Infiniti QX50: price, VC-Turbo engine, years and what's next

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The Infiniti QX50 is a two-row compact luxury SUV. The 2019-2025 model uses a 2.0L VC-Turbo engine rated 268 hp and 280 lb-ft with a CVT; the final 2025 QX50 came with standard AWD and cost $43,000 (PURE) to $51,200 (SPORT) before $1,350 destination. Infiniti says the QX50 concluded its production cycle in 2025.

Type
Two-row compact luxury SUV
Price (MSRP)
$43,000–$51,200 (2025 MY) · Final model year. MSRP excl. $1,350 destination and handling; Intelligent AWD standard on all three grades (PURE, LUXE, SPORT).[1]
Powertrains
QX50 VC-Turbo (2019–2025), QX50 3.7 (2014–2017) · 268–325 hp
Current generation
Second-generation QX50 (VC-Turbo), 2019–2025

2025 Infiniti QX50 price and trims

For 2025 the QX50 was streamlined to three grades, each with standard AWD. Infiniti says QX50 production concluded in 2025.[11][12][13]

Infiniti QX50 trims with 2025 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2025)Powertrain
PURE$43,000excl. $1,350 destination (2025 MY); AWD standard2.0L VC-Turbo inline-4 (268 hp, 280 lb-ft), CVT[11]
LUXE$46,300excl. $1,350 destination (2025 MY); AWD standard2.0L VC-Turbo inline-4 (268 hp, 280 lb-ft), CVT[11]
SPORT$51,200excl. $1,350 destination (2025 MY); AWD standard2.0L VC-Turbo inline-4 (268 hp, 280 lb-ft), CVT[11]

Every QX50 trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Infiniti QX50 engines, horsepower and mpg

EPA also lists a 2025 QX50 FWD at 23/29/26 mpg, but Infiniti's 2025 pricing release says AWD is standard on every grade. Infiniti's 2019 launch material rates the VC-Turbo at 268 hp at 5,600 rpm and 280 lb-ft at 1,600-4,800 rpm.

Infiniti QX50 powertrains with Infiniti-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
QX50 VC-Turbo (2019–2025)PURE, LUXE, SPORT2.0L Variable Compression Turbo (VC-Turbo) inline-4[2][3][1][4]268280XTRONIC CVT with paddle shiftersIntelligent AWD (FWD also offered 2019–2024)22/28/252025 MY[4]
QX50 3.7 (2014–2017)QX50, QX50 Journey3.7L V6[5]325—7-speed automaticRWD or AWD—

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

How the VC-Turbo works

The QX50 debuted Infiniti's Variable Compression Turbo, which Infiniti calls the world's first production-ready variable compression ratio engine. An electric motor and Harmonic Drive gear move a multi-link system that changes the pistons' top-dead-center position, so the compression ratio can sit anywhere between 8:1 for performance and 14:1 for efficiency.

Displacement changes slightly as it does so, from 1,997 cc at 8:1 to 1,970 cc at 14:1. In the QX50 the engine is rated 268 hp and 280 lb-ft and pairs with a CVT.[3][2]

Is the Infiniti QX50 discontinued?

Yes. In its January 2026 sales release Infiniti described 2025 as a year of planned sell-downs, as the QX50 and QX55 concluded their production cycle. EPA lists no 2026 QX50. Infiniti's two-row SUV for 2027 is the new QX65, priced from $53,990.[9][10]

Infiniti QX50 generations by year

Every US Infiniti QX50 generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
Second-generation QX50 (VC-Turbo)2019–20252.0L VC-Turbo, 268 hp / 280 lb-ft, CVTAll-new for 2019 on a new platform from $36,550, with the world's first production variable-compression engine. A SPORT grade arrived for 2023; the 2023-2024 AUTOGRAPH could tow up to 3,000 lbs. For 2025 the range shrank to PURE, LUXE and SPORT with standard AWD. Infiniti says production concluded in 2025.[3][6][7][8][1][9]
First-generation QX50 (formerly EX)2014–20173.7L V6, 325 hp, 7-speed automaticThe EX was renamed QX50 for 2014 with prices cut by $2,500, from $34,400. A longer, roomier QX50 followed for 2016. EPA lists no 2018 QX50.[5]

Infiniti QX50 problems and recalls

The most serious documented QX50 problem is recall 25V437, which covers 2019–2022 QX50s with the 2.0L VC-Turbo engine because bearing defects can lead to engine failure and, in some cases, an oil fire. Dealers reprogram the engine computer. Other QX50 recalls cover a knee air bag cover, steering knuckles, a door latch, a tire placard and driver air bag inflators.

Documented Infiniti QX50 issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
VC-Turbo engine bearings may fail (recall 25V437)[14]QX50 VC-Turbo (2019 onward)2019–2022Recall 25V437
Driver air bag inflator may absorb moisture (recall 24V154)[15]QX50 VC-Turbo (2019 onward)2023–2024Recall 24V154
Wrong front passenger door latch may stop the door locking (recall 23V187)[16]QX50 VC-Turbo (2019 onward)2022Recall 23V187
Steering knuckle or rear axle housing may be too weak (recall 21V402)[17]QX50 VC-Turbo (2019 onward)2021Recall 21V402
Tire and loading placard may be illegible (FMVSS 110) (recall 21V025)[18]QX50 VC-Turbo (2019 onward)2020Recall 21V025
Back-up camera image can be turned off in settings (FMVSS 111) (recall 19V654)[19]QX50 VC-Turbo (2019 onward)2019Recall 19V654
Knee air bag cover may detach in very cold crashes (recall 18V593)[20]QX50 VC-Turbo (2019 onward)2019Recall 18V593

All 7 documented QX50 issues and 7 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

MSRP is the starting point, not the transaction price. These CarWhere pages show buyer-reported prices and dealer invoice estimates for the Infiniti QX50.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Infiniti discontinuing the QX50?

Infiniti says the QX50 concluded its production cycle in 2025, and EPA lists no 2026 QX50. The 2025 model is the last.

How much was the 2025 Infiniti QX50?

$43,000 for the PURE, $46,300 for the LUXE and $51,200 for the SPORT, before $1,350 destination, all with standard AWD.

What engine is in the Infiniti QX50?

The 2019-2025 QX50 uses a 2.0L VC-Turbo four-cylinder rated 268 hp and 280 lb-ft with a CVT. The 2014-2017 QX50 used a 325-hp 3.7L V6.

What mpg does the QX50 get?

EPA rates the 2025 QX50 AWD at 22 city / 28 highway / 25 combined mpg.

Can the Infiniti QX50 tow?

Infiniti rated the 2023-2024 QX50 AUTOGRAPH to tow up to 3,000 lbs. Its 2025 release does not give a tow rating.

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. 2025 INFINITI QX50 pricing starts at $43,000 (Sep 17, 2024) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  2. 2022 INFINITI QX50 impresses with standard ProPILOT Assist and wireless Apple CarPlay (Dec 8, 2021) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  3. 2019 INFINITI QX50: a luxury crossover with world-first technologies (Nov 29, 2017) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  4. EPA fuel economy: 2025 Infiniti QX50 AWD — fueleconomy.gov (U.S. DOE / EPA)
  5. INFINITI announces U.S. pricing for 2014 QX80 full-size luxury SUV and 2014 QX50 luxury crossover — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  6. INFINITI announces reservation rewards program and U.S. pricing for 2019 QX50 (Jan 15, 2018) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  7. 2023 INFINITI QX50 arrives with new SPORT grade and starting MSRP of $40,300 (Sep 27, 2022) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  8. 2024 INFINITI QX50 pricing starts at $40,850 (Oct 18, 2023) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  9. INFINITI closes 2025 with record QX80 sales and segment-leading growth (Jan 5, 2026) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  10. All-new 2027 INFINITI QX65 arrives at retailers, on sale from $53,990 (May 12, 2026) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  11. 2025 INFINITI QX50 pricing starts at $43,000 (Sep 17, 2024) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  12. 2019 INFINITI QX50: a luxury crossover with world-first technologies (Nov 29, 2017) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  13. INFINITI closes 2025 with record QX80 sales and segment-leading growth (Jan 5, 2026) — INFINITI USA Newsroom (usa.infinitinews.com)
  14. Recall 25V437: Engine Failure — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  15. Recall 24V154: Inflator May Deploy Improperly — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  16. Recall 23V187: Incorrect Door Latch Installed — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  17. Recall 21V402: Steering Knuckle or Rear Axle Housing Can Deform — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  18. Recall 21V025: Tire and Loading Placard Illegible/FMVSS 110 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  19. Recall 19V654: No Back-Up Camera Display Image/FMVSS 111 — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)
  20. Recall 18V593: Air Bag Trim Separation during Deployment — NHTSA (via data.transportation.gov recall dataset)

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