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’17 Infiniti QX30 essentially reskinned version of front-wheel-drive Mercedes GLA.
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Boomerang-shaped C-pillar window trim.
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Off-white makes for handsome, high-contrast interior.
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Two distinctive styles from each automaker’s design studio nicely meld together.
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Cargo hold surprisingly spacious.
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AWD 1.2 ins. higher than standard model.
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Central controller awkward to reach.
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Poorly fitting bezel in pre-production model leaves sizable gap on instrument cluster.
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Teak wood trim handsome behind Mercedes seat controls.
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Mercedes display screen fits between Infiniti-designed gauges.
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Mercedes oil cap under Infiniti hood.
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QX30 has longest wheelbase, more cargo capacity than BMW X1 and Audi Q3.
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Rich, brown leather part of Cafe Teak trim package.
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AWD model starts at $34,400 with Nappa-leather seating.
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Potential customers who study up might be glad to get German DNA at Infiniti prices.
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Microsuede A-pillar trim.
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Sport model with microsuede seats, instrument panel.
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Center console and seats of Sport model.