2016-2022 Infiniti Q60 Brake Parts, Pads & Rotors

The 2016-2022 Infiniti Q60 is a rear-wheel-drive luxury coupe that carries real weight and, in Red Sport 400 trim, a twin-turbo V6 pushing 400 horsepower. Even the base 3.0-liter turbo cars weigh around 3,900 to 4,100 pounds, so the front brakes do the heavy lifting every time you slow this coupe down. Add sporty drivers who like to use that power, and the Q60's front pads take a beating. Most owners feel their brakes fade or start to grumble long before they think a car this new should need attention. Keeping fresh, correctly matched pads on the front axle is the single most important thing you can do for stopping power and pedal feel.

Common brake symptoms on the 2016-2022 Infiniti Q60

• High-pitched squeal when braking lightly - usually the wear indicators telling you the front pads are near the end of their life.
• Grinding or a metallic scrape - the friction material is gone and metal is now contacting the rotor. Stop driving on it; this ruins rotors fast.
• Pulsing or shudder through the pedal and steering wheel - typically warped or unevenly worn rotors, common on heavier performance coupes driven hard.
• Longer stopping distances or a soft pedal - worn pads, glazed friction material, or heat-faded brakes after spirited driving.
• Heavy black brake dust on the front wheels - the factory pads are aggressive and dusty; a good ceramic pad cuts this dramatically.
• Dash brake warning or a pad-wear message - the Q60's sensors are telling you it is time to inspect the fronts.

Recommended brake parts for your 2016-2022 Infiniti Q60

Every part below is a front ceramic pad set, which is where the Q60 wears fastest. Ceramic compounds run quieter, produce far less dust than the factory pads, and hold up well to the daily stop-and-go this coupe lives in.

Best value daily driver pick

2014-2022 Infiniti Q50 / Q60 Front Ceramic Brake Pads - Power Stop - $73.99. The smart choice for a commuter Q60 owner who wants quiet, low-dust braking without overspending. Power Stop's ceramic compound is a proven upgrade over worn factory pads for everyday driving.

Quiet, name-brand comfort pick

2016-2022 Infiniti Q60 Front Ceramic Brake Pads - Bendix - $79.99. Bendix builds its ceramic pads for smooth, near-silent stops and clean wheels. This is the pick for the driver who prioritizes refinement and a factory-quality feel on a Q60 used mostly around town and on the highway.

Confident, spirited-driving pick

2014-2020 Infiniti Q50 Q60 Front Ceramic Brake Pads - Power Stop - $91.99. The step-up Power Stop set for owners who use the Q60's power and want stronger, more consistent bite when the brakes get hot. A good match for the Red Sport crowd and anyone who drives with intent. Confirm your year falls in the 2016-2020 range before ordering.

Not sure which fits? All three are engineered for the Q60's front axle - match the set to how you actually drive, and check the year range in the title against your vehicle.

How often should you replace 2016-2022 Infiniti Q60 brakes?

Front pads on the Q60 typically last somewhere between 25,000 and 45,000 miles, though real-world results swing widely with how the car is driven. Several factors move that number:

• Driving style - hard acceleration and late braking, especially in the 400-horsepower Red Sport, wear pads much faster than a gentle commute.
• Traffic - heavy city stop-and-go loads the front brakes far more than open-highway miles.
• Terrain - hilly or mountainous driving keeps the brakes working and shortens pad life.
• Rotor condition - warped or grooved rotors chew through new pads and should be inspected whenever you swap pads.

A good habit is to have the fronts inspected every oil change and to act at the first squeal or wear-light warning rather than waiting for a grind. Replacing pads on time protects the rotors and keeps your total cost down.

At Core Brake Parts, every listing is fitment-verified so you order with confidence for your exact 2016-2022 Infiniti Q60 - no guessing, no wrong-box hassle. We ship fast, and orders over $75 ship free. Whether you want the value Power Stop set, the whisper-quiet Bendix pads, or the stronger step-up Power Stop compound for spirited driving, you get real brake parts at honest prices, backed by people who know these cars. Pick the set that matches how you drive and get your Q60 stopping like new.