2004 Infiniti QX56 Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
14 mpg
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(109 Total Reviews)
2004 QX 56
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 4WD 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
Vehicle has performed well, and for a 2004 model, has some superior qualities, like rear view camera, and front radar that controls the vehicle speed while using cruise control. Plenty of size and comfort for any taste, it handles well in adverse Midwest weather, and for a large SUV earns respectable 16 mpg mileage. Overall I would seriously consider buying another version of this vehicle when I replace this one.
Favorite Features
With nearly 25,000 miles per year, and most on cruise control on the highway my favorite feature is the radar that controls the ebb and flow of speed when traffic slows or speeds up in front of me. It is awesome!
Suggested Improvements
Although I can easily navigate them now, the front controls for various vehicle functions are poorly conceived, and too often, seat belts in a luxury automobile/truck like the QX 56 do not properly pull back to their original location, but instead hang down and get stuck in the closing door.
6 out 7 people found this review helpful
Satisfied QX 56 customer
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 4WD 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
Definitely better value/fun quotient over Escalade and Navigator, better new car price too. This is one of those "no brainer" buying decisions. After 2+ years and 45,000 miles would definitely do it again!
Favorite Features
Interior layout, rear camera, powerful engine
Suggested Improvements
power rear 3rd seat like Navigator
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
reliability
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 3 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 2 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 2 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 Rwd 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
This car has lot of flaws and it is painful to pay so much money and do not get reliability. It has been in shop many times for AC, brakes, heater, door locks. The engine makes grinding noise in spite of using super unleaded fuel.
Favorite Features
Power and high platform.
Suggested Improvements
Aesthetics, style reliability.
6 out 6 people found this review helpful
Problems with this truck
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 4 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 4 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 4WD 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
The rotors were warped (thin, no good for vehicle wt.) - 3 dealer trips before they replaced it ("manuf. defect") in all - y not issue recall? The steering never returns 2 position, the flaps on the back of 2nd row won't stay anymore (Velcro wore out after 12 mo.), cumbersome mech. 2 fold 2nd row- doesn't always work, lukewarm not heated front seats, very poor quality build, rear door auto lift problem, 2 tires wore out at 24K(cheap), space behind 3rd seat not useful like Expedition., oil change at non-dealer and screen reminder never goes away - tire pressure gauge and hand break fault - dealer had 2 fix - manuf. defect - one tire leaked air from valve, made in Japan, not true luxury vehicle.
Favorite Features
excellent Nav. system, Bose music system is good (Ford Exp. is better at higher vol.), trim is nice
Suggested Improvements
Folks at infinity need to learn from Europeans what true luxury means. Unhappy that they would let people keep having brake problems/rotor problems/alignment/vibration but not issue recall 4 all vehicles to replace the warped rotors -just shows what their customer commitment is - A shame- lawsuit?
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
QX-56 Fun
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 4WD 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
Great quality. Unique vehicle that gets great looks on the street and around the block. Great to drive, and great features explained in the next segment.
Favorite Features
Best feature is radar that slows the vehicle or stops it if need be, or can raise the speed again. Rear view monitor and rear sound alarm are each invaluable. Great sound system,easy to use in truck DVD player, and excellent big truck handling. Overall, a special vehicle that not everyone sees.
Suggested Improvements
Could use remote starter as standard,snd in spite of vehicle size, everyone could wish for better mileage. Only additional issues revolve around simplifying truck knobs and controls.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
My First Foreign auto.
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 6 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 Rwd 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
I love my QX56. I compared Escalde, Denali, Lexus, Toyota, Armada and others. The QX56 was by for the best equipped, best warranty and the best value at $50,000. I will trade it in for another QX56 in 2008 no matter what the price gas goes to.
Favorite Features
Roomy, rides and handles great, auto liftgate.
Suggested Improvements
Headlight switch on turn signal moves without you knowing it. Radio and AC display.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
Death Ride
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 4 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 2 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 4 | Exterior Design: | 4 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 4WD 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
Piece of junk. Brake judder with brake replacement plus brake failure times 2. Dealer unable to fix. Requires two trips to have anything fixed. Replaced door lock relay and windshield washer motor. Recalled for fire hazard from trailer light socket. Dealer refuses to fix rear window spray nozzle. Luckily able to avoid 2 crashes when brakes failed. Shakes, rattles and rolls. Drives like a tank. Steering wheel will not come back into place every time. A/C controls are terrible. Gas guzzler.
Favorite Features
Airbags and side airbags. Will probably need them if brakes continue to fail
Suggested Improvements
Start over from scratch
5 out 8 people found this review helpful
Bad Infinity QX 56
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 1 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 1 | Interior Design: | 1 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 2 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 4WD 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
This is without a doubt the worst vehicle that I have ever owned. I am 55 and trade every 2 years. I traded out of a Lexus LX470 into the Infiniti QX56. In the first 20,000 miles the brakes failed 4 times. The rotors replaced & resurfaced 3 times. The ABS and skid control malfunction almost killing me. It is a noisy, rough piece of junk. Traded it today for an 07 Escalade. WHAT A RELIEF! The Cadillac is far superior in ride, quality, and technology. Not to mention fuel economy. The weird noises, parts falling off and brake failures on the QX are almost laughable. A true GARBAGE TRUCK!
Favorite Features
The tiny brake rotors that warp and shake every 5,000 miles. The clueless dealers.
Suggested Improvements
Drop all of them from a plane over iraq.
5 out 8 people found this review helpful
Still Can't Find What I'm Looking For...
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 4WD 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
After a disappointing Escalade ownership experience, gave the Japanese Mfrs. a try. The QX56 won us over with their features, gizmos, and inventive seats. The test drive did not reveal some immediate issues we discovered on our fist trip: the truck rides hard, even on highway, had to reduce tire pressure to make it acceptable. The road disturbances excite the truck body which resonates the interior with an uncomfortable sound. (shoulda' used thicker steel) The overhead console rattled (had replaced). The brakes replaced 3 times - never admitted that they undersized the rotors. Temp. controls are counter-intuitive. Seats are flat w/ little side & head support - Nissan Armada's are better!
Favorite Features
Back-up Camera, Power Lift Gate, Captains Seats
Suggested Improvements
1. Get some comfy seats for the 1st 2 rows. More cushion, side support and a usable headrest. (test-drive Caddy or BMW for ideas) - offer current owners option to upgrade to better seats 2.Change the logic of the Temp. Controls, like you DID in the Nissan! - Up/Dn for temp, rotate for fan speed.
4 out 4 people found this review helpful
QX 56
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Infiniti QX56 4WD 4dr SUV (5.6L 8cyl 5A)
Review
This is an excellent driving SUV that is extremely comfortable on the road. Infininti does a great job in backing up their product.
Favorite Features
The styling and comfort.
Suggested Improvements
The brake issue is finally resolved.
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