DecodedCars2017 Infiniti QX50
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 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, 31% below the 2017 small station wagon average of 29 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 2017 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), 31% worse than the 2017 small station wagon average of 29 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 13 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the air bags.
What changed for 2017
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2016 QX50 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2016; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2016 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 | -31% | $4,100 | 445 |
| QX50 AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S7) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 24 / 20 | -31% | $4,100 | 453 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Infiniti QX50 SW RWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 13% |
| 2017 Infiniti QX50 SW AWD | Not rated | Not rated | –★ / –★ | Not rated | Not rated | ★★★★★ | 13% |
Similar 2017 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Infiniti QX50 (this car) | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Volvo V60 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2017 Volvo V90 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Infiniti QX50.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2017 Infiniti QX50 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2017 Infiniti QX50 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Air Bags — 3 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Service Brakes — 2 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Structure › Body — 2 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 23,000 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 2017 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 |
| 2016 QX50 | 20 | 186.6 in | Not rated | 0 | 19 |
| 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 →