PROJECT BLACK S CONCEPT
Born on the track, made for the road. Project Black S represents what’s possible when hybrid technology is harnessed for its full potential. With this daring concept, INFINITI and the Renault F1™ Team are pushing the bounds of F1™ technologies – setting a new standard for future INFINITI coupes.
The body of a coupe. The beating heart of a race car. Project Black S is an evolving collaboration between INFINITI and the Renault F1™ Team. Now in its second incarnation, this cutting-edge prototype remains at the centre of our powertrain innovations, paving the way for an electrified future.
“A collaborative venture between Infiniti and the Renault F1 team, the Project Black S Prototype is testbed for new ideas and technologies, demonstrating how our alliance partnerships could make our ambitious visions a reality.”
ROLAND KRUEGER, FORMER PRESIDENT, INFINITI
“A collaborative venture between Infiniti and the Renault F1 team, the Project Black S Prototype is testbed for new ideas and technologies, demonstrating how our alliance partnerships could make our ambitious visions a reality.”
ROLAND KRUEGER, FORMER PRESIDENT, INFINITI
“A collaborative venture between Infiniti and the Renault F1 team, the Project Black S Prototype is testbed for new ideas and technologies, demonstrating how our alliance partnerships could make our ambitious visions a reality.”
ROLAND KRUEGER, FORMER PRESIDENT, INFINITI
Project Black S demonstrates INFINITI’s commitment to developing high-performance electrified powertrains. The dual hybrid Energy Recovery System lies at the heart of it all. Engineered for F1™ race cars, this system harvests kinetic and heat energy for instant electric torque and lag-free acceleration
A 536-horsepower V6 engine makes this race-inspired concept a formidable force at every turn. With the Energy Recovery System, Project Black S delivers more power and acceleration than ever before. Now, it has the potential to revolutionize the way next-generation INFINITI vehicles perform on the road.
With immediate off-the-line acceleration, Project Black S also stops on a dime. The brake-by-wire system and carbon ceramic discs provide greater control at high-speed for a confident, consistent braking sensation.
“While still a prototype, this dual hybrid system is a world first, harvesting both heat and kinetic energy, under braking and acceleration. By intelligently scavenging and recycling energy, the hybrid performance from the Project Black S powertrain would be smart, sustained and utterly satisfying to deploy.”
FRANCOIS BANCON, VICE PRESIDENT MOTORSPORT AND CONNECTED VEHICLE, INFINITI
“While still a prototype, this dual hybrid system is a world first, harvesting both heat and kinetic energy, under braking and acceleration. By intelligently scavenging and recycling energy, the hybrid performance from the Project Black S powertrain would be smart, sustained and utterly satisfying to deploy.”
FRANCOIS BANCON, VICE PRESIDENT MOTORSPORT AND CONNECTED VEHICLE, INFINITI
“While still a prototype, this dual hybrid system is a world first, harvesting both heat and kinetic energy, under braking and acceleration. By intelligently scavenging and recycling energy, the hybrid performance from the Project Black S powertrain would be smart, sustained and utterly satisfying to deploy.”
FRANCOIS BANCON, VICE PRESIDENT MOTORSPORT AND CONNECTED VEHICLE, INFINITI
Project Black S is the ultimate expression of INFINITI DNA. Strong and sleek, it balances Q60’s artistic curves with enhanced sports design. Its taught, angular lines telegraph relentless performance on and off the track. And with sculpted carbon fibre bodywork, this aerodynamic exterior is also light on its feet.
With perfectly placed vents and louvres, this exterior is designed to keep high-temperature components cool. Its precise aero styling works to guide airflow where it’s needed most for optimal performance.
Providing more downforce and greater aero efficiency, the rear wing is inspired by the Renault F1™ Team’s race car. Crafted with purpose, it reduces drag, so Project Black S glides forward with a firm grip on the road.
This striking two-seat interior is designed to bring out a driver’s potential. Inspired by motorsport, each seat is designed to cushion the human form. Their stark yellow accents add an energizing shot of contrast to the enhanced Q60 cockpit.
Since its debut at the 2017 Geneva design study, Project Black S has continued to advance. With the latest iteration of this track-inspired prototype, INFINITI and the Renault F1™ Team are making daring new strides towards electrified performance.
“This partnership is as much about exploring efficient new production processes as it about creating ground-breaking new powertrains.”
FRANCOIS BANCON, VICE PRESIDENT MOTORSPORT AND CONNECTED VEHICLE, INFINITI
“This partnership is as much about exploring efficient new production processes as it about creating ground-breaking new powertrains.”
FRANCOIS BANCON, VICE PRESIDENT MOTORSPORT AND CONNECTED VEHICLE, INFINITI
“This partnership is as much about exploring efficient new production processes as it about creating ground-breaking new powertrains.”
FRANCOIS BANCON, VICE PRESIDENT MOTORSPORT AND CONNECTED VEHICLE, INFINITI
While you can’t get behind the wheel of Project Black S, the Q60 Coupe is on the road now. With an available 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 and up to 400 horsepower, Q60 is bound to get your heart racing.
