DecodedCars2015 Infiniti QX70
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 3.7 4dr SUV AWD, 3.7 Sport 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 3.7L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 191.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,385–4,601 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints9 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 46 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 21% below the 2015 small SUV average of 24 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 24 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 Infiniti QX70 is a small SUV offered with a 3.7L 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 4,385 lb (3.7 4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 21% worse than the 2015 small SUV average of 24 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 9 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2015
- Engine dropped: 5.0L 8-cyl
Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 QX70 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.7 4dr SUV AWD | 191.3 in | 76 in | 66.1 in | 113.8 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 4,385 lb | 53/47 |
| 3.7 Sport 4dr SUV AWD | 191.3 in | 76 in | 66.1 in | 113.8 in | 64.6 / 64.6 in | 4,601 lb | 53/47 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QX70 RWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 19 | -21% | $4,350 | 457 |
| QX70 AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -20% | $4,550 | 486 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Infiniti QX70.
Similar 2015 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Infiniti QX70 (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Land Rover Range Rover | 24 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2015 Porsche Cayenne | 23 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2015 BMW X5 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2015 BMW X3 | 30 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2015 Lexus RX | 29 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2015 Audi Q7 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline · Nov 28, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V683000 · 133,592 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
- Fix
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Not every 2015 Infiniti QX70 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2015 Infiniti QX70 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Service Brakes — 3 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Seat Belts — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Exterior Lighting — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 448 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 2015 Infiniti QX70. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other QX70 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this →