2015
INFINITI QX50

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$35,000

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RWD 4dr

Starts at

$35,000

17 City / 25 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Premium Unleaded V-6

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

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AWD 4dr

Starts at

$36,400

17 City / 24 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Premium Unleaded V-6

Engine

All Wheel Drive

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RWD 4dr Journey

Starts at

$37,200

17 City / 25 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Premium Unleaded V-6

Engine

Rear Wheel Drive

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AWD 4dr Journey

Starts at

$38,600

17 City / 24 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Premium Unleaded V-6

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All Wheel Drive

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Notable features

Bluetooth connectivity now standard

Rear- or all-wheel drive

Around View Monitor available

Lane departure prevention available

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Acceleration

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So-so stereo

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Expert 2015 INFINITI QX50 review

Our expert's take

By Cars.com editors

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Vehicle Overview

The QX50 is Infiniti’s five-seat compact luxury crossover. It competes with the Acura RDX, Audi Q5 and BMW X3 and features standard V-6 power. Rear- and all-wheel-drive versions are offered.
New for 2015
Bluetooth cellphone connectivity is now standard.

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

18-inch alloy wheels; available 19-inch wheels
Dual chrome exhaust tips
Heated side mirrors
Fog lamps
Available power sunroof
Available bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
Available adaptive headlights

Interior Highlights

Seats five
60/40-split rear seat
Leather upholstery
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Bluetooth cellphone connectivity
Available maple interior trim
Available heated front seats
Available navigation system
Available power flip-up rear seats

Under the Hood

325-horsepower, 3.7-liter V-6 engine
Seven-speed automatic transmission
Rear- or all-wheel drive

Safety Features

Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Front-seat side-impact and side curtain airbags
Front active head restraints
Available Around View Monitor with top-down view
Available blind spot warning system
Available brake assist with forward collision warning
Available lane departure prevention

2015 INFINITI QX50 review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

Below is a list of highlighted features and not an exhaustive list. Features are standard unless otherwise noted.
Exterior Highlights

18-inch alloy wheels; available 19-inch wheels
Dual chrome exhaust tips
Heated side mirrors
Fog lamps
Available power sunroof
Available bi-xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
Available adaptive headlights

Interior Highlights

Seats five
60/40-split rear seat
Leather upholstery
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Bluetooth cellphone connectivity
Available maple interior trim
Available heated front seats
Available navigation system
Available power flip-up rear seats

Under the Hood

325-horsepower, 3.7-liter V-6 engine
Seven-speed automatic transmission
Rear- or all-wheel drive

Safety Features

Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system
Front-seat side-impact and side curtain airbags
Front active head restraints
Available Around View Monitor with top-down view
Available blind spot warning system
Available brake assist with forward collision warning
Available lane departure prevention

Safety review

Based on the 2015 INFINITI QX50 base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Rollover rating: 4/5

13.0%

Risk of rollover

13.0%

Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

4 years / 60,000 miles

Corrosion

7 years

Powertrain

6 years / 70,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

4 years

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

Months from In-Service Date (ISD): Less than or equal to 60 months from ISD | Vehicle Mileage: Less than or equal to 15,000 Miles | Greater than 15,000 Miles but less than or equal to 60K miles

Basic

6 years / 75K miles from original ISD | 6 years / unlimited miles from original ISD

Dealer certification

167-point inspection

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By Jay from Chesapeake, Virginia

Owns this car

October 2, 2020

Car comfortable, modern, a luxury car
The car is very reliable I have never had any problems out of it it’s very modern and easy to adjust to. The car has plenty of leg room, and back seat space. The truck is a great size. The ac works amazing, the windows are tinted. I love this car only selling it because I’m going the the military!
Purchased a Used car

Used for Commuting

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By Anthony from Edmonton, AB

Owns this car

January 8, 2020

Terrific value for the money V6 AWD version
What an awesome vehicle if you are using as a fun daily driver or short-medium distance commuter. Purchased new in 2015 and it was an absolute steal compared to the competition easily 15K less while outperforming anything in its class. The cons: Not a person hauler the two people up front will be very happy but rear seating
is for the very short( Think 5'3or less) or a small child. As well premium fuel is expensive and because the engine and performance is so powerful mileage suffers a lot. Incredibly fun to drive.
Purchased a New car

Used for Commuting

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 4.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By Me My from Vienna VA

Owns this car

August 16, 2018

Smooth, Fast, Beautiful
Infiniti QX50 is outstanding. Quick, smooth, luxurious, comfortable, beautiful. Everything a car should be. Great value for the money. Other cars are ok, but this one is exceptional.
Purchased a Used car

Used for Commuting

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By SS from Salisbury, MD

Owns this car

March 29, 2018

I love my QX50
A good combination of power and style. It's sporty and fun to drive car. I test drove 2017 Mercedes GLA 250, nice looking but lacking power. My QX50 is way more powerful compared to that. V6 and 3.7L engine. I can't wait to go long drive.
Purchased a Used car

Used for Commuting

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By cicibello from Mclean, VA

Owns this car

February 4, 2018

Excellent car for daily commuting
I've owned one for almost two and a half years. The QX50 is not the best choice for hauling people around, but an excellent daily use vehicle to get to and from work, chores etc. I find the build quality to be very high and the driving characteristics of this car are excellent. I am a 5ft 6, 130 lb female so I don't need a
lot of legroom, but I think this car works great for anyone 5 9 and below. I like the dashboard layout and the semi-aniline leather on the premium version along with the Bose sound system and driver aids work well. The technology while not as cutting edge as on the newer cars is easier to user and much less intrusive. What I like most about this is how much fun it is to drive - just like a sports car and how well designed the interior is if you're not too big. The exterior styling is very understated as well and the car has been rock solid for me. I haven't had to take it in for anything other than oil change and everything still looks new. I believe the reliability and fun factor had led to the QX50 holding its value very well. I believe it has the highest residual value in its class. I bought mine, but because of the high residual value they are great to lease (much better value than the Audi Q5 - the QX50 pretty much outperforms it in every respect except for the brand name (if you are into it)) rather to buy used.
Purchased a New car

Used for Commuting

Does recommend this car

Comfort 4.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 4.0

Reliability 5.0

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By T from Astoria

Owns this car

September 15, 2017

More tech for less money than German competitors
I think the Q50 is great, not a fan of electric steering but car is otherwise perfect. By far the best price for luxury vehicles
Purchased a New car

Used for Having fun

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 4.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 4.0

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By claudia from MIAMI, fl

Owns this car

June 22, 2017

Most reliable car i have owned
This car met alk my needs. Excellent reliability. Value for my money. Vey good design. It is really comfortable.
Purchased a Used car

Used for Having fun

Does recommend this car

Comfort 5.0

Interior 5.0

Performance 5.0

Value 5.0

Exterior 5.0

Reliability 5.0

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By Steve

Owns this car

July 2, 2016

Mixed feelings
Purchased this car about a year ago. It is a driver's car, but cannot be called an SUV. It is a tall station wagon. This is a premium brand so the value for the money is good. Standard leather seats, 360 degree camera, and a few other convenience features make this car appealing. However, don't be fooled, the design of this
car has not changed since 2008, and thus the electronics such as the dash display and center infotainment display are aged when compared to the competition. If this is important to you, then avoid this car. The performance of this car is very good. Powerful engine and good handling. The brakes are good, but the pedal feel is on the soft side. The reason I am not giving this car more than three stars is the interior quality and space. It is a small vehicle. The front seats are comfortable and spacious, but the rear is tight. There are also rattles and squeaks. The centre dash plastic noise is annoying, the drivers side window has a rattling noise that is a defect Infiniti will need to engineer the solution for. The drivers side mirror vibrates in a very similar manor you will find on utility trucks. The mirror vibration is noticeable on most Infiniti and Nissan vehicles, so if you have had one of these cars before, and did not notice it then, then you will be fine. If you are looking for latest technology and good interior quality, then look elsewhere. Otherwise a decent car and good value for the money.
Purchased a New car

Used for Commuting

Does not recommend this car

Comfort 4.0

Interior 3.0

Performance 4.0

Value 3.0

Exterior 4.0

Reliability 3.0

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2015 INFINITI QX50?

The 2015 INFINITI QX50 is available in 2 trim levels:

(2 styles)
Journey (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2015 INFINITI QX50?

The 2015 INFINITI QX50 offers up to 17 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2015 INFINITI QX50 reliable?

The 2015 INFINITI QX50 has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2015 INFINITI QX50 owners.

Is the 2015 INFINITI QX50 a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2015 INFINITI QX50. 87.5% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5

Based on 8 reviews

Comfort: 4.8
Interior: 4.5
Performance: 4.9
Value: 4.8
Exterior: 4.8
Reliability: 4.6

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