2017 INFINITI QX70 Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$45,850 to $47,650

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After standing pat on its sporty QX70 for the current model year, Infinity has mildly upgraded this handsome compact luxury crossover for 2017. Though the 5-passenger, 5-door QX70 remains long on looks, performance, and handling, it still comes up a bit short on utility and ride comfort compared to many rivals in this expending market, according to most in the media. Despite this, the QX70 is a solid choice if you’re looking for some driving panache in your commute or a plush ride to the theater.

Expect the 2017 QX70 to return in the Base (with standard rear-wheel drive) and Base AWD (full-time all-wheel-drive) trims, with a new premium-level Limited (and Limited AWD) trim that mirrors the Japanese automaker’s QX80 Limited, which debuted in 2016. The folks at Infiniti claim the brand-new QX70 Limited will give this luxury mini-ute a boost in exclusivity with its enhanced styling and comfort features--but the Limited's performance will be similar to that of the Base. The 2017 QX70 will also feature the new mesh grille that’s slated to be introduced across the Infiniti lineup.

Although the 2017 QX70 is slated to retain its sleek profile, the sloping roofline again limits rear-seat headroom and cargo space, which remains 62 cubic feet with the rear seatbacks folded.

Look for the 2017 QX70 stable to tote a 3.7-liter normally aspirated V6 that puts out 325 hp and 267 lb-ft of torque. A 7-speed shiftable automatic transmission and a sport-tuned suspension also return standard. Expect mileage figures in the RWD QX70 versions to mirror 2016’s 17 mpg city/24 highway/19 combined, with the AWD variants again estimated at 16/22/18.

Exterior adornments on the 2017 QX70 Base trims are slated to include 18-inch alloy wheels, a power sunroof, heated power-folding mirrors, and a power liftgate, with the new Limited trim anticipated to add standard 21-inch aluminum wheels, as well as unique badges and styling cues.

Inside, look for the QX70 Base to return sporting standard leather upholstery, heated power-adjustable front seats, full power accessories, cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering, a remote garage door opener, dual-zone automatic climate control, a rear-view camera, and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror. Meanwhile, the new Limited is expected to add ventilated front seats, genuine wood cabin accents, and aluminum pedals.

Expect techno-goodies and entertainment features in both the Base and the new Limited QX70 to include Bluetooth hands-free calling and a 7-inch touchscreen display for the upcoming year, along with a CD player hosting 11 Bose premium speakers, satellite radio, two USB ports, and an auxiliary audio input.

The QX70 Limited is also scheduled to come with a number of standard features that are presently listed as options aboard the Base trims. Additional optional equipment available on both the Base and Limited includes aluminum roof rails, memory for driver settings, a power-adjustable steering wheel, GPS navigation with an 8-inch display, an around-view camera system, front and rear parking sensors, and Bluetooth audio streaming.

Standard safety equipment aboard the QX70 for 2017 is scheduled to include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front side-mounted airbags, front and rear head curtain airbags, daytime running lights, turn-signal-integrated mirrors, front fog/driving lights (LED fog lights on the Limited), and a remote antitheft alarm. The optional Technology package includes additional safety equipment like adaptive high-intensity-discharge (HID) headlights, adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and forward collision warning with an automatic braking feature.

Government crash-test data is unavailable for the current QX70, but the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gave the crossover its highest overall score of Good for 2016.

Look for Infiniti’s 2017 QX70 to go on sale in late summer 2016, with challengers expected to include BMW’s X3 and Porsche’s Macan, both of which offer more interior room than the Infiniti. The Acura MDX and Volvo XC90 both pack an additional row of seating, while Mercedes-Benz’s GLE Coupe offers high-end Euro-styling and comfort.

Published May 31, 2022 by Eric Tallberg

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by Daniel Y
Jun 03, 2024
It’s very dirty inside engine compartment and spare tire storage area , full of withered and rotten plants . The car seems from an abandoned area.Jun 03, 2024
by andre s
Mar 12, 2024
Love it very good winter car never failed me have a little zip if you need it you know Mar 12, 2024
by Frank V
Mar 09, 2024
The car was in great condition and the interior was great tires was newMar 09, 2024

2017 INFINITI QX70 Pricing

Original MSRP
$45,850 to $47,650
Price range
$14,017 to $15,816
Average price on CG
$14,257
YoY price change
$15,725 to $14,257

Trims & 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: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 300 watts

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: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage · 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 · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 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 · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.36

Engine

Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · 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: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt/slide

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: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

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 · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 9 · 300 watts

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: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10

Drivetrain

4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.69 · Locking differential: center

Engine

Alternator: 150 amps · Battery: maintenance-free

Exterior Features

Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: stainless-steel · 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: power operated · 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

Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: one-touch open/close

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: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Security

Power door locks: anti-lockout

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel

Steering

Steering ratio: 16.1 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.0

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Windows

Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass: front

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