Complete configuration comparison

2027 Infiniti QX60 vs. 2026 Mazda CX-70

CarGurus rates the 2026 INFINITI QX60 5.3/10, saying, based on the Nissan Pathfinder, it is neither compelling nor competitive, meeting the barest of expectations in the midsize luxury SUV segment and looking and feeling entirely disconnected from Infiniti's history of building stylish, enjoyable-to-drive vehicles, recommending it only in Pure or Luxe trim if the lease payment undercuts the competition, and otherwise suggesting a loaded Nissan Pathfinder or one of its rivals instead. TrueCar says the Mazda CX-70's $44,280 MSRP undercuts the INFINITI QX60's $53,465 by $9,185, and the CX-70 also wins on fuel economy at 23 city/28 highway mpg versus the QX60's 22 city/28 highway.

Which to choose, and why

CarGurus rates the 2026 INFINITI QX60 5.3/10, saying, based on the Nissan Pathfinder, it is neither compelling nor competitive, meeting the barest of expectations in the midsize luxury SUV segment and looking and feeling entirely disconnected from Infiniti's history of building stylish, enjoyable-to-drive vehicles, recommending it only in Pure or Luxe trim if the lease payment undercuts the competition, and otherwise suggesting a loaded Nissan Pathfinder or one of its rivals instead. TrueCar says the Mazda CX-70's $44,280 MSRP undercuts the INFINITI QX60's $53,465 by $9,185, and the CX-70 also wins on fuel economy at 23 city/28 highway mpg versus the QX60's 22 city/28 highway.

CarGurus calls the QX60 neither compelling nor competitive

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) rates the 2026 INFINITI QX60 5.3/10, saying, based on the Nissan Pathfinder, it is neither compelling nor competitive, meeting the barest of expectations in the midsize luxury SUV segment and looking and feeling entirely disconnected from Infiniti's history of building stylish, enjoyable-to-drive vehicles, recommending it only in Pure or Luxe trim if the lease payment undercuts the competition, and otherwise suggesting a loaded Nissan Pathfinder or one of its rivals instead.

$9,185 cheaper, thriftier CX-70

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the Mazda CX-70's $44,280 MSRP undercuts the INFINITI QX60's $53,465 by $9,185, and the CX-70 also wins on fuel economy at 23 city/28 highway mpg versus the QX60's 22 city/28 highway.

Questions buyers ask

How does CarGurus rate the Infiniti QX60?

CarGurus (opens in a new tab) rates it 5.3/10, calling it neither compelling nor competitive.

Which is cheaper, the Infiniti QX60 or Mazda CX-70?

TrueCar (opens in a new tab) says the CX-70, by $9,185 at MSRP.

Side-by-side matrix

The published fields that can change the decision.

Infiniti QX60: 2 records · Mazda CX-70: 3 records.
Decision fieldInfiniti QX60Mazda CX-70
Exact EPA records23
Model / option labels23
Drive layoutsAll-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive4-Wheel Drive
Engines / propulsion2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI2.5L 4-cyl SIDI; PHEV, 3.3L 6-cyl SIDI; Mild Hybrid
TransmissionsAutomatic (S9)Automatic (S8)
Fuel typesPremiumPremium, Premium and Electricity, Regular
EPA classesStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Combined efficiency24 MPG/MPGe25–26 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed32 miles
Annual fuel / energy estimate$3300 per year$2600–3200 per year

Head to head

Infiniti QX60 vs. Mazda CX-70: size, power, capability and price.

MeasureInfiniti QX60Mazda CX-70
Starting price (KBB base)$53,435$44,280
Top trim price (KBB base)$68,435$58,400
Horsepower268 hp280-340 hp
Torque286 lb-ft332-369 lb-ft
0 to 60 mphn/a6.5-7.3 sec
Curb weight4,669-4,742 lb4,709-4,863 lb
Length198 in201.6 in
Wheelbase114.2 in122.8 in
Cargo volume75.4 cu ft75.3 cu ft
Towing capacity6,000 lb3,500-5,000 lb
Seating6-7 seats5 seats
Basic warranty4 years3 years

Figures are ranges across each model’s trims from Kelley Blue Book records (2027 and 2026 model years); prices are KBB base prices.

Background on each vehicle

What public sources say about the Infiniti QX60 and the Mazda CX-70.

2027 Infiniti QX60

The Infiniti QX60, called the Infiniti JX until the 2014 model year, is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Infiniti, the luxury vehicle division of Japanese automaker Nissan. It is underpinned by an elongated Nissan Murano platform also used by the Nissan Pathfinder. In keeping with Infiniti's naming scheme for 2014, in which cars begin with Q and SUVs begin with QX, the JX was renamed to QX60.

Source: Infiniti QX60 (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Infiniti QX60 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (1 campaign across the latest model years)

  • March 2025, Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Caliper. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Murano, Pathfinder, and INFINITI QX60 vehicles. One or both front brake caliper assemblies may have reduced strength and could break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor… Consequence: A broken front brake caliper can cause a loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA for the 2027 Infiniti QX60, most often about unknown or other (2), engine (1).

2026 Mazda CX-70

The Mazda CX-90 is a full-size crossover SUV with three-row seating produced by Mazda, introduced in 2023. A two-row version, marketed separately as the Mazda CX-70, was introduced in 2024, featuring the same dimensions and engine options with minor styling variations. It is the largest SUV produced by the company and is built on the Large Product Group platform, which features a longitudinal engine and rear-biased all-wheel-drive system shared with the smaller CX-60.

Safety
The 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 both received the Top Safety Pick+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Both models earned Good ratings in all categories except for the headlights on non-turbo versions, which were rated Acceptable because adaptive headlights are only available on turbo models.
Awards
In 2024, the CX-90 and CX-90 hybrid were among 12 midsize SUVs listed on Car and Driver's Editors' Choice.

Source: Mazda CX-90 (Wikipedia)

NHTSA rated the 2025 Mazda CX-70 overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 4 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.

Recent recalls (4 campaigns across the latest model years)

  • September 2025, Electrical System:Body Control Module:Software. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV). The fuel gauge in the instrument cluster may display an inaccurate fuel reading. Consequence: An inaccurate fuel gauge may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.
  • October 2024, Electrical System:Software. Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024-2025 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles equipped with a Dash Electrical Supply Unit (ESU). During vehicle startup, the defroster, seat belt warning, 360° view monitor functions, and the PHEV high-voltage battery cooling system may… Consequence: An ESU that does not function properly, increases the risk of a crash.
  • October 2024, Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm). Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain 2024 CX-90 and 2025 CX-70 vehicles. The powertrain control module (PCM) and engine control modules (ECM) software may cause malfunction indicator lights to illuminate and a loss of drive power. Consequence: Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Owners filed 50 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Mazda CX-70, most often about lane departure (19), forward collision avoidance (9), power train (7).

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Resolve the exact engine, drive and EPA ID.

Comparison answer desk

13 answers for this exact pairing.

Q01Which is more efficient: the 2027 Infiniti QX60 or the 2026 Mazda CX-70?
Efficiency

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 lists the higher combined-efficiency midpoint in this snapshot (25.5 vs. the 2027 Infiniti QX60's 24 MPG/MPGe).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q02How large is the efficiency gap between the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and the 2026 Mazda CX-70?
Efficiency

1.5 combined MPG/MPGe separates the 2027 Infiniti QX60 from the 2026 Mazda CX-70 at the midpoint, a relative difference of 6.3%.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q03Do the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and 2026 Mazda CX-70 share any drive layout?
Drivetrain

No. The 2027 Infiniti QX60 lists All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive while the 2026 Mazda CX-70 lists 4-Wheel Drive: no drive designation appears on both current lineups.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q04Do the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and 2026 Mazda CX-70 share an engine or propulsion description?
Powertrain

No. Their current engine or propulsion descriptions do not overlap. The 2027 Infiniti QX60 lists 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI. The 2026 Mazda CX-70 lists 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI; PHEV, 3.3L 6-cyl SIDI; Mild Hybrid.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q05Do the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and 2026 Mazda CX-70 share a transmission type?
Powertrain

No shared transmission description between the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and the 2026 Mazda CX-70 in this snapshot. 2027 Infiniti QX60: Automatic (S9). 2026 Mazda CX-70: Automatic (S8).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q06Do the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and 2026 Mazda CX-70 run on the same fuel type?
Fuel

Partially. The 2027 Infiniti QX60 and the 2026 Mazda CX-70 share Premium, but the 2027 Infiniti QX60 also lists no other fuel type while the 2026 Mazda CX-70 also lists Premium and Electricity, Regular.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07Do the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and 2026 Mazda CX-70 use comparable propulsion technology?
Electrification

Not by this snapshot's categorization: the 2027 Infiniti QX60 is Conventional, the 2026 Mazda CX-70 is Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q08Which is cheaper to run: the 2027 Infiniti QX60 or the 2026 Mazda CX-70?
Ownership cost

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 lists the lower annual-cost estimate midpoint than the 2027 Infiniti QX60 ($2,900 vs. $3,300).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q09What is the annual running-cost gap between the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and the 2026 Mazda CX-70?
Ownership cost

$400 per year separates the 2027 Infiniti QX60 from the 2026 Mazda CX-70 at the midpoint under EPA's standardized assumptions.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q10Which lineup has more internal efficiency variation: the 2027 Infiniti QX60 or the 2026 Mazda CX-70?
Fuel economy

The 2026 Mazda CX-70 spans a wider combined-MPG range across its own current configurations than the 2027 Infiniti QX60 does (1 points vs. 0).

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q11Are the 2027 Infiniti QX60 and the 2026 Mazda CX-70 in the same EPA size class?
Dimensions

Partly. The 2027 Infiniti QX60 and the 2026 Mazda CX-70 overlap on Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, but the 2027 Infiniti QX60 also carries Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q12Which offers more certified configurations, the 2027 Infiniti QX60 or the 2026 Mazda CX-70?
Choosing a configuration

The 2026 Mazda CX-70, with 3 certification records against the 2027 Infiniti QX60's 2.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q13Which goes farther on a charge, the 2027 Infiniti QX60 or the 2026 Mazda CX-70?
Electrification

Only the 2026 Mazda CX-70 lists an EPA electric range in this snapshot (32 miles). The 2027 Infiniti QX60 carries no electric-range field, so there is no charge-range figure to rank it against.

Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table

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