DecodedCars2010 Infiniti FX50
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2010 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 5.0L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 14 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- 191.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,586 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 16 MPG combined, 13% below the 2010 SUV - average of 18.3 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 21 similar 2010 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2010 Infiniti FX50 is a SUV - offered with a 5.0L 8-cyl engine 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 4,586 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway), 13% worse than the 2010 SUV - average of 18.3 MPG, for an estimated $5,150 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2010
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2009 FX50 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2009; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2009 FX50 →
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 | 4,586 lb | 54/46 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FX50 | 5.0L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -13% | $5,150 | 555 |
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 FX50 under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2010 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Infiniti FX50 (this car) | 16 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 FX50.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2010 Infiniti FX50 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2010 Infiniti FX50 in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2010 Infiniti FX50 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- 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 FX50. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other FX50 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this →