and sleeper-esque performance win me over time and again. The 2015 Q50 Limited is no exception. Its smooth 3.7L V6 delivers 328 horses to the ATESSA E-TS all-wheel drive system through a seven-speed automatic with manual and downshift rev-matching modes. It coolly and calmly delivered a respectable 10.1 L/100 km over my 170-kilometre test, and the optional deluxe touring and technology package made sure the kitchen sink was along for the ride, too.