Infiniti’s QX60 was last redesigned for 2022, propping up the three-row SUV’s luxury intentions with a more premium-looking exterior and classier cabin as well as more modern controls. That modernity didn’t translate under the hood, however; although the automatic transmission was new, the same adequate 3.5-liter V-6 engine still powered the QX60 … until 2025.
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The 2025 QX60 gets power from a new engine: a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. What’s it like? It’s like ordering a Chicago-style hot dog that gets delivered with ketchup. Translation: Some parts work and others need work.
What’s New?
Compared with its predecessor, the new engine loses two cylinders and a bit of horsepower. It makes 268 hp, a drop of 27 hp from the prior V-6’s output, but torque is up 16 pounds-feet to 286. The nine-speed automatic carries over and is better than the pre-2022 model’s gutless continuously variable automatic, but I’m not convinced this powertrain pair is all that happy together.
While the old model with the V-6 felt adequately powered, the new turbo delivers more of the same. After some lag, shifts are quick from a stop for good low-end pep. The transmission sometimes seems reluctant to downshift, however, so midrange power is just OK. It never felt underpowered, but it was never lively, either, and I struggle to see how it’s a step up from the previous engine.
What’s more, the new turbo four-cylinder has two other annoying traits. Its buzzy sound is at odds with the SUV’s otherwise luxurious vibe and usually quiet cabin, and it requires premium fuel rather than merely recommending it, an added expense.
Also, the new engine’s fuel-economy gains are minimal, with just a teeny advantage over the 2024 QX60’s V-6. Front-drive SUVs are EPA-rated at 22/28/24 mpg city/highway/combined, and AWD variants get 22/27/24 mpg. The 2024 QX60, meanwhile, is rated at 21/26/23 mpg with FWD and 20/25/22 mpg with AWD. The QX60’s maximum towing capacity (6,000 pounds) is the same with either engine.
Other changes for the new model year are minimal and include a standard key fob that automatically unlocks the doors as you approach the vehicle and locks them as you walk away, a Bose 17-speaker sound system for the Luxe trim level and a Black Edition Package with black exterior and interior accents.
What’s Not
In other ways — both good and bad — the 2025 QX60 is familiar. Highlights include a smooth ride and elegant cabin with a smart design and top-notch materials, as well as a host of family-friendly features. Car-seat accommodation is among my favorite of those.
In the second row, easy-access Latch anchors make car-seat installation a breeze, and ample second-row legroom means there’s enough space for both front and rear passengers. The QX60’s third-row access also stands out: Buttons on both sides of the second-row seatbacks lift and slide the seat, creating a big opening to the third row — even when some car seats are installed. It works when a forward-facing car seat is in place as well as when an infant seat’s base is present, making it easy to get to the third row without having to climb over car seats. (Check out the full Car Seat Check.)
But lowlights abound, too. My biggest gripe is with the QX60’s controls: While its big, clear touchscreen mounted high on the dash is a win for both visibility and usability, its climate controls fail in both areas. Additionally, the QX60’s touch-sensitive controls under the touchscreen are often unreliable and annoying, requiring multiple presses to engage them; that makes them unlike the multimedia screen, which is responsive.
However, despite my praise of the multimedia system, its functionality is limited at times. For example, it doesn’t offer wireless Android Auto (it does have wireless Apple CarPlay, however), and when Android Auto is active, the interface only uses part of the screen, leaving a big chunk oddly empty. Other automakers, such as Hyundai, have also struggled with full-screen integration for Android Auto but have released updates to fix the problem.
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Pricing
The 2025 Infiniti QX60 comes in Pure, Luxe, Sensory and Autograph trims, and it’s on sale now starting at $51,550 (all prices include $1,350 destination fee). Front-wheel drive is standard on the three lower trim levels, with all-wheel drive available for $2,000; AWD is standard on the range-topping Autograph trim.
Prices for 2025 are up over the outgoing model, with the base 2024 model priced at $51,000 — $550 less than the 2025 model.
While the 2025 QX60 continues to deliver an appealing blend of comfort, luxury and utility, I’m not convinced the new engine is really a big step up and enough to warrant the extra cost — either upfront or at the pump.
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