“Besides its overly soft suspension and complicated controls, probably the biggest knock against the Q45 is its exterior design. Compared to its market rivals, it appears dull and uninspiring.” — Edmunds.com
“It's balanced well for driving on twisting roads and it's very stable at high speeds. Its ride quality is firm yet sophisticated.” — New Car Test Drive
“It's being promoted as a big car that feels small, but its styling says full-size luxury all the way.” — New Car Test Drive
“Overall, the Q45 offers performance, styling distinction, and equipment levels that deserve any luxury buyer's serious attention.” — Car and Driver
“Quick from a stop -- about 6.7 sec 0-60 mph in our tests -- and good highway passing and merging power.” — Consumer Guide
“...transmission's early upshifts and tardy downshifts are frustrating.” — Consumer Guide