The Infiniti's new sleeky QX50 is more than just a pretty looking car. With an improved powertrain to add to its clamor and the lightest of handling, this car has definitely upped the ante in this segment and can proudly compete with the likes of the Acura RDX SUV, the Cadillac XT5 Suv and the much more premium Audi SQ5 SUV.
Advanced features concentrated only in the higher trims
What's New?
Thoroughly redesigned
Features
vehicle bio
base price
$36650
bodystyle
4dr SUV
passenger capacity
5
drivetrain
FWD
engine type
displacement
121 cu.in.
horsepower
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
torque
280 lbs.-ft @ 4400 rpm
transmission
continuously variable-speed automatic
chassis
frame type
Unibody
suspension front
Independent front strut suspension w/anti-roll bar
suspension rear
Independent rear multi-link suspension w/anti-roll bar
brake rotors (f/r)
64.4/64.2
dimensions
wheelbase
110.2 in.
length
184.7 in.
width
74.9 in.
height
66 in.
curb weight
3810 lbs.
ground clearance
8.6 in.
capacity
passenger volume
37.5 cu ft.
cargo volume
65.1 cu ft.
payload capacity
1106 lbs.
performance
zero to 60 mph
7.1 sec.
fuel economy
city/combined/highway
24/27/31 mpg
highway range
496 mi.
warranty
basic warranty
4 yr. / 60000 mi.
drivetrain warranty
6 yr. / 70000 mi.
powertrain warranty
72 months. / 70000
corrosion warranty
7 yr. / unlimited
roadside assistance
4 yr. / 60000 mi.
Pictures
exterior
interior
Colors and Styles
Black Obsidian
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The much-improved powertrain now gives a much better dimension to the QX 50 and makes this car a real beast to drive on the road.
8.0/10 Features
7.3/10 Engine and Performance
8.5/10 Interior
2020 Infiniti QX50 Features
8.0/10
Trim
Base
MSRP (FWD)
$34,650
MSRP(AWD)
$36,450
Key Features
Automatic on/off headlights
Integrated front fog lights
LED rear brake lights and center high-mounted stoplight
Sequential welcome lighting illuminated entry system and overhead ambient light
Front sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors and extensions
Coat hanger on driver's head restraint Overhead sunglasses storage
Dual overhead front map lights, rear-seat reading lights
Front seatback map pockets
Dual front and rear cup holders
Front center console with armrest, dual-level storage compartment and 12-volt power outlet
Front and rear carpeted floor mats
Cargo net tie-down anchors in cargo area Power sliding tinted glass moonroof with one-touch auto-open/close, tilt feature and sliding sunshade
Aluminum roof rails Integrated rear spoiler
UV-reducing solar glass
Power adjustable, heated outside mirrors with courtesy light under driver's mirror
Outside mirrors with reverse tilt-down feature Speed-sensitive flat-blade front windshield wipers
Rear-window intermittent wiper
Rear-window defroster with indicator light and timer
Stainless steel front doorsill plates
Rear doors open a full 80 degrees for easier rear-seat entry and exit
Dual exhaust with polished finishers
The 2020 Infiniti QX50SUV offers just a single trim currently. It is a rear wheel drive with the 3.7 liter V-6 engine which is situated at the mid of the car and provides a 7-speed Automatic transmission as standard.
We Recommend
As this car comes with just a single trim, there is no point of recommendation. Having said that, this SUV scores on all the parameters and has a host of features on offer.
2020 Infiniti QX50 Engine and Performance
7.3/10
Engine and Transmission
The 2020 Infiniti QX50SUV is powered by a 3.7 Liter V-6 turbocharged Engine at produces 325 hp of power at 7000 rpm and 267 lb-ft of torque at 5200 rpm, which provides rear wheel drive with 7-speed automatic transmission as standard.
The starting of the car can be a bit problematic, however once started, it cruises along the road.
Models
Infiniti QX50
Acura RDX SUV
Cadillac XT5 SUV
Audi SQ5 Premium Plus
MSRP
$34,650
$35,670
$39,395
$53,300
Engine
3.7L V6 24-Valve DOHC
3.5L 6cyl
3.6L V6, DI, VVT
3.0 TFSI 6 Cylinder
Transmission
7-speed automatic
6 -Speed Automatic
8-speed automatic
8-speed automatic
Horsepower
325 hp @ 7000 rpm
279 hp
310 hp @ 6600 rpm
354 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
267 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
252 lb-ft
271 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
346 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
All the rivals are somewhat different in this regard with the Acura RDX giving a 3.5 liter version and the Cadillac and the Audi with 3.6 and 3.0 liters engine respectively. The good thing is that they generate almost equal power generations to go with it.
Acceleration
The underdog of the Infiniti does exceptionally well here with 5.8 seconds to cover 0-60 mph and 14.3 seconds to cover the quarter mile. What makes these figures even more impressive is that it is bettered by just the Audi.
Models
Infiniti QX50
Acura RDX SUV
Cadillac XT5 SUV
Audi SQ5 Premium Plus
0-60 MPH
5.8 sec
6.2 sec
6.6 sec
5.1 sec
Quarter mile
14.3 sec
14.0 sec
15.1 sec
13.1 sec
Engine
3.7L
3.5L
3.6L
3.0L
Emission
(Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year)
8.9
7.7
8.0
9.3
The Audi is expectedly the quickest, with the QX 50 not too far behind. The Acura is a close third while the Cadillac is a bit too far at 6.6 seconds.
Handling and Steering
This Infiniti does so well in this regard too. This is where the car feels alive with a smooth pickup and a steering wheel that requires minimal effort for turning.
This SUV is pretty agile across the road and is a beast across the road, especially the highway.
Braking
The 2020 Infiniti QX50 SUV braking does exceptionally well considering the acceleration that it has. It takes the least, a staggering 114 feet to stop from 60 mph.
Model
Infiniti QX50
Acura RDX SUV
Cadillac XT5 SUV
Audi SQ5 Premium Plus
Brake Front (in.)
12.6
12.3
13.6
15.0
Brake Rear (in.)
12.1
12.0
12.4
13.0
Curb Weight (lbs.)
3855
3737
3985
4442
60-0 MPH (ft.)
114
121
128
123
The Infiniti is top notch here too with insane figures. The second placed Acura is a bit too far at 121 feet, while the other two are thereabout too.
2020 Infiniti QX50 Fuel Economy
The 2020 Infiniti QX50 SUV gives a mileage of 17 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway. With a combined mpg of 20, this car is pretty good in this regard too, considering the bigger engine.
Model
Infiniti QX50
Acura RDX SUV
Cadillac XT5 SUV
Audi SQ5 Premium Plus
MPG (city)
17
20
19
17
MPG (highway)
24
28
27
24
MPG (combined)
20
23
22
19
The fuel thirsty Audi is at last in this regard, while the Infiniti is a close third. The Acura makes heads turn here with decent figures of 23 mpg combined.
2020 Infiniti QX50 Interior
8.5/10
Seating and Comfort
The 2020 Infiniti QX50 is a sports utility vehicle which accommodates 5 people. It provides heated and cooled seating as well. The passenger rear seats are also electrically powered. It also houses the driver- seat memory system settings, which shifts the seats as per the preference of the driver beforehand.
Model
Infiniti QX50
Acura RDX SUV
Cadillac XT5 SUV
Audi SQ5 Premium Plus
Passenger capacity
5
5
5
5
Front (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)
38.7/54.8/44.3
38.7/58.7/42.0
38.4/58.3/41.2
39.4/57.7/41.0
Second
(Head/Shoulder/Leg) (In.)
37.7/55.0/35.3
38.1/57.2/38.3
36.0/56.2/39.5
39.0/56.4/37.4
The seats are 8 way electronically powered providing ample support to the driver. They are power adjustable and heated. They are made of premium synthetic leather upholstery. Add to that leather wrapped steering wheel can be adjusted as per preference of the driver.
Interior Features
The interior features include:
Front Bucket Seats -inc: 8-way power adjustable front seats and 2-way driver power lumbar
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 2 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
HomeLink Garage Door Transmitter
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
Illuminated Locking Glove Box
Driver Foot Rest
Interior Trim -inc: Aluminum Instrument Panel Insert, Aluminum Door Panel Insert and Chrome/Aluminum Interior Accents
Full Cloth Headliner
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Leather/Aluminum Gear Shift Knob
Standard Leather Seat Trim
Infotainment
The infotainment system is easy to the eye and much better to use. It has a host of features which are pretty nicely placed on the dash.
However, it does have the basic features like:
Radio w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Speed Compensated Volume Control, Steering Wheel Controls and Radio Data System
Integrated Roof Diversity Antenna
3 LCD Monitors In The Front
AM/FM/CD Audio System -inc: 6-speaker w/4 USBs, INFINITI InTouch navigation w/upper 8" and lower 7" VGA LCD touch screens, INFINITI voice recognition for navigation, INFINITI InTouch services select w/4 year complimentary trial access to convenience services,
Cargo
The 2020 Infiniti QX 50 is not the best in this regard with a lowly 18.6 ft of space. However, it can easily hold a few duffle bags among others. It has a wide opening with a flat surface, which is good for inserting and removing those heavy bags.
Model
Infiniti QX50
Acura RDX SUV
Cadillac XT5 SUV
Audi SQ5 Premium Plus
Cargo Volume 3rd row up (ft.3)
18.6
26.1
N/A
29.1
Cargo Volume 2nd row up (ft.3)
18.6
26.1
30.0
29.1
Cargo Volume rear 2nd row folded (ft.3)
50.1
61.3
63.0
57.3
The others are way ahead in this regard with figures of around 27 ft, while the Infiniti is too far off the radar.
2020 Infiniti QX50 Exterior
Dimension and Weight
The 2020 Infiniti QX50SUV is one of the lightest car in this segment. However, it seems to have a pretty decent designing and the muscular design and sleek styling adds up to its overall styling.
Model
Infiniti QX50
Acura RDX SUV
Cadillac XT5 SUV
Audi SQ5 Premium Plus
Curb weight (lbs.)
3855
3737
3985
4442
Length(in)
186.8
184.4
189.5
183.0
Width(in)
71.0
73.7
75.0
75.2
Height(in)
62.7
65.0
66.0
65.3
Ground clearance (in)
6.9
5.4
7.8
8.2
Wheelbase (in)
113.4
105.7
112.5
110.5
Track width (in) F/R
60.4/61.0
63.1/63.4
64.4/64.4
64.2/64.0
The much maligned Audi is the best, but that was expected considering the class it has got. The dimensions of all these cars are pretty much comparable too with decent space on the inside in all of them.
The premium Audi has the best off roading nature as well with 8.2 inches of ground clearance. The Cadillac and the Infiniti are decent in this regard too, while the Acura lags in this part.
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Roof Rack Rails Only
Programmable Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Perimeter/Approach Lights
LED Brakelights
Front Fog Lamps
2020 Infiniti QX50 Safety
Safety Features
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3...
RearView Monitor Back-Up Camera
NHTSA Ratings
Overall rating
5 star
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5 star
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5 star
Overall side crash rating
5 star
Side barrier rating
5 star
Side pole rating driver front seat
5 star
Combined side rating rear seat
5 star
Rollover rating
4 star
Side barrier rating driver
5 star
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5 star
Combined side rating front seat
5 star
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5 star
2020 Infiniti QX50 Competition
Acura RDX SUV
The Acura, in simple terms is actually no match to the Infiniti QX 50. The powertrain is way better, so is the handling and the interiors. The Fuel economy and the trunk of the Acura is better though.
However, the mechanical aspects along with a much better ride quality, makes Infiniti the obvious winner.
Cadillac XT5 SUV
The fight between the Cadillac and the Infiniti is similar to that of the Acura. The powertrain and mechanical aspects of the Infiniti is way better, and so are the interiors.
However, again like in the case of the Acura, the Infinti scores on all the crucial aspects of an SUV and is a clear winner here too.
Audi SQ5 Premium
In practical aspects, these two are no match to each other. They belong to a different class altogether. The Audi is obviously premium class, while the Infiniti scores on all the aspects of a budget SUV.
2020 Infiniti QX50 Final Verdict
The 2020 Infiniti QX50SUV is a seriously good vehicle which can envy many, and quite expectedly, it scores over the Acura RDX and the Cadillac XT5 easily.
Now, the other comparison of the Audi with the Infiniti is a class difference altogether. While the much cheaper Infiniti has a much bigger engine with decent power output and interiors, the aura of Audi brags about its own different ways.
So, this is totally upon the buyers. A practical pick has to be the much cheaper Infiniti QX 50, while the Audi is an Audi!