With sleek designs and Japanese artistry, it hints at a luxurious, performance-focused future.
It’s a brave new world for Infiniti as the brand takes a bold step into the electric vehicle landscape with its Vision Qe concept. Unveiled amidst the poetic backdrop of Tokyo Bay, this fastback sedan is more than just a car; it’s an epitome of Infiniti’s evolved design philosophy they call “Artistry In Motion.” Designed to set the stage for Infiniti’s maiden voyage into the realm of all-electric sedans, the Vision Qe concept combines luxurious aesthetics with groundbreaking technology.
Drawing from its Japanese heritage, the design team at Infiniti was driven by three key philosophies— “Kabuku,” “Sho,” and “Sui” —to sculpt this electrifying masterpiece. The bodywork is expressive, created to elicit a sense of the extraordinary and deliver an aura of speed, dynamism, and movement. Elegance meets muscle, as the car’s graceful aerodynamic profile merges with sensual surfacing on the fenders, giving us a sneak peek into the high-performance all-electric drive it promises. Alfonso Albaisa, Infiniti’s senior vice president for global design, described the design as an abstraction of a bird in flight—effortless yet powerful.
And let’s not forget those wheels. Standing on large geometrically-patterned wheels inspired by electric motor coils, the wheels add an artful and poignant touch. A gold accent on the wheels offers a tasteful contrast to the rich blue body color, which in itself is an artwork. Speaking of color, the Vision Qe is decked in a unique ‘shadow blue’ paint, enriched with lustrous gold highlights—a subtle nod to Infiniti’s recently revamped visual identity.
The car also gives a contemporary spin to Infiniti’s iconic ‘double-arched’ grille, reimagined for the electric age. In lieu of a traditional grille, sculpted lines integrated within the front fascia are dramatically outlined in bright LED. Further emphasizing its luxurious intent, the car features digital piano key lighting at both ends, glowing in a rich shade of gold.
The Vision Qe concept is a declaration of Infiniti’s artistic and technological ambitions. From the streamlined exterior designs to its thematic color palette, every element echoes the brand’s commitment to luxury and performance in the electric era. Those fortunate enough to be near Infiniti’s global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan, can witness this beauty in person starting next month. For the rest of us, it’s a thrilling preview of what’s to come from a brand that’s continually pushing the envelope. With the Vision Qe concept, Infiniti is ready to be at the forefront of the electrification revolution in the automotive industry.
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