DecodedCars2015 Infiniti QX50
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- AWD 4dr Cuv
- Engines
- 3.7L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 17 city / 25 hwy
- Length
- 182.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,017 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 27% below the 2015 small station wagon average of 27.5 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 Infiniti QX50 is a small station wagon offered with a 3.7L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 182 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 110-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,017 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway), 27% worse than the 2015 small station wagon average of 27.5 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 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 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the exterior lighting.
What changed for 2015
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2014 QX50 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 QX50 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD 4dr Cuv | 182.3 in | 70.9 in | 61.8 in | 110.2 in | 60.2 / 60.2 in | 4,017 lb | 54/46 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QX50 | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | -27% | $4,100 | 450 |
| QX50 AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | -27% | $4,100 | 448 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Infiniti QX50 SW AWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 13% |
| 2015 Infiniti QX50 SW RWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 13% |
Similar 2015 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Infiniti QX50 (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 Audi Allroad | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Infiniti QX50.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2015 Infiniti QX50 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2015 Infiniti QX50 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Exterior Lighting — 1 owner reports. Check all exterior lights, wipers and the windshield for cracks.
- Power Train — 1 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 46,000 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 2015 Infiniti QX50. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other QX50 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 5 |
| 2023 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 4 |
| 2022 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 17 |
| 2021 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 41 |
| 2020 QX50 | 26 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 33 |
| 2019 QX50 | 27 | 185 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 145 |
| 2017 QX50 | 20 | 186.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 13 |
| 2016 QX50 | 20 | 186.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 19 |
| 2014 QX50 | 20 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this →