DecodedCars2016 Infiniti QX50
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- AWD 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 3.7L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 20 combined · 17 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 186.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4,028 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 2016 small station wagon average of 27.4 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 2016 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 187 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,028 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway), 27% worse than the 2016 small station wagon average of 27.4 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 19 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2016
- New body dimensions: 4.3 in longer, wheelbase +3.2 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 QX50 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD 4dr SUV | 186.6 in | 70.9 in | 63.4 in | 113.4 in | 60.2 / 60.6 in | 4,028 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 / 24 / 20 | -27% | $4,100 | 448 |
| QX50 AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | -27% | $4,100 | 452 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Infiniti QX50 SW RWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 13% |
| 2016 Infiniti QX50 SW AWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 13% |
Similar 2016 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Infiniti QX50 (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Volvo V60 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2016 Audi Allroad | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Infiniti QX50.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Infiniti QX50 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Infiniti QX50 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Engine — 5 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 3 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 50,900 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 2016 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 |
| 2015 QX50 | 20 | 182.3 in | Not rated | 0 | 2 |
| 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 →