DecodedCars2010 Infiniti FX35
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 16 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- 191.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,308 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 22 similar 2010 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2010 Infiniti FX35 is a SUV - offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 191 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,308 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 8% worse than the 2010 SUV - average of 20.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2010
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2009 FX35 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2009; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2009 FX35 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 191.3 in | 76 in | 66.1 in | 113.8 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 4,308 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FX35 RWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 19 | -8% | $4,350 | 468 |
| FX35 AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | -2% | $4,550 | 494 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2010 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2010 Infiniti FX35 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2010 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Infiniti FX35 (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | 15 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2010 Porsche Cayenne | 16 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2010 BMW X5 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 19 |
| 2010 Lexus RX | 30 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2010 Volvo XC90 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2010 Audi Q7 | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Infiniti FX35.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2010 Infiniti FX35 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2010 Infiniti FX35 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Electrical System — 3 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Air Bags — 3 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 91,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2010 Infiniti FX35. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other FX35 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this →