DecodedCars2016 Infiniti QX70
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 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
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints1 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 33 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 23% below the 2016 small SUV average of 24.6 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 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), 23% worse than the 2016 small SUV average of 24.6 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 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 QX70 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 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 | -23% | $4,350 | 457 |
| QX70 AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -22% | $4,550 | 486 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2016 Infiniti QX70.
Similar 2016 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Infiniti QX70 (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Porsche Cayenne | 24 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2016 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2016 BMW X3 | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2016 Lexus RX | 30 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2016 Volvo XC90 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2016 Tesla Model X | 289 mi | Not rated | 12 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Infiniti QX70.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Infiniti QX70 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Infiniti QX70 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Seat Belts — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 1,000 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 2016 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 →