DecodedCars2023 Infiniti QX50
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 23 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 185 in
- Curb weight
- 4,173 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 30 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Infiniti QX50 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,173 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 29 highway), 5% worse than the 2023 small SUV average of 27.4 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 QX50 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 QX50 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 185 in | 75.2 in | 66.1 in | 110.2 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 4,173 lb | 59/41 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QX50 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 26 | -5% | $3,150 | 343 |
| QX50 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 25 | 0% | $3,300 | 357 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Infiniti QX50 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 14.7% |
| 2023 Infiniti QX50 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.5% |
Similar 2023 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Infiniti QX50 (this car) | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2023 Tesla Model Y | 330 mi | Not rated | 17 |
| 2023 BMW X3 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2023 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2023 Volvo XC90 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2023 Porsche Macan | 21 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
Recalls (1)
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Feb 27, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V154000 · 351 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
- Risk
- An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
Not every 2023 Infiniti QX50 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Infiniti QX50 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Power Train — 2 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump — 1 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Software › Pedestrian/Cyclist/Object/Obstacle/ Recognition — 1 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 62,018 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 2023 Infiniti QX50. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other QX50 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 4 |
| 2022 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 17 |
| 2021 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 41 |
| 2020 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 33 |
| 2019 QX50 | 27 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 145 |
| 2017 QX50 | 20 | 186.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 13 |
| 2016 QX50 | 20 | 186.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 19 |
| 2015 QX50 | 20 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 QX50 | 20 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this →