2017 INFINITI QX50 Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Infiniti is expected to carry over its QX50 compact crossover into 2017, and this leaves most reviewers wondering if this 5-seat, 5-door CUV will ever be comprehensively updated. Sure, it sports impressive agility and plenty of grunt, but an aging profile, somewhat outdated technology features, tepid mileage numbers, and a mere 47.4 cubic feet of total cargo area (with only 18 cubic feet behind the rear seats) means the QX50 lags behind many of its rivals in utility and refinement.
In its defense, however, the QX50 did receive a stretched wheelbase for 2016, giving it 4.3 inches of added rear-seat legroom, along with a few tweaks to interior accents, some additions to the list of standard features, and a new options package. Furthermore, the Nissan 370Z-inspired sport-tuned suspension remains standard on the 2017 edition, which means the QX50 should be able to out-handle many of its competitors.
In any case, look for the 2017 QX50 to return offered in only a single Base trim packing standard rear-whee drive (RWD), while an optional full-time all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration gets you the Base AWD sub-trim. It should be noted that the AWD system is good for wintry highways but won’t get you very far off the beaten path.
A peppy 3.7-liter V6 powerplant returns, combining with a 7-speed shiftable automatic transmission to put out 325 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque. Fuel efficiency is anticipated to remain an unimpressive 17 mpg city/25 highway/20 combined with RWD and 17/24/20 with AWD.
Standard features aboard the upcoming year’s QX50 include 18-inch alloy wheels, keyless entry and ignition, and heated power-folding mirrors, with leather upholstery, heated power-adjustable front seats, and full power accessories in the interior. Further standard interior features include a 7-inch vehicle information display, cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering, a rear-view camera, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Bluetooth hands-free calling is also slated to return standard in the 2017 QX50, along with a single CD/MP3 player boasting 6 speakers, satellite radio, and an auxiliary audio input.
The optional Premium package returns for the upcoming year and features aluminum roof rails, advanced automatic climate control, a power-adjustable steering wheel, memory for driver settings, genuine maple cabin inserts, and premium Bose audio with 11 speakers. The available Premium Plus package, which debuted on the 2016 model, adds front and rear parking sensors, GPS navigation, and a surround-view camera system, while the Deluxe Touring package offers 19-inch alloy wheels, an upgraded dashboard setup, and power-folding second-row seats.
Standard safety equipment aboard the 2017 QX50 will again include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front side-mounted airbags, and front and rear head curtain airbags. Also included are front fog/driving lights and a remote antitheft alarm. Selecting the optional Technology package gets you adaptive cruise control, forward collision warnings, lane-keeping assistance, and a blind-spot monitor, while the available Deluxe Touring package again boasts adaptive high-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights.
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) gives the current QX50 a second-best 4 stars for rollover safety, while the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awards the 2016 QX50 its highest score of Good overall.
Expect the 2017 QX50 to arrive in dealer showrooms in late summer 2016, again rivaling vehicles like the Acura RDX, BMW X3, and Audi Q5.
User reviews for 2017 INFINITI QX50
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by William C
Apr 26, 2024
Very comfortable with a lot of nice features. Most surprising is the car’s performance as it uses the same engine as a Nissan 370z. Makes for a smooth and fun ride. Highly recommend it.Apr 26, 2024
by Fran V
Jan 25, 2024
Very exceptional purchase of a well taken care of vehicle. It had all I was looking forJan 25, 2024
by M J
Aug 29, 2022
I did like the vehicle except for the price it is priceyAug 29, 2022
User rating:
by William C
Apr 26, 2024
Very comfortable with a lot of nice features. Most surprising is the car’s performance as it uses the same engine as a Nissan 370z. Makes for a smooth and fun ride. Highly recommend it.Apr 26, 2024
by Fran V
Jan 25, 2024
Very exceptional purchase of a well taken care of vehicle. It had all I was looking forJan 25, 2024
by M J
Aug 29, 2022
I did like the vehicle except for the price it is priceyAug 29, 2022
by Anonymous
Jun 02, 2022
Love this car! The leather is beautiful and high quality., the Bose sound system is great, and sunroof is a fun feature. I do feel that the base radio leaves much to be desired and that it would have been worth putting the premium radio with navigation in as a standard option. Gas mileage is good for a V6 and all around a nice ride. Jun 02, 2022
by Christopher F
May 16, 2022
Missing AC seats blind spot monitor cross traffic alert May 16, 2022
by Diane W
Apr 23, 2022
I loved the car it was very well maintained and a car that holds value and still looks nice.Apr 23, 2022
by James W
Mar 15, 2022
Looks like it can make me look like a millionaire Mar 15, 2022
by George W
Mar 13, 2022
Vehicle was great , low kil., looked in great condition. Price is too high for being 5 years old with no warranty leftMar 13, 2022
by Kristen M
Mar 11, 2022
This car was leaking oil all over the engine…I wouldn’t touch it with a 10 foot pole!Mar 11, 2022
by Greg and Deb K
Jan 23, 2022
The vehicle was not very clean, as I found an onion ring on the floor as an example. The tires will need to be changed as we slip slides all over the place and there were some warning lights that came on. It would be a good vehicle for someone who can replace and repair basic things on the car, but it was not for us. Jan 23, 2022
by Cynzia L
Nov 10, 2021
Features are good, the value is good. Missing is the deluxe touring package Nov 10, 2021
by Anonymous
Oct 26, 2021
It is a very good looking car and comfortable inside .
Oct 26, 2021
by George C
Oct 11, 2021
Beautiful car. I can’t wait to purchase this car Oct 11, 2021
by Anonymous
Jul 01, 2021
Already had an older G37X in the family which my son drives and it still drives like a charm after 10 years. I sold my Audi A5 before I moved across country and needed a vehicle and saw this and loved it . More bells and whistles than my Audi A5 and the QX50 drives like a dream. and feel very safe in it.Jul 01, 2021
by John H
May 18, 2021
Great vehicle even though the infotainment seems a little dated. I think having actual buttons it nice. And the interior fit and finish is perfect. Also the engine V6 325hp is great. Should have this vehicle for many years to come.May 18, 2021
by Kevin B
Apr 09, 2021
Great price and features for a smaller luxury SUV. Apr 09, 2021
by enron m
Mar 08, 2021
It’s great value. I am not sure of the long term durability!!Mar 08, 2021
by Toni U
Jan 05, 2021
The car was great, alot of great features Jan 05, 2021
by Melinda S
Nov 29, 2020
Nice sporty car. Smaller than my trade in which was my objective. Has everything I need and more. Nov 29, 2020
by Anonymous
Nov 22, 2020
Car is excellent value. Fast, sleek, quiet, comfortable, nimble, and luxurious. Handles beautifully on paved roads; a bit firm on rough roads. Slightly out-dated interior. Poor gas mileage.Nov 22, 2020
by Anonymous
Oct 31, 2020
Love it! Great smooth ride. It was a great decision to bring this baby home.Oct 31, 2020
by Rylanda T
Aug 29, 2020
Really. enjoying my new vehicle. it was exactly like the pictures that was on Car Gurus and the feature in the car.Aug 29, 2020
by Todd B
Mar 11, 2020
The only other option I wish it came with was a powered tailgate Mar 11, 2020
by Melanie A
Feb 05, 2020
The ride was loud. Perhaps the tires? Cargo space was minimal. Liked it, but didn-t LOOOOOOOVE it!Feb 05, 2020
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2017 INFINITI QX50 Pricing
Original MSRP
$34,650 to $36,450Price range
$13,673 to $14,836Average price on CG
$13,673YoY price change
$14,735 to $13,673Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.6 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: dual level · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.13
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: Halogen · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: anti-trapping feature
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 17.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.1
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 8
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 12.1 · Rear brake width: 0.6 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: aluminum · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Center console: dual level · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): two 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.13 · Locking differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 130 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: polished aluminum · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Front fog lights: LED · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: power glass
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 16.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 22 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 8
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front