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2016 Infiniti QX50 review

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Infiniti QX50 highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Beautiful exterior design
  • Potent engine
  • Precise steering

Cons

  • Some engine noise can be felt
  • Outdated infotainment system
  • Outward visibility is not optimal

Mileage (EPA estimate)

17 city, 24 highway, 20 combined

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Refined, luxury driving experience

With its unique styling and refined cabin, the 2016 Infiniti QX50 is a crossover SUV with a strong engine capable of a spirited performance. With a compact size and excellent maneuverability, it’s a great city driver that has what it takes to meet your daily needs, but also a good solution for family vacations and road trips. If you are looking for an athletic, versatile, and luxurious compact SUV, then the 2016 Infiniti QX50 will check many, if not all your boxes.

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What is new for the 2016 Infiniti QX50?

  • The Journey trim has been discontinued for 2016.
  • QX50 trims have been upgraded with Memory Seat(s) as standard equipment this year.
  • Tow Hitch features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Base trim now comes with Sunroof(s) as standard equipment.

5 reasons to buy the 2016 Infiniti QX50

1. Ample cargo and passenger room 

The interior of the 2016 Infiniti QX50 is spacious and offers ample room for passengers. It can seat five people, with those in the front getting 40.5 inches of headroom and 44.3 inches of legroom. Rear head- and legroom measure 38.4 inches and 28.5 inches, respectively. The seats are wide and supportive, especially in the first row. Cargo capacity is also satisfactory, with an 18.6 cu-ft trunk, which increases to 50.1 cu-ft with the rear seats folded. 

2. Lots of standard equipment 

Since it’s a high-end vehicle, it’s only normal to expect the 2016 Infiniti QX50 to come with a lot of features that cater to enhanced comfort and convenience, above all. Standard equipment includes dual-zone automatic climate control, heated power-folding outside mirrors, keyless entry and ignition, and automatic headlights, to name a few. Also standard are 18-inch alloy wheels, contributing to the stylish exterior of this subcompact SUV. 

3. Plenty of power under the hood 

All the style and class on the inside and the outside of the 2016 Infiniti QX50 would be less meaningful if it weren’t accompanied by a good performance. Luckily, it’s an exciting vehicle to drive and a great fit for enthusiasts enjoying a dynamic driving experience. It comes with a standard 3.7L V6 engine that generates 325 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque and is paired with a seven-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain gives the QX50 the strength to power through daily life, drive uphill with ease, and carry around a lot of heavy cargo without feeling strained. 

4. Great interior materials 

An upscale SUV such as the 2016 Infiniti QX50 simply must have an extraordinary interior with high-end materials and features making for a reined ride experience. The standard trim includes leather upholstery and heated, power-adjustable front seats, for example. Then, there is a driver’s seat memory system, along with hospitality lighting with a pin LED light and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. 

5. Decent gas mileage 

If fuel consumption is among your priorities, you’ll be happy to know that the 2016 Infiniti QX50 returns decent gas mileage. It has an EPA-estimated 20 mpg combined, which is a good number considering the potent V6 engine.

This means the QX50 is an excellent vehicle for the open road, where you can truly experience all its power and refinement. 

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

The 2016 Infiniti QX50 is a car that is praised for its style, power, and comfort. Customers like the car's sleek design and the fact that it is a quiet ride.
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Excellent

RepairPal gave the Infiniti QX50 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Infiniti QX50 6th out of 18 among Luxury Compact SUVs.

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Infiniti QX50 features and specs

Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sunroof(s)
  • Traction Control
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • BOSE Sound System
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.7L

Horsepower

325

Torque (ft-lbs)

267

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

20

Wheelbase

113.4"

Overall length

186.8"

Width

71"

Height

62.7"

Leg room

F 44.3"/R 35.3"

Head room

F 38.7"/R 37.7"

Front tires

P225/55VR18

Rear tires

P225/55VR18

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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