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Great Hidden Gems in Downtown Toronto

“Casa Loma” by Larry Koester is licensed under CC BY 2.0.

If you’re hoping to make the most out of your visit to downtown Toronto, consider stopping by one of these hidden gems that our team wanted to share.

Little Canada

For those who love all things miniature, a visit to Little Canada is a must. This unique attraction is located across from Yonge-Dundas Square and showcases a variety of Canadian landmarks. Be on the lookout for popular locations from films like “The Shawshank Redemption” and “The Shining” in the display.

SkullStore Oddity Shop

The faint of heart may not want to stop by SkullStore Oddity Shop, where you’ll find hundreds of macabre items like skulls, mummy hands, and more. Along with legally selling human remains, this store also has a menagerie of exotic animal remains.

Casa Loma

It might sound odd that a 98-room castle exists in the middle of Toronto, but that’s exactly what Casa Loma is. Once home to a Canadian soldier who founded the Toronto Electric Light Company, this unique and exquisite building became a museum and has a fascinating history.

Did you already know about these fun places to visit in Toronto? We hope you’ll let us know about your adventuring the next time to you see us at INFINITI Downtown.

Downtown Toronto’s Best Places to Shop

If you’re making a trip to the city to see us at INFINITI Downtown, why not make the most of your visit and explore the area? Here are some of our favourite places to shop in Toronto.

Kensington Market

If you want to avoid major department stores and instead experience some local Toronto flair when shopping, go to Kensington Market. This popular area features a wide variety of unique shops and restaurants. To make it even more appealing, it’s located right next to Chinatown, another fun place to visit.

Yonge Eglinton Centre

The area that intersects at Yonge Street and Eglinton Ave offers a good mix of well-known stores and distinctive shops to suit an assortment of shoppers. From cosmetics and a spa to an espresso bar and more, you’re sure to spend plenty of time browsing here.

CF Toronto Eaton Centre

Less than 3 km from our dealership is the expansive CF Toronto Eaton Centre. You’ll find over 230 shops in this well-known shopping destination. Along with many shops and restaurants, this mall is also quite beautiful and features an inspiring installation by Canadian artist Michael Snow.

When you stop by and see us, let us know which must-visit spots are your favourite so we can add them to our list!

Videos Spotlight Women Who Brought the New INFINITI QX60 to Life

To create an SUV that can adapt to the demands of a career, family life, and recreation, INFINITI called upon a team of skilled female designers and engineers to bring the 2022 QX60 to life. To document their hard work and talent, INFINITI created a four-part short film series, “The Voices of QX60: Meet the Women Who Powered the All-New QX60.”

In this series, the leading ladies of the QX60 design team discuss how their personal experiences helped them create the sophisticated luxury SUV. INFINITI Color Designer Sayuri Nakashima drew upon her Japanese heritage to craft the QX60’s Zen-like interior design and serene color choices. When working on creating a vehicle that’s suited to both a career and family life, Trisha Jung considered her busy lifestyle as the Director for Pricing and Incentives and Model Line Management.

Durability Test Engineer Heather Kniep utilized her passion for cars and her expert engineering skills to refine the QX60’s new all-wheel-drive technology. Senior Design Manager Michelle Christensen led the project by finding inspiration in the innovative QX60 Monograph concept.

You can watch “The Voices of QX60” on the official INFINITI YouTube channel and on the brand’s various social channels. Come see what these designers and engineers created by test-driving the 2022 INFINITI QX60 at INFINITI Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

Spring Service Tips for Your INFINITI

Now that winter has passed and spring is upon us, it is a great time to check up on your INFINITI. Here are some spring service tips to consider as you schedule routine maintenance for your vehicle.

Do a walk-around

The first thing to do is check the external components of your vehicle, including the tires, wiper blades, headlights, and brake lights. If anything looks damaged, have that item repaired or replaced.

Fluid fill-up

Your INFINITI needs a variety of fluids to work properly. An oil change will clean up the engine parts and ensure that your vehicle is running efficiently. You can also bring your car to our team at INFINITI Downtown to check the wiper fluid and brake fluid.

Brake check

With slippery roads causing us to brake quicker and more often, now is a good time to check on the brake pads. If you notice that it’s harder to stop or if you hear a squeaking sound, it might be time to replace the brake pads.

Give it a wash

Get rid of all of that winter grime by taking your INFINITI through a car wash. Be sure to choose an option with an underbody wash to remove all of the salt from the roadways.

For any service needs for your vehicle, contact our team or visit us at INFINITI Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

2022 INFINITI QX50 Gets New Standard Features

Even as luxurious and advanced as the QX50 is, INFINITI was able to find ways to improve upon the luxury SUV with new standard features. From advanced technology updates to more premium materials from front to back, it doesn’t get much better than the 2022 INFINITI QX50.

For 2022, the QX50 is equipped with an exciting suite of features. To start, all models now come with wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility and ProPILOT™ Assist technology. But the innovative inclusions don’t stop there. All grades also come with an auto-dimming rearview mirror, LED welcome lights on the rear door handles, USB-C chargers for rear passengers, and rear door-activated Intelligent Key entry.

Inside, the elegance of the QX50 is elevated by contrast-colour stitching and piping for the seats as well as convenient amenities like dual-zone automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped heated steering wheel, and a Wi-Fi® hotspot for up to seven devices.

Power is also standard, thanks to the 2.0-litre VC-Turbo engine that delivers 268 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. That engine is paired to an XTRONIC® CVT with Downshift Rev Matching and steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. When combined with the QX50’s Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system, you have ultimate control behind the wheel.

To see more 2022 QX50 standard features, contact our team or visit us at INFINITI Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

Meet the 2022 INFINITI Q60 Coupe

The stylish and turbocharged 2022 INFINITI Q60 is here, and it’s better than ever before. With new tech upgrades, an award-winning turbo engine, and a head-turning exterior, it’s easy to see why so many are choosing the new INFINITI Q60 — available at INFINITI Downtown.

Performance

Under the hood of the new Q60 is a VR-series 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 engine that generates a thrilling 300 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque when paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. For even more performance, opt for the Q60 RED SPORT I-LINE that increases output to 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque.

Technology

One of the new tech features for the 2022 Q60 is the inclusion of standard wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility, making it even more convenient to use your favourite apps on the go. Every model is also equipped with a high-resolution INFINITI InTouch dual touch-screen display and INFINITI InTouch Services telematics that comes with a convenient Wi-Fi hotspot.

Style

Available in eight colours, like Grand Blue and Dynamic Sunstone Red, you’ll catch the attention of everyone in the 2022 INFINITI Q60 coupe. The standard 19-inch wheels create a dominating stance, but you can go even bigger on the Q60 RED SPORT I-LINE and its exclusive 20-inch aluminum-alloy sport wheels. In the back are dual exhaust tips with chrome or brushed satin finishers.

You can experience the luxury and exhilaration of the 2022 INFINITI Q60 Coupe at INFINITI Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

Upgrade Your 2020-21 INFINITI to Wireless Apple CarPlay® at INFINITI Downtown

If you drive a 2020-21 INFINITI vehicle, you may be eligible for a complimentary upgrade to Wireless Apple CarPlay®. Select models from the previous two model years can receive the free update by scheduling an appointment at INFINITI Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

The free upgrade to Wireless Apple CarPlay® is available through March 31, 2022, for the following models:

2020-21 INFINITI Q50
2020-21 INFINITI Q60
2020-21 INFINITI QX50
2020-21 INFINITI QX80

INFINITI recently launched the latest version of the connectivity feature on the all-new 2022 INFINITI QX55 and 2022 INFINITI QX80. Wireless Apple CarPlay® will also come standard on the 2022 INFINITI Q50, 2022 INFINITI Q60, and all-new 2022 INFINITI QX60.

“Customer satisfaction has always been one of the highest priorities at INFINITI, and we are pleased to bring wireless Apple CarPlay® to owners of the majority of our 2020 and 2021 vehicles,” said Steve Rhind, Managing Director, INFINITI Canada. “More than 80 percent of INFINITI owners use Apple products, and now they can go wireless while using CarPlay in their vehicle.”

Wireless Apple CarPlay® is offered as part of INFINITI InTouch™, which also includes Android Auto™, Bluetooth®, and SiriusXM®.

If you have a 2020-21 INFINITI vehicle that’s eligible for a free upgrade to Wireless Apple CarPlay®, schedule a visit to INFINITI Downtown in Toronto or be sure to mention it during your next service visit.

INFINITI Unveils 2022 Upgrades for Q50 Sedan

Since 2013, the INFINITI Q50 has been a solid option in the sedan segment, offering superior style and spirited performance. For 2022, the Q50 is receiving a handful of upgrades in the form of power, technology, and style.

This year, all 2022 Q50 models will be equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay® compatibility, making it incredibly simple to use all of your favourite apps via the touch-screen display. When it comes to music, the available Bose® Performance Series 16-speaker audio system with Bose Centerpoint technology creates a surround sound experience to remember.

Additional tech upgrades come in the form of driver-assist safety features. New standard safety systems include Predictive Forward Collision, Forward Emergency Braking, Automatic Collision Notification and Emergency Call, an auto-dimming rear view mirror, LED fog lights, and rain-sensing windshield wipers.

Q50 performance has never felt more inspiring thanks to a 3.0-litre VR-series twin-turbo V6 engine that generates 300 horsepower (on the PURE, LUXE, and SPORT TECH models) and 400 horsepower (on the Q50 RED SPORT I-LINE sedans).

These are just some of the highlights for the updated 2022 INFINITI Q50. To learn more or to experience this luxury sedan for yourself, contact our team at INFINITI Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

2021 INFINITI Q50 Wins AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award

For 25 years, AutoPacific has been measuring the satisfaction of vehicle owners through survey responses and awarding the top models. After an annual survey involving nearly 90,000 owners, the INFINTII Q50 has won a 2021 AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award in the Standard Luxury Car category.

“We are honored to have the Q50 win this AutoPacific Vehicle Satisfaction Award,” said Jeff Pope, Group Vice President of INFINITI Americas. “For model-year 2021, our sports sedan is fueled for passionate drivers looking for something as distinctive as they are. We are proud and honored to have the Q50 recognized by its owners.”

The AutoPacific VSAs measure 36 individual attributes of vehicle owner satisfaction, including interior design, seating comfort, usability, and driving performance. The Q50 sedan had the best scores among its competitors in 27 of the 36 attributes. Owners specifically praised the 2021 Q50 for its thrilling V6 engine, front seat comfort, safety ratings, and reliability.

Standout standard features on the Q50 include rain-sensing windshield wipers, dual-zone automatic climate control, power heated outside mirrors with LED turn signals, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, a Wi-Fi® hotspot, illuminated USB ports. Safety systems like Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Forward Emergency Braking, and a Rear View Monitor are also standard features.

It’s no surprise to us that the new Q50 has won this award. You can see what owners are talking about when you visit our team for a test drive at INFINITI Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.

Trim Levels Revealed for the 2022 INFINITI QX60

The long wait for the redesigned 2022 INFINITI QX60 is finally over and we have some exciting details to share with you. The 2022 QX60 trims have been announced and each one offers a different kind of luxury.

PURE:

The base trim of the new QX60 is anything but simple. It comes with a panoramic moonroof, leather-appointed seating, wireless Apple CarPlay®, USB-based Android Auto™, and Lane Departure Warning. You can choose from five appealing exterior colors, including Mineral Black, Grand Blue, Glacier White, Graphite Shadow, and Liquid Platinum.

LUXE:

Moving up to the QX60 LUXE adds commanding 20-inch alloy wheels, an INFINITI 12.3-inch Interactive Display, the Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection, and ProPILOT Assist with Navi-Link technology. Additional colors available include Majestic White, Moonbow Blue, and Warm Titanium.

SENSORY:

Even more advanced tech can be found in the QX60 SENSORY. You’ll get a cutting-edge 10.8-inch Head-Up Display, a Smart Rear View Mirror, a Bose® Performance Series 17-speaker sound system, and climate-controlled massaging front seats.

AUTOGRAPH:

The top-of-the-line QX60 AUTOGRAPH is all about customization. At this trim, you get a removable centre console in the second row with two additional cup holders, second-row captain’s chairs, semi-aniline leather seats with quilting in both rows, and a Black Obsidian contrast roof. This trim also adds the exclusive and alluring Deep Bordeaux exterior color.

If you want to know more about the 2022 QX60, contact our team or visit us at INFINITI Downtown in Toronto, Ontario.