2023 INFINITI Q50 Review

Name: 2023 INFINITI Q50
Brand: INFINITI

Price Range: $27,900 - $44,590

Below Average

6.4

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

The 2023 Infiniti Q50 has a curious and often confusing mix of design. On the performance side, the engine is powerful, but the lifeless steering and middling tires quash any sporting intentions. Inside, you'll find comfortable seats, but the clumsy and cluttered two-screen infotainment system will exasperate even the most tech-savvy users. Other sedans are simply more cohesive and refined for similar money.

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INFINITI Q50 types

Sedan
RED SPORT 400

Pros

Turbocharged V6 engine packs plenty of power
Comfortable front and rear seats

Cons

Interior design looks dated
Some advanced driving aids are overly sensitive
Most rivals do it better for a similar price

What's new

No significant changes for 2023
Part of the first Q50 generation released in 2014

Overview

Written by automotive expert Michael Cantu

12/6/2022

The Q50 is Infiniti's small luxury sedan and the automaker's last remaining sedan. The only other car in the company's lineup is the Q60 coupe, and all its other models are SUVs. While most of its competitors have seen recent redesigns, the Q50 is basically the same car that was introduced for 2014. Its exterior design has aged well but everything else is showing its age, especially the interior.

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2023 INFINITI Q50
LUXE Sedan
$32,795
fair price
$950 below market
- 13,869 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 19 City / 27 Hwy MPG
- Passport Nissan of Alexandria (25 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
- Keyless Entry/Start
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Located in Alexandria, VA
2023 INFINITI Q50 LUXE, Clean CARFAX, One Owner, Dynamic Sunstone Red Exterior with Stone Interior.Performance & Drivetrain-Engine: 3.0 L twin-turb...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/27 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JN1EV7BR7PM540303
Stock: 36119A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-21-2026
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2023 INFINITI Q50
RED SPORT 400 Sedan
$43,377
good price
$1,437 below market
- 9,667 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use
- 19 City / 26 Hwy MPG
- Passport Nissan of Alexandria (25 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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Located in Alexandria, VA
2023 INFINITI Q50 Red Sport 400 Slate Gray 3.0L V6 AWD AutomaticApple Carplay, Blind Spot Warning, Brake assist, Heated Front Sport Seats, Navigatio...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (19 City/26 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: JN1FV7DR9PM590153
Stock: 36107A
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-06-2026

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As much as the Q50 needs a refresh or complete redesign for 2023, it returns with only very minor changes. As such, the Q50's engine remains one of its best attributes. It's a potent turbocharged V6 that provides plenty of power and is quite fuel-efficient. If you prefer rear-wheel drive, the Q50 has you covered, and all-wheel drive is available as an option. However, the Infiniti has several drawbacks including a dated and cluttered two-screen infotainment system, an uncomfortable ride and a subpar driving experience.

There are many rivals that offer more for the same price or less. The Mercedes-Benz C-Class was completely redesigned for 2022 and is superior in almost every way. The recently redesigned Audi A3 is more affordable yet offers better tech and greater comfort. And if you're open to SUVs, the Infiniti QX50 is more modern and has a lower starting price. Check out our Expert Rating below to get our test team's full review of the Q50's tech, comfort and more.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Below Average

6.4

out of 10

We drove the 2023 INFINITI Q50 on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

8/10

How does the Q50 drive? There's still some life left in the Q50, and that's mostly thanks to its standard turbocharged V6 engine. It revs smoothly and makes ample power. The Q50 also is quicker than the average small luxury sedan. In our testing, it needed only 5.4 seconds to get to 60 mph. Merging into traffic is a breeze. The Q50's brake pedal makes it easy to stop smoothly in typical driving, though actual braking performance isn't as good. Our test car needed 123 feet to stop from 60 mph in our emergency-braking test. Most competitors stop about 10 feet shorter.

Handling capability and steering feel are disappointing. The Q50's fully electric system bypasses the usual mechanical connection to the front wheels and all but eliminates feedback and accuracy. There might be a proper sport sedan hiding in here somewhere, but the Q50's meddling electronic systems make it hard to drive this car smoothly or enjoyably.

Comfort

6.5/10

How comfortable is the Q50? The front seats are comfortable even on long drives. Rear passengers will be pretty comfortable. But the Q50's ride comfort, or lack thereof, takes its toll. The Q50 feels almost constantly busy on anything but a perfectly smooth road. Driving over even moderately sized imperfections is noticeably jarring.

Interior noise is dominated by road noise from other vehicles, especially at highway speeds. Thin windows and minimal door insulation are the likely culprits. Thankfully, the engine omits a pleasant, quiet whir, even under full throttle. The climate control system works pretty well for keeping a set temperature, but the controls aren't logically arranged.

Interior

6.5/10

How’s the interior? Front passengers won't have any issues getting in or out of the Q50, and the driver's seat and steering wheel have plenty of adjustment so you can find a comfortable position. Taller rear passengers will need to mind their heads and feet when getting in. Visibility out of the front and sides is better than average thanks to the Q50's slim roof pillars, but the short rear window and high trunklid compromise the view to the rear.

The big demerit here is the Q50's control layout. The dual-screen layout is just odd and makes finding and operating controls a lot harder than it should be. Infiniti needs a do-over.

Technology

4.5/10

How’s the tech? Without a doubt, this is the most disappointing part of the Q50 experience. The dual-screen infotainment system is a patchwork of mismatched fonts, resolutions and menus that will confound most buyers used to well-integrated technology. We experienced many navigation glitches and hours of frustration attempting to memorize the menu architecture. Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration is standard but doesn't eliminate the exasperation of simply using the Q50.

We found some of the Q50's driver aids to be overly sensitive to the point where we turned them off. Adaptive cruise did work well, but Infiniti's Active Trace Control, which uses predictive technology to aid in performance driving, is clumsy and not really effective.

Storage

6/10

How’s the storage? The generous trunk opening is nice to have, but the fairly prominent wheelwells intrude into the cargo area. The trunk hinges are mounted on the outside of the cargo area, allowing you to load the Q50 to capacity without risk of damaging items when you close the lid. The rear seats fold down, but the resulting opening into the cabin is small and not very useful.

Inside, the cupholders will need to do most of the daily heavy lifting since there's no convenient place to store something the size of a smartphone. There is a flip-up door in front of the shift lever, but it's better suited for access cards or smaller items like a pack of chewing gum. The center console storage is compromised by USB and power ports.

Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? We tested the all-wheel-drive Q50 (non-Red Sport), which has EPA-estimated fuel economy of 22 mpg (19 city/27 highway). V6-powered competitors post similar figures. Pleasingly, our test car easily met those estimates, and our Q50 returned an impressive 25 mpg on our 115-mile evaluation route. The Q50's fuel tank is pretty big too.

Value

7/10

Is the Q50 a good value? The Q50 comes with a lot of style and a decent amount of power, but it falls a bit short in terms of premium content. At first glance, the interior seems to be well equipped for the modern driver, but upon closer inspection, it trails many competitors in technology and trimmings. Fit and finish is up to the mark, but the many materials and styles run counter to a more appealing simple design scheme. The busy approach detracts from the car's luxurious feel.

Wildcard

6/10

Infiniti purports that the Q50 offers both thrills and luxury, but even with its turbocharged V6 engine and reconstructed leather seats, the Q50 falls short of offering a true luxurious or sporting experience. Deep beneath the piles of modern technology lie the bones and the feel of the old, and much-appreciated, G37 sedan. But time and lack of real development and fine-tuning have saddled a solid chassis with a disappointing numbness.

2023 INFINITI Q50 trim level differences

The 2023 Infiniti Q50 is available in three trim levels: Luxe, Sensory and Red Sport 400. The first two use a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (300 horsepower, 295 lb-ft of torque), while the Red Sport 400 increases that engine's output to 400 hp and 350 lb-ft. A seven-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. All-wheel drive is offered throughout the lineup. Compare the 2023 INFINITI Q50 trim levels in-depth.

Which Q50 trim does Edmunds recommend?

We suggest going with the Luxe trim level. Even though it's the base trim, the Luxe boasts a long list of standard features and a full suite of advanced driver aids. The higher Sensory trim doesn't offer much more for the price bump.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$255/mo

$221/mo

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Reliability

The 2023 INFINITI Q50 has a 4 years / 60,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #16 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

4 out of 5 stars4/5Above Average

#16 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$589/yr

vs. $607/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Frequency

0.9x/yr

vs. 1.36x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Severity

8.7%

vs. 10.5%
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2023 INFINITI Q50

Warranty

4 years / 60,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 60,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 6 years / 70,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 7 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 4 years / 60,000 miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 3 years / 30,000 miles

INFINITI Q50 Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.4

50 reviews

5(66%)

4(20%)

3(6%)

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2023 Q50 Features & Specs

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

LUXE

MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee	$42,650
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$255/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	13.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Q50 models:

Lane Departure Warning: Alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane.
Blind-Spot Intervention: Automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot.
Forward Emergency Braking: Warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
DriverNot Rated
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover9.7%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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2023 INFINITI Q50 Review

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2023 INFINITI Q50 trim level differences

Which Q50 trim does Edmunds recommend?

Cost to Drive

Reliability

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

Recalls

Warranty

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