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Infiniti QX50
Car and Driver reports Infiniti confirmed that the QX50 and QX55 compact SUVs will be discontinued after the 2025 model year, with Nissan's luxury brand ending production in December, making 2025 their last model year as first reported by Automotive News, and a new QX65 two-row model coming for 2026. MotorTrend calls the 2026 Infiniti SUV lineup a clear transition year for the brand, following the QX50's exit alongside the QX55. Infiniti of Kearny Mesa explains why some buyers still prefer a final-year 2025 QX50 over waiting for the QX65, since production of the QX50 is scheduled to end by the close of the 2025 model year.
Discontinued after 2025
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) reports Infiniti confirmed the QX50 and QX55 compact SUVs will be discontinued after the 2025 model year, with Nissan's luxury brand ending production in December, making 2025 their last model year as first reported by Automotive News, and a new QX65 two-row model coming for 2026.
Part of a broader lineup transition
MotorTrend (opens in a new tab) calls the 2026 Infiniti SUV lineup a clear transition year for the brand, following the QX50's exit from the lineup alongside the QX55, which ended the brand's brief run in the compact luxury coupe-SUV space.
Why some buyers still want a final-year model
Infiniti of Kearny Mesa (opens in a new tab) says production of the QX50 is scheduled to end by the close of the 2025 model year, and explains why some buyers still prefer a final-year 2025 QX50 over waiting for its QX65 successor.
Questions buyers ask
Is the Infiniti QX50 discontinued?
Yes — Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says Infiniti confirmed it ends after the 2025 model year.
What replaces the Infiniti QX50?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says a new QX65 two-row model arrives for 2026.
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Every major decision path.
The 2025 Infiniti QX50 is built around 2.0L turbo four-cylinder, rated at 268 horsepower across its compact luxury SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2025 U.S. lineup has 3 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2025 QX50 seats 5 and is a Compact luxury SUV.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA lists 1 owner complaint for the 2025 QX50.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2025 Infiniti QX50
Every QX50 trim shares the same 268-horsepower turbo four and now-standard AWD; Sensory and Autograph were dropped for 2025, leaving Pure, Luxe and Sport as the range.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
2 indexed Infiniti QX50 model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Infiniti QX50 | 2025 record → | |
| 2020 Infiniti QX50 | 2020 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Infiniti QX50.
The Infiniti QX50, formerly the Infiniti EX until 2013, is a crossover SUV marketed by Infiniti, Nissan's luxury division between 2007 and 2025. It was produced over two generations: one generation under both EX and QX50 nameplates, and the second generation under the QX50 nameplate. The first generation model was also marketed as the Nissan Skyline Crossover in Japan.
- Safety
- The 2020 QX50 was tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Source: Infiniti QX50 (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Infiniti QX50 at a glance
- Production
- 2007–2013 (EX), 2013–2025 (QX50), 2021–2025 (QX55)
- Class
- Compact luxury crossover SUV
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Also called
- Nissan Skyline Crossover (2007–2015), Infiniti EX (2007–2013)
Infiniti QX50 generations
The Infiniti QX50 has been redesigned in 2017, gaps of 10 years, an average of 10.0 years between generations. The current generation (second generation, J55) began in 2017.
| Generation | Code | Began | What changed |
|---|---|---|---|
| First generation | J50 | 2007–2017 | |
| Second generation | J55 | 2017–present | The production version of the second-generation QX50 was presented at the 2017 LA Auto Show as a 2019 model with a turbocharged 2.0 L KR20DDET gasoline engine using Nissan's VC-T variable compression ratio system. |
NHTSA rated the 2025 Infiniti QX50 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)
- February 2024, Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag… Consequence: An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA for the 2025 Infiniti QX50, most often about unknown or other (1), engine (1), fuel/propulsion system (1).
Year by year
The Infiniti QX50 across 10 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Infiniti QX50 | 25–26 | $3,050–$3,200 | 2 | 1 | 5 stars | |
| 2024 Infiniti QX50 | 25–26 | $3,000–$3,100 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 stars |
| 2023 Infiniti QX50 | 25–26 | $3,000–$3,100 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 5 stars |
| 2022 Infiniti QX50 | 25–26 | $3,000–$3,100 | 2 | 2 | 16 | 5 stars |
| 2021 Infiniti QX50 | 25–26 | $3,000–$3,100 | 2 | 2 | 40 | 5 stars |
| 2020 Infiniti QX50 | 25–26 | $3,000–$3,100 | 2 | 2 | 31 | 5 stars |
| 2019 Infiniti QX50 | 26–27 | $2,850–$3,000 | 2 | 3 | 138 | 5 stars |
| 2017 Infiniti QX50 | 20 | $3,900 | 2 | 13 | ||
| 2016 Infiniti QX50 | 20 | $3,900 | 2 | 19 | ||
| 2015 Infiniti QX50 | 20 | $3,900 | 2 | 3 |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Infiniti QX50, one model year at a time.
| Step | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 to 2020 | 26.5 to 25.5 | Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI | Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; VCR |
| 2017 to 2019 | 20.0 to 26.5 | Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; VCR; Transmissions: Automatic (AV-S8); Drives: Front-Wheel Drive; Size classes: Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | Engines: 3.7L 6-cyl; Transmissions: Automatic (S7); Drives: Rear-Wheel Drive; Size classes: Small Station Wagons |
Buying used
What the Infiniti QX50 recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | air bags (frontal) | None |
| 2023 | 1 | air bags (frontal) | None |
| 2022 | 2 | latches/locks/linkages (doors); engine and engine cooling | None |
| 2021 | 2 | suspension (rear); engine and engine cooling | None |
| 2020 | 2 | tires; engine and engine cooling | None |
| 2019 | 3 | air bags (knee bolster); back over prevention (sensing system); engine and engine cooling | None |
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| engine | 100 | 37% | 2019 (53) |
| engine and engine cooling | 43 | 16% | 2019 (31) |
| electrical system | 41 | 15% | 2019 (17) |
| unknown or other | 38 | 14% | 2019 (19) |
| forward collision avoidance | 35 | 13% | 2019 (17) |
| power train | 31 | 11% | 2019 (13) |
Trim by trim
Every 2025 Infiniti QX50 trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PURE | AWD | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 280 | 3,979 | – | 25 | $44,350 |
| LUXE | AWD | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 280 | 4,070 | – | 25 | $47,650 |
| SPORT | AWD | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 280 | 4,116 | – | 25 | $52,550 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2025 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Infiniti QX50 model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 3,979–4,116 | – | 16 |
| 2024 | 5 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 3,979–4,180 | 3,000 | 16 |
| 2023 | 5 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 3,979–4,180 | 3,000 | 16 |
| 2022 | 5 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 3,968–4,178 | 3,000 | 16 |
| 2021 | 5 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 3,968–4,178 | 3,000 | 16 |
| 2020 | 5 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 3,937–4,098 | – | 16 |
| 2019 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 268 | 3,940–3,957 | – | 16 |
| 2017 | 1 | 3.7-liter V6 | 325 | 4,020 | – | 20 |
| 2016 | 1 | 3.7-liter V6 | 325 | 4,020 | – | 20 |
| 2015 | 2 | 3.7-liter V6 | 325 | 3,987–4,017 | 8,500 | 20 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Owning it
Oil, fluid and wheel-nut figures for the Infiniti QX50.
| Model year | Engine oil | Brake fluid | Wheel-nut torque | A/C refrigerant | Key-fob battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | – | – | 83 lb-ft | – | – |
| 2020 | – | – | – | R-134a | – |
| 2019 | – | – | – | R-134a | – |
| 2016 | 5W-30 | DOT 3 | 80 lb-ft | – | – |
Source: the manufacturer's owner's manual for each model year. A dash means that year's manual gave no single value for it, for instance one that lists two oil grades or two key types.
Model-year recall record
Infiniti QX50: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | not available | ||
| 2025 | 1 | ||
| 2024 | 1 | 4 | airbags |
| 2023 | 1 | 4 | airbags |
| 2022 | 2 | 16 | door latches, engine cooling |
| 2021 | 2 | 40 | suspension, engine cooling |
| 2020 | 2 | 31 | tires, engine cooling |
| 2019 | 3 | 138 | airbags, backup camera, engine cooling |
| 2018 | 0 | ||
| 2017 | 13 | ||
| 2016 | 19 | ||
| 2015 | 3 |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Infiniti QX50?
Federal recall records don't single out a best Infiniti QX50 model year: recall counts across the 6 published model years checked here stay within a normal range of this nameplate's own average (about 1.8 recalls per year), with no year standing out as notably higher or lower. Recall count is one input, not a purchase verdict. It says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record.
Q02What are common recall-related problems on the Infiniti QX50 by model year?
2024: airbags. 2023: airbags. 2022: door latches, engine cooling. 2021: suspension, engine cooling. 2020: tires, engine cooling. 2019: airbags, backup camera, engine cooling.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Buying, records and recalls, Climate and electrical, Engine and cooling, Brakes, tires and steering.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 QX50 come in?
The 2025 Infiniti QX50 (compact luxury SUV) comes in 3 trims: Pure, Luxe, Sport.
Q02What are the 2025 QX50 trims?
The 2025 Infiniti QX50 trims are Pure, Luxe, Sport, listed from the entry Pure up to the top Sport.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 QX50 use?
The 2025 Infiniti QX50 is built around 2.0L turbo four-cylinder, rated at 268 horsepower across its compact luxury SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2025 QX50 have?
The 2025 Infiniti QX50 is rated at 268 horsepower (2.0L turbo four-cylinder).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 QX50?
The 2025 Infiniti QX50 is offered with Standard AWD.