2025 INFINITI QX50

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The 2025 Infiniti QX50 boasts a roomy and quiet cabin and ample cargo space. However, outdated technology features and a perplexing driving character keep the QX50 from being a top pick in the segment.Read full review

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2025 INFINITI QX50 Review

byMichael Cantu^{Correspondent
Michael Cantu has worked in the automotive industry since 2014. He has written over 800 car-related articles and tested and reviewed over 100 vehicles over the course of his career. Michael is a contributor at Edmunds and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Digital Trends and InsideEVs. Michael was featured on a few InsideEVs YouTube channel videos on the topic of electric vehicles. Michael was a MotorTrend Car of the Year judge for 2019 and was a driver in MotorTrend's World's Greatest Drag Races 7 & 8.}

rating written byClint Simone^{Senior Reviews Editor
Clint Simone has worked in the automotive industry since 2015. He has tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Before joining Edmunds as a senior reviews editor, Clint contributed to Motor1.com and InsideEVs, evaluating mostly electric cars. Clint loves hot hatchbacks more than any other type of vehicle but secretly enjoys driving big trucks when he gets the chance. He would never admit to that.}

Pros

Roomy interior with comfortable seating
Lots of cargo space
Easy to get in and out
Quiet at highway speeds

Cons

Inconsistent power delivery due to CVT automatic
Disappointing real-world fuel economy
Behind-the-times tech features

What's new

No major changes expected for 2025
Part of the second QX50 generation introduced for 2019

Overview

At first glance, the 2025 Infiniti QX50 looks like a lot of other small luxury SUVs. It has premium branding, attractive styling, plenty of room for people and cargo, a turbocharged engine and available all-wheel drive. But the QX50 also stands apart from the pack in several ways, some good, some not.

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2025 INFINITI QX50 PURE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.77 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$191/mo

$172/mo

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Edmunds spotlight: Novel engine tech

Automakers would have you believe every little innovation is a technological breakthrough, but Infiniti's VC-Turbo variable compression-ratio engine actually is. Most other engines have a fixed compression ratio but the QX50's can change its ratio depending on the situation to enhance power and efficiency. It seems like a great idea but the actual implementation of it is disappointing. You can read more about it in our test team's Expert Rating below.

Competitors to consider

Most of the strongest contenders in the QX50's class come from the expected sources, traditional luxury brands. The Audi Q5, BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC offer superior refinement and performance but are priced accordingly. Buyers interested in livelier handling will be impressed by the Acura RDX, while pretty much anybody considering a vehicle in this class will be wowed by the all-around excellence of the Genesis GV70.

Edmunds Expert Rating

Our Verdict^{The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.}

Average

7.4

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Performance

6.5/10

How does the QX50 drive? The QX50 lacks the polish we expect from a luxury SUV. Power isn't necessarily the problem. At the Edmunds test track, our QX50 sprinted from 0 to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds, which is an average time for a small luxury SUV with a base engine. It's all about how the QX50 goes about its business. For one, it's slow to respond. Press on the gas and it takes a beat or two before everything really gets going. This quality can get annoying when you want a quick burst of power, like when you need to pass a slow-moving vehicle. Around turns, the QX50 is competent, but nothing about its character inspires you to drive harder.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the QX50? The QX50 is decently comfortable. The front seats strike a nice balance of plush and supportive, with enough bolstering to hold you in place around corners. The seat heating and ventilation functions work quickly and powerfully, as does the climate system. Overall noise control is great inside the cabin as well.

The one area we don't love is the ride quality. It feels less settled than the BMW X3 or Mercedes-Benz GLC on bumpy roads. Around town, the Infiniti fails to iron out everyday road imperfections like a luxury SUV should.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? The cabin is roomy and has plenty of space but lacks the modern elegance of its competitors. The QX50 is low enough to make hopping inside an easy task for most people. Finding the right driving position shouldn't be a problem — the steering wheel has ample vertical adjustment and can telescope forward and back. Forward visibility is fantastic over the hood, but the rearward view could be better. It's hampered by the chunky rear roof pillars.

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Technology

7/10

How’s the tech? Infiniti's two-screen infotainment system is completely outdated, and after spending time with it, you realize that it creates more problems than it solves. The bottom display, in particular, is largely redundant and unnecessary. The system's reaction time is fine and it offers wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, but it's lacking any real intuitiveness.

The QX50's driver assist features are straightforward to use. However, as a whole, they are less capable and slower to react than comparable ones from Mercedes and BMW. Anything beyond a gentle curve on the highway and the lane keeping system begins to have problems keeping the car in the lane. The parking sensors work well, but the quality of the surround-view cameras on the display is grainy.

Storage

8/10

How’s the storage? The cargo area's ample size and helpful features really stand out here. There's plenty of space, and that's even before you fold the back seat or use the in-floor storage. This is one area where the Infiniti holds a competitive advantage over its closest rivals. Storage for smaller items isn't quite as generous as the cargo area is, but it will work fine for most people shopping for an SUV this size. Loading up a child safety seat will be made more challenging by the LATCH anchors tucked between the cushions.

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Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? Infiniti likes to tout the QX50's innovative powertrain, but we expected the fuel economy to be better. The EPA estimates the all-wheel-drive QX50 gets 25 mpg in combined city/highway driving, but we managed only 23.8 mpg on our mixed-driving standardized test route. That figure is lower than we'd expect and worse than other four-cylinder SUVs like the Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 and the Audi Q5.

Value

7.5/10

Is the QX50 a good value? While it isn't as sporting as the Germans, the QX50 delivers on the comfort and practicality front, justifying its similar pricing. Be careful with option package selection because some of them are pricey. The QX50's warranty is on par for the class with four-year/60,000-mile basic coverage and six-year/70,000-mile powertrain coverage. There is no free scheduled maintenance, unlike what some other luxury brands offer.

Wildcard

6.5/10

While the QX50 doesn't have any dynamic missteps outside of the transmission, there's not much to get excited over either. It's roundly competent and doesn't shrink away from a curving road. Fun doesn't really enter the equation.

Which QX50 does Edmunds recommend?

Infiniti hasn't released official information on the 2025 QX50 as of this writing. We'll update our recommendation if anything changes, but based on last year's QX50 we recommend the Sport trim. The base Pure trim offers plenty of tech features but not much luxury, and the Luxe trim doesn't add much. But the Sport adds a generous list of features, giving you the most for your money. On top of the features found in the Pure and Luxe trims, the Sport adds premium leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, a Bose audio system, a 360-degree camera system and more.

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INFINITI QX50 models

[Editor's note: The following unofficial information is based on last year's QX50. We expect the 2025 model will have a similar lineup and we'll update this section once we have complete information.] The Infiniti QX50 is available in Pure, Luxe, Sport, Sensory and Autograph trim levels. The sole powertrain is a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (268 horsepower, 280 lb-ft of torque) paired with a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Front-wheel drive is standard, and all-wheel drive is optional on all trims except for the Autograph, which comes standard with AWD. Keep reading for our breakdown of the QX50's significant features and options.

Pure
The base trim comes with:

19-inch wheels
LED headlights
Power liftgate
Heated exterior mirrors
Keyless entry and ignition
Adaptive steering system (adjusts the steering wheel's responsiveness to enhance low-speed maneuverability and high-speed stability)
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Synthetic leather upholstery
Power front seats with driver lumbar adjustment
8-inch upper touchscreen and 7-inch lower touchscreen
Apple CarPlay (with wireless connectivity) and Android Auto smartphone integration
Wireless smartphone charging pad
Six-speaker audio system
Remote engine start

Infiniti also equips every QX50 with these advanced driving aids:

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Infiniti and the car in front)
Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
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)
Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
Automatic high-beam assist (automatically switches the headlights from high beams to low beams when a sensor detects the headlights of oncoming vehicles)

Luxe
Upgrade to the Luxe model and you'll enjoy:

Panoramic sunroof
Silver roof rails
Hands-free liftgate
Power-folding exterior mirrors
Leather seats
Heated front seats

A 12-speaker Bose audio system is optional on the Luxe trim.

Sport
The QX50 Sport adds dark interior and exterior features and more luxury and tech features such as:

20-inch dark wheels
Black exterior accents and grille
Black roof rails
LED foglights
Heated steering wheel
Premium leather upholstery
Ventilated front seats
Upgraded interior ambient lighting
Navigation system with traffic data
12-speaker Bose premium sound system
Front parking sensors
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the QX50 and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Traffic sign recognition (reads speed limit signs and provides the information to the driver)

Sensory
The Sensory trim takes the QX50 to the next level with:

20-inch silver wheels
Unique LED headlight design
Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
Rain-sensing windshield wipers
Auto-dimming outside mirrors
Power-adjustable steering wheel
Heated rear seats
16-speaker Bose premium sound system
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line onto the windshield)

Autograph
For maximum luxury and style, choose the QX50 Autograph for its:

All-wheel drive
Tri-zone automatic climate control
Quilted premium leather upholstery
Synthetic suede headliner
Rear window sunshades
Tow hitch (only trim level with a towing rating)

A digital key (allows you to lock, unlock and start the QX50 with a smartphone app) is optional on any trim level.

INFINITI QX50 Reviews

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3.6

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Bags, 06/30/2021

2021 INFINITI QX50 ESSENTIAL 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

Quiet, responsive, fantastic tech. I love the pro pilot assist. The car "experts" love to complain about the cvt transmission. Don't listen to that crap. You won't be able to tell. Infiniti has done a great job with it. Drive the car. See for yourself. The mileage is excellent. (Update after 1 year+. There have been a few electrical blips.. Lost settings that have to be re entered. …

Worst vehicle & even worse service and support

F, 05/02/2022

2022 INFINITI QX50 SENSORY 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

Absolutely worst company to deal with. Leased a new 2021 QX50 Sensory edition. Tons of electrical issues from time changing, hands free phone buttons not working, crash sensors going off for no reason, inTouch would not work, Android auto wouldn't connect, navigationPOI would bring up results from Canada, (live in Texas) ect. So many trips to the service department and nothing could be …

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TJ in Seattle, 07/20/2022

2022 INFINITI QX50 SENSORY 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

My wife had a 2019 QX50 that was rear-ended and totaled, so we had to buy a new car. She would have been content to buy another QX50, but we ended up with a much better Audi Q5 for about the same price. The Pros and Cons in the Edmunds review of the QX50 sound right-on to me and were consistent from the 2019 to the 2022. The negatives that bother me most ....CVT engagement at low …

4 cyl gas hog

Bob D, 12/25/2021

2021 INFINITI QX50 LUXE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT)

I have owned this car for almost a year. I enjoy the ride especially on the highway. It has very good power all around , city and highway. I have had no problems at all with this car. My only dislike is the gas mileage. This car gets less gas mileage than my previous 6 cylinder q50. In the city I average 12 mpg, highway 23. My q50 did 16 city almost 30 highway. They need to dump the cat …

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2025 INFINITI QX50 Features & Specs

Trim:

PURE

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$43,000
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	25 MPG
Cost to Drive	$191/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	31.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 60,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the QX50 include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	4 / 5
Driver	4 / 5
Passenger	4 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	4 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	14.7%

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	Acceptable
Roof Strength Test	Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Not Tested

FAQ

Is the INFINITI QX50 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 QX50 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.4 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 QX50 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 31 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that carrying capacity for the QX50 ranges from 31.1 to 31.4 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a INFINITI QX50. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 INFINITI QX50?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 INFINITI QX50:

No major changes expected for 2025
Part of the second QX50 generation introduced for 2019

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Is the INFINITI QX50 reliable?

To determine whether the INFINITI QX50 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the QX50. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the QX50's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 INFINITI QX50 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 INFINITI QX50 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 QX50 and gave it a 7.4 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 QX50 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 31 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 QX50 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 INFINITI QX50?

The least-expensive 2025 INFINITI QX50 is the 2025 INFINITI QX50 PURE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $43,000.

Other versions include:

PURE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $43,000
LUXE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $46,300
SPORT 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT) which starts at $51,200

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What are the different models of INFINITI QX50?

If you're interested in the INFINITI QX50, the next question is, which QX50 model is right for you? QX50 variants include PURE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT), LUXE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT), and SPORT 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo CVT). For a full list of QX50 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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