Infiniti Q30 2.2 Diesel 2016 review - pictures

The new Infiniti Q30 is built in Britain, so we're testing it to see if it works on our roads.

The Q30 is Infiniti's first entrant into the crowded premium hatchback sector.

The Q30 uses the underpinnings from the Mercedes A-Class.

Infiniti have given the Q30 a distinctive style, which is bold and unlike anything else on the road.

Despite the Mercedes hand-me-downs, Infiniti has tuned the suspension of the Q30 to give it its own character.

The example tested here uses Mercedes' 2.1-litre diesel engine.

The Q30 is a refined cruiser, and is at its best when taking it easy.

The suspension has been tuned for comfort, while wind and road noise is well surpressed.

The 2.1-litre diesel engine endows the Q30 with 168bhp - enough to get it from 0-62mph in 8.5 seconds.

The Q30 isn't bad in corners, but the steering lacks feel.

The model tested here costs £31,180, which isn't cheap, but it's well equipped.

Inside, the connection with Mercedes is more apparent, but there are enough unique touches to stop the Q30 from feeling like an A-Class clone.

Most materials inside are of a high quality.

The Q30 has decent rear space, though it's not class leading.

A 430-litre boot is roomy for the class.