Infiniti Q50: price, Red Sport 400, engines by year and what happened after 2024

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The Infiniti Q50 is a rear- or all-wheel-drive sport sedan sold in the US for the 2014 through 2024 model years; Infiniti says its production ended in 2024, so there is no 2025 or 2026 Q50. The final 2024 Q50 was priced from $43,050 (LUXE) to $56,900 (RED SPORT 400) before $1,150 destination, with a 3.0L twin-turbo V6 making 300 hp, or 400 hp in the RED SPORT 400.

Type
Four-door luxury sport sedan (RWD or AWD)
Price (MSRP)
$43,050–$56,900 (2024 MY) · Final model year. MSRP excl. $1,150 destination and handling. Prices are RWD; Intelligent AWD adds $2,000 on every grade. Lowest = LUXE, highest = RED SPORT 400 (RWD).[1]
Powertrains
Q50 LUXE / SENSORY (2024), Q50 RED SPORT 400 (2024), Q50 3.7 (2014-2015), Q50 Hybrid (2014-2018), Q50 2.0t (2016-2019) · 208–400 hp
Current generation
Q50 (only generation), 2014–2024

2024 Infiniti Q50 price and trims

For 2024 Infiniti trimmed the Q50 to three grades, all with a 7-speed automatic and standard RWD or optional Intelligent AWD. The RED SPORT 400 could add a $2,200 Black Opal Edition package. Infiniti ended Q50 production in 2024.[16][17]

Infiniti Q50 trims with 2024 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2024)Powertrain
LUXE$43,050excl. $1,150 destination (2024 MY); RWD price, Intelligent AWD +$2,0003.0L VR-series twin-turbo V6 (300 hp, 295 lb-ft)[16]
SENSORY$48,750excl. $1,150 destination (2024 MY); RWD price, Intelligent AWD +$2,0003.0L VR-series twin-turbo V6 (300 hp, 295 lb-ft)[16]
RED SPORT 400$56,900excl. $1,150 destination (2024 MY); RWD price, Intelligent AWD +$2,0003.0L VR-series twin-turbo V6, high output (400 hp, 350 lb-ft)[16]

Every Q50 trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Infiniti Q50 engines, horsepower and mpg

Hybrid output is Infiniti's net system figure (the V6 alone is rated 302 hp and 258 lb-ft; the motor 67 hp and 214 lb-ft). Year spans for the 3.7, Hybrid and 2.0t rows are the model years in which EPA lists those engines for the Q50. EPA rates the 2024 Q50 AWD at 19/27/22 mpg and the Red Sport AWD at 19/26/22.

Infiniti Q50 powertrains with Infiniti-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
Q50 LUXE / SENSORY (2024)LUXE, SENSORY3.0L VR-series twin-turbo V6[1][2][3]3002957-speed automaticRWD or Intelligent AWD20/29/232024 MY[2]
Q50 RED SPORT 400 (2024)RED SPORT 4003.0L VR-series twin-turbo V6 (high output)[1][4][5][6]4003507-speed automaticRWD or Intelligent AWD20/26/222024 MY[5]
Q50 3.7 (2014-2015)Q50 3.7, Q50 3.7 Premium, Q50S 3.73.7L VQ-series V6[7][8][9]328—7-speed automaticRWD or AWD20/29/232015 MY[9]
Q50 Hybrid (2014-2018)Q50 Hybrid Premium, Q50S Hybrid3.5L V6 + 50 kW electric motor (Direct Response Hybrid)[7][10][11]360—7-speed automaticRWD or AWD29/36/312015 MY[11]
Q50 2.0t (2016-2019)Q50 2.0t, Q50 2.0t Premium2.0L turbo inline-4[10][12]2082587-speed automaticRWD or AWD23/31/262016 MY[12]

Output is as rated by Infiniti; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

Q50 300 hp vs Red Sport 400 (2024)

Both final-year Q50s use the same 3.0L twin-turbo V6 and 7-speed automatic; the Red Sport 400 adds power and chassis hardware.[1][2][5]

Q50 300 hp vs Red Sport 400 (2024)
LUXE / SENSORYRED SPORT 400
Horsepower300 hp400 hp
Torque295 lb-ft350 lb-ft
Base MSRP (RWD)$43,050 / $48,750$56,900
AWD+$2,000+$2,000
EPA mpg RWD (city/hwy/comb)20/29/2320/26/22
BrakesStandard4-piston front / 2-piston rear
SuspensionStandardDynamic Digital Suspension
  • The Red Sport costs $8,150 more than a SENSORY and gives up 3 mpg on the highway.
  • Fuel economy in mixed driving is within 1 mpg combined.

Q50 Red Sport 400: what the extra 100 hp comes with

The Red Sport 400 arrived for 2016 as the top Q50. It uses a high-output version of the 3.0L VR-series twin-turbo V6 rated 400 hp and 350 lb-ft, against 300 hp and 295 lb-ft in other Q50s. Infiniti priced the first one at $47,950 with rear-wheel drive and $49,950 with AWD.

On the 2024 car, the last model year, the RED SPORT 400 started at $56,900. Infiniti lists uprated brakes with four-piston front and two-piston rear calipers, exclusive 19-inch wheels and Dynamic Digital Suspension as the main hardware changes. A Black Opal Edition package cost $2,200.

  • 400 hp / 350 lb-ft vs 300 hp / 295 lb-ft
  • Sport brakes: 4-piston front, 2-piston rear calipers
  • Dynamic Digital Suspension (adaptive damping)
  • Exclusive 19-inch wheels
  • EPA 20/26/22 mpg (2024 RWD) vs 20/29/23 for the 300-hp car
  • [4][1][2][5]

Is there a 2025 or 2026 Infiniti Q50?

No. In its January 2026 sales release, Infiniti said Q50 sales declined following the sedan's 2024 production end. The 2025 lineup release names only the QX80, QX60, QX55 and QX50, and EPA lists no Q50 after the 2024 model year.

Infiniti has said a performance-oriented V6 sedan is part of its future product plan, but it has not given that car a name, price or date.[13][14][15]

Early Q50s: 3.7 V6 and Hybrid (2014–2015)

The first Q50s used a 328-hp 3.7L VQ-series V6 or a hybrid that pairs a 3.5L V6 with a 50 kW electric motor for 360 hp net. Infiniti launched the 2014 Q50 3.7 at $36,700 and the Q50 Hybrid Premium at $43,950.

EPA rates the 2015 Q50 3.7 at 20/29/23 mpg and the 2015 Hybrid at 29/36/31 mpg with rear-wheel drive. From 2016 the 3.7 was replaced by the 3.0L twin-turbo V6.[8][7][4][9][11]

Infiniti Q50 generations by year

Every US Infiniti Q50 generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
Q50 (only generation)2014–20243.7L V6 (328 hp) and 3.5L hybrid (360 hp net) at launch; 2.0L turbo-4 (208 hp), 3.0L twin-turbo V6 (300 hp) and Red Sport 400 (400 hp) from 2016Launched for 2014 at $36,700 with world-first Direct Adaptive Steering. The 2016 model year added three turbocharged engines, and the VR-series 3.0L replaced the 3.7L VQ V6. Late Q50s were sold as LUXE, SENSORY and RED SPORT 400. Infiniti says Q50 production ended in 2024; its 2025 lineup release covers only SUVs.[8][4][10][1][13][14]

Infiniti Q50 problems and recalls

The Q50 recall with the widest reach is 24V470, which replaces driveshafts that can fatigue and break on two-wheel-drive 2014–2018 models. Early cars with Direct Adaptive Steering, the Q50's steer-by-wire system, got two steering software recalls, and the 2014 Q50 Hybrid had three hybrid-system recalls. Later issues include 2.0L fuel pump software stalls, a 2021 engine computer stall and rear camera software.

Documented Infiniti Q50 issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
Driveshaft can fatigue and break (2WD) (recall 24V470)[18]Q50 (2014 onward)2014–2018Recall 24V470
Rear camera image may not display (FMVSS 111) (recall 21V599)[19]Q50 (2014 onward)2021Recall 21V599
Steering knuckle or rear axle housing may be too weak (recall 21V402)[20]Q50 (2014 onward)2021Recall 21V402
Engine computer may cut fuel after hard acceleration and stall (recall 21V234)[21]Q50 (2014 onward)2021Recall 21V234
Back-up camera image can be turned off in settings (FMVSS 111) (recall 19V654)[22]Q50 (2014 onward)2018–2019Recall 19V654
Driver air bag inflator may have weak welds (recall 17V571)[23]Q50 (2014 onward)2017Recall 17V571
Fuel pump software may let the 2.0L engine stall (recall 17V476)[24]Q50 (2014 onward)2016–2018Recall 17V476
Direct Adaptive Steering start-up error can alter steering response (recall 16V430)[25]Q50 (2014 onward)2014–2016Recall 16V430

All 14 documented Q50 issues and 14 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

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Frequently asked questions

What was the last model year of the Infiniti Q50?

2024. Infiniti said Q50 production ended in 2024, its 2025 lineup includes only SUVs, and EPA lists no Q50 after 2024.

How much did the 2024 Infiniti Q50 cost?

The 2024 Q50 started at $43,050 for the LUXE, $48,750 for the SENSORY and $56,900 for the RED SPORT 400, before $1,150 destination. AWD added $2,000 on each grade.

How much horsepower does the Q50 Red Sport 400 have?

400 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque from a 3.0L twin-turbo V6. Other 2016-2024 Q50s with that engine make 300 hp and 295 lb-ft.

What mpg does the Infiniti Q50 get?

EPA rates the 2024 Q50 at 20 city / 29 highway / 23 combined mpg with RWD and the Red Sport at 20/26/22. The 2015 Q50 Hybrid was rated 29/36/31.

Was there a Q50 hybrid?

Yes. The Q50 Hybrid paired a 3.5L V6 with a 50 kW motor for 360 hp net and was listed by EPA from 2014 through 2018.

When was the Infiniti Q50 released?

The Q50 went on sale for the 2014 model year in summer 2013, starting at $36,700 for the 3.7L V6 model.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Infiniti for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. 2024 INFINITI Q50 pricing starts at $43,050 MSRP (Dec 14, 2023) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  2. EPA fuel economy: 2024 Infiniti Q50 (RWD, 3.0L twin-turbo) — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  3. EPA fuel economy: 2024 Infiniti Q50 AWD — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  4. INFINITI announces U.S. pricing for 2016 Q50 Red Sport 400 (Apr 8, 2016) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  5. EPA fuel economy: 2024 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport (RWD) — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  6. EPA fuel economy: 2024 Infiniti Q50 Red Sport AWD — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  7. INFINITI announces U.S. pricing for 2015 Q50, again offered in 3.7-liter V6 and 3.5-liter Hybrid models (Oct 8, 2014) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  8. INFINITI announces $36,700 U.S. MSRP for all-new Q50 (Jun 25, 2013) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  9. EPA fuel economy: 2015 Infiniti Q50 (3.7L V6, RWD) — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  10. INFINITI announces U.S. pricing for 2016 Q50 2.0t and Q50 Hybrid Premium (Mar 8, 2016) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  11. EPA fuel economy: 2015 Infiniti Q50 Hybrid (RWD) — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  12. EPA fuel economy: 2016 Infiniti Q50 (2.0L turbo, RWD) — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  13. INFINITI closes 2025 with record QX80 sales and segment-leading growth (Jan 5, 2026) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  14. What's new: model year 2025 INFINITI lineup (Aug 20, 2024) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  15. Nissan Vision event: INFINITI a key pillar of Nissan global strategy (Apr 14, 2026) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  16. 2024 INFINITI Q50 pricing starts at $43,050 MSRP (Dec 14, 2023) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  17. INFINITI closes 2025 with record QX80 sales and segment-leading growth (Jan 5, 2026) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  18. Recall 24V470: Driveshaft Can Break — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  19. Recall 21V599: Rear-view Camera Image May Not Display/FMVSS 111 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  20. Recall 21V402: Steering Knuckle or Rear Axle Housing Can Deform — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  21. Recall 21V234: Engine Control Module May Cause Stall — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  22. Recall 19V654: No Back-Up Camera Display Image/FMVSS 111 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  23. Recall 17V571: Insufficient Welds on Air Bag Inflator — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  24. Recall 17V476: Fuel Pump Control Module Software may cause Stall — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  25. Recall 16V430: Software May Reduce Steering Ability — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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