The new Q70 2.2d model, powered by a four-cylinder diesel engine, was developed as part of Infiniti’s strategic cooperation with Daimler. Mated to a standard seven-speed automatic transmission with available paddleshift (depending on model), the new 2.2 diesel unit emits a claimed 129g/km of CO2, while offering improved performance with 170PS and 400NM of torque.

Replacing the 3.0-litre V6 diesel in the Q70 range, the new Q70 Premium 2.2d is priced from £32,650. The model comes as standard with full LED headlights, chromed accents on the front grille, a rear-view camera, front and rear parking sensors, with standard Connectiviti+ navigation,  18-inch wheels and leather seats with ventilation.

The Q70 2.2d model is expected to be the most popular Q70 variant in the UK market.

Other versions in the new line-up comprise of “Sport” with a restyled front bumper and uprated brakes and 20-inch wheels, among other changes.

Available with selected Premium and Sport models, Tech models come with Infiniti’s Dynamic Safety Shield (intelligent cruise control, lane departure prevention and blind-spot intervention), Bose Premium Surround Sound with 16 speakers and Around-View Monitor with Moving Object Detection and Forest air-conditioning.

As well as the new 2.2 diesel engine, the Q70 for 2015 is available with both 3.7-litre V6 petrol power and, for the flagship, the award-winning Infiniti Direct Response Hybrid powertrain. Benefitting from the enhancements introduced on the Q50S Hybrid, the latest Q70 Hybrid accelerates from 0-62mph in just 5.3s, producing CO2 emissions of 145g/km.

Marking their European debut at the Paris Motor Show last October, the latest Q70 models debut a new, more chiselled look to front and rear bumper sections to bring the Q70 closer to the new family look introduced with the Q50. The headlights retain the distinctive Infiniti design but, for all models in the range they are full LED, like the rear lights.