2028 Nissan Skyline to become Infiniti Q50.

Nissan has finally released a couple of early teasers for the next-generation Skyline sedan. A new RWD car that will be sol din the US as th enew Infiniti Q50.

The top image is an illustration that is trying hard to guess what the whole car will look like. Since Nissan is just showing us a few details. With more than a few retro design cues.

One previously posted illustration has sparked debate online, as it resembles the current Honda Accord, a design that would have disappointed fans hoping for something unique.

So far it looks liek the new car will have a classic sedan profile and not a fastback. Let’s hoep the desing is also all new. And not just a heavy refresh of the current aging model.

Under the hood, the new Infiniti sedan will use the twin-turbo V6 from the Nissan Z, paired with a 6-speed manual. For driving enthusiasts and nerdy automotive journalists, this combination is exciting. But in today’s luxury market, rear-wheel-drive sedans with manual transmissions are a niche. Infiniti reportedly expects only around 10% of buyers to choose the manual option.

Like the new Z, the next Q50 may retain similar proportions to the current model, suggesting an evolution based on the current platform rather than a complete redesign. This approach keeps development costs lower while still refreshing styling, technology, and interior design.

The luxury market is increasingly dominated by SUVs, crossovers, and EVs. Traditional gasoline-powered performance sedans are becoming rare, and reports even suggest Infiniti may have canceled a nearly production-ready electric sedan project to focus on this model.

This car will likely win praise from car nerds and automotive journalists, but whether that translates into sales is uncertain. (it usually doesn’t…) Infiniti once made its mark by challenging the BMW 3 Series with the G35, but today, buyers prioritize technology, electrification, and versatility.

The new Infiniti Q50 could become a niche hero in the US for enthusiasts craving a classic sports sedan. Let’s hope it looks better, much better, than the illustration above.

And, at least, it’s not another SUV with a massive grille.