Infiniti QX50

The Infiniti QX50, marketed also until 2013 as the Infiniti EX (North America) and Nissan Skyline Crossover (Japanese Domestic Market|JDM), is a front- or all-wheel drive, five passenger, five-door compact luxury crossover SUV, manufactured and marketed by Infiniti, Nissan's luxury division over three generations: one generation as the EX followed by two QX50 generations.

Infiniti QX50
Infiniti QX50 (J55)
Overview
Manufacturer	Nissan
Also called	Nissan Skyline Crossover (2007–2015) Infiniti EX (2007–2013)
Production	2007–2013 (EX) 2013–present (QX50)
Body and chassis
Class	Compact luxury crossover SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (until 2017) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (2017–present) Front-engine, four-wheel-drive

The EX (MY 2008-2013) was the first production automobile equipped a surround-view camera, marketed as Around View Monitor.

The first generation QX50 was a minor model update of the EX with its nameplate changed to QX50 to align with the marque's new Q and QX nomenclature introduced for model year 2013 (China) and model year 2015 (United States). The second-generation QX50 entered production in November 2017 as a 2019 model.

First generation (J50; 2007)

First generation
2008 Infiniti EX35
Overview
Model code	J50
Also called	Nissan Skyline Crossover Infiniti EX (2007–2013)
Production	2007–2013 (EX) 2013–2017 (QX50)
Model years	2008–2013 (EX) 2014–2017 (QX50)
Assembly	Japan: Kaminokawa, Tochigi (Nissan Tochigi Plant)
Designer	Tadayoshi Iida (2004, 2005)[1]
Body and chassis
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / all-wheel drive
Platform	Nissan FM platform
Related	Infiniti FX Infiniti G37/Nissan Skyline v36 Infiniti M/Nissan Fuga Y51 Nissan 370Z/Fairlady Z Z34
Powertrain
Engine	3.5 L VQ35HR V6 (gasoline) 3.7 L VQ37VHR V6 (gasoline) 3.0 L V9X V6 (turbodiesel)
Power output	320 hp (239 kW; 324 PS) (3.7 L gasoline) 235 hp (175 kW; 238 PS) (3.0 L diesel)
Transmission	7-speed automatic (Manual Shift-ability)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	110.2–113.4 in (2,799–2,880 mm)
Length	182.3 in (4,630 mm) 2015-17: 186.8 in (4,745 mm)
Width	71.0 in (1,803 mm)
Height	2013–15: 61.0 in (1,549 mm) 2015–17: 62.7 in (1,593 mm)

Infiniti EX

Infiniti EX Concept (2007)

Infiniti presented a preliminary concept for the EX at the 2007 New York Auto Show,^[2] notable for its surround-view camera (marketed as Around View Monitor), lane departure system, V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive, double-arch grille, large L-shaped headlights with adaptive front lighting system (AFS), integrated fog lights, LED taillights and an "arch" profile design.

EX35 (2007-2013)

Infiniti presented the EX35 production model at the 2007 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance,^[3] followed by Jamsil Olympic Stadium in Seoul.^[4]

North American model of the EX35 went on sale in December 2007 for model year 2008 — in rear- or all-wheel drive, using the Nissan FM platform. The EX35 was offered with a 297 hp (221 kW) 3.5 L V6 (VQ35HR) until it was rebadged in 2013 as EX37 with a 325 hp (242 kW) 3.7 L V6 (VQ37VHR). For the 2014 model year, Infiniti again rebadged all of its models, renaming the EX37 as QX50.

South Korean model went on sale in 2008-01-24 as 2008 model year vehicle.

EX37

European market

Infiniti EX37

2011 Infiniti EX

Infiniti EX37 interior

The Infiniti EX is sold as the EX37 in the European market. It debuted in Fall 2008. Japanese versions are badged as the Nissan Skyline Crossover.^[5]

EX30d

A new 3.0-liter V6 (V9X) diesel engine became available on the 2010 EX, FX and M models. The V6 engine delivers 240 hp (179 kW) and a peak torque of 550 N⋅m (410 lb⋅ft). The engine comes with a seven-speed automatic transmission.

The brand entered the European market with a new 3.0-liter V6 diesel. The engine was the first Diesel in the Infiniti brand's 20-year history. The engine produces 235 hp (175 kW) and 405 N⋅m (299 lb⋅ft) of torque.^[6]

European model went on sale as 2010 model year vehicle.

EX25

The VQ25HR V6 engine delivers 218 hp (163 kW) and peak torque of 253 N⋅m (187 lb⋅ft). The engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. It was launched at the 2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The EX25 Crossover is currently marketed only in China, Malaysia, Russia and Ukraine.

Engines

Model	Years	Type/code	Power	Torque
EX25	2010–2012	2.5 L V6 24-valve (VQ25HR)	218 hp (163 kW) @6,800rpm	185 lb⋅ft (251 N⋅m) @4,800rpm
EX37	2013–2014	3.7 L V6 24-valve (VQ37VHR)	325 hp (242 kW) @7,000rpm	267 lb⋅ft (362 N⋅m) @5,200rpm
EX35	2007-2012	3.5 L V6 24-valve (VQ35HR)	297 hp (221 kW) @6,800rpm	253 lb⋅ft (343 N⋅m) @4,800rpm
EX30d	2010–2014	3.0 L V6 24-valve (V9X)	235 hp (175 kW) @3,750rpm[6]	550 N⋅m (410 lb⋅ft) @1,750 rpm

Transmissions

Model	Years	Type
EX35	2007-2010	5-speed automatic
EX35	2011-2012	7-speed automatic
EX37	2013-2014
EX30d	2010-

Transmissions include manual shift mode that includes the option of sequentially selected manual gearshifts and Downshift Rev Matching (DRM). U.S. models include a choice of RWD or ATTESA E-TS AWD. Models sold in Canada, Europe include ATTESA E-TS AWD as standard.

The Infiniti EX35 line has a 0-60 mph (97 km/h) time of 5.8 - 6.2 seconds.^{[clarification needed]} The quarter mile is 14.6 seconds at 98 mph (158 km/h), and top speed is electronically limited to 144 mph (232 km/h). 70 mph (113 km/h) - 0 braking is a 166 feet (51 m). Roadholding is .83g.^[7]

Features

The EX was the first production automobile to offer a surround-view camera, marketed as Around View Monitor. The cameras are located at the front, back and sides of the vehicle and feed images to an image processing unit; those individual inputs are analyzed, synthesized to offer a synthetic, but positionally accurate, somewhat lifelike top-down view of the car and its surroundings.^[8][9]

The EX was one of the first production automobiles to feature "Scratch Shield," a "self-healing clearcoat paint. The paint self-repairs fine scratches, such as fingernail scratches under door handles, restoring the EX's surface close to the original state. The process, which takes anywhere from one day to one week (depending on the surrounding temperature and the depth of the scratch), is accomplished through the use of an elastic resin. It is combined with a conventional clearcoat to increase the paint's flexibility and strength by raising the resin density."^[3]

The EX was the second Infiniti production vehicle, following the 2008 Infiniti M series, to offer the Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system.^[10] This utilizes the electronic stability control system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position by applying gentle brake pressure on each wheel individually to generate intended movement. It sounds an alert and nudges the vehicle in the correct direction when lane departure is detected.^[11] It also applies braking actuation to bring vehicle back in the lane.^[10]

Infiniti QX50

QX50 (2013)

Pre-facelift rear

The vehicle was unveiled in the 2013 Nanjing Auto Show.^[12]

Middle East models went on sale as 2014 model year vehicle. Early models include VQ37VHR 3.7-liter V6 (326PS) engine with all wheel drive, 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode, DS mode with Downshift Rev Matching (DRM), and Adaptive Shift Control.^[13]

US models went on sale as 2014 model year vehicles. Early models included QX50, QX50 AWD, QX50 Journey and QX50 AWD Journey.^[14]

QX50L (2015)

The China model was set to go on sale in 2015.^[15]

Engines

Gasoline engines ^[16][17]

Model	Years	Type/code	Power	Torque
3.7 AWD (320PS)	2013?-	3,696 cc (226 cu in) V6 (Nissan VQ37VHR)	320 PS (235 kW; 316 hp) @7000rpm	360 N⋅m (266 lb⋅ft) @5200rpm
3.7 AWD (326PS)	2013?-		326 PS (240 kW; 322 hp) @7000rpm
3.7 (330PS)	2013?-		330 PS (243 kW; 325 hp) @7000rpm
3.7 AWD (330PS)	2013?-

Diesel engines

Model	Years	Type/code	Power	Torque
3.0d AWD	2013?-	2,993 cc (183 cu in) V6 turbo (V9X)	238 PS (175 kW; 235 hp) @3750rpm	550 N⋅m (406 lb⋅ft) @1750rpm

Transmissions

Gasoline engines

Model	Years	Types
3.7 AWD (320PS)	2013?-	electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
3.7 AWD (326PS)	2013?-

Diesel engines

Model	Years	Types
3.0d AWD	2013?-	electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Production

Production of the Chinese models of QX50L at Xiangyang plant in Hubei Province was set to begin in 2014.^[18][19][20]

Marketing

Infiniti QX50L was used as the actors' official passenger vehicle for the Where Are We Going? Dad (爸爸去哪儿) television series.^[21][22]

2015 update

QX50 (2015)

2015 facelift

Changes include overall length increased by 80 millimeters (3.1 inches), a redesigned grille and front bumper assembly that incorporate LED daylight running lights, optional automatically opened and closed tailgate hatch, optional full panoramic glass roof.

The vehicle was unveiled in the 2014 Guangzhou motor show, followed by the 2015 New York Auto Show.^[23]

Delivery of China model began in February 2015.^[24]

US models went on sale as 2016 model year vehicle. Early models included 3.7, 3.7 AWD.^[25]

Engines

Gasoline engines

Model	Years	Type/code	Power	Torque
3.7 (330PS)	2015?-	3,696 cc (226 cu in) V6 (Nissan VQ37VHR)	330 PS (243 kW; 325 hp) @7000rpm	360 N⋅m (266 lb⋅ft) @5200rpm
3.7 AWD (330PS)	2015?-

Transmissions

Gasoline engines

Model	Years	Types
3.7 (330PS)	2015?-	electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
3.7 AWD (330PS)	2015?-

Second generation (J55; 2019)

Second generation
Overview
Model code	J55
Also called	Infiniti QX55
Production	November 2017 – present[26]
Model years	2019–present (QX50) 2022–present (QX55)
Assembly	Mexico: Aguascalientes (COMPAS) China: Dalian (Dongfeng Nissan)
Designer	Shiro Nakamura (2014)
Body and chassis
Body style	5-door SUV (QX50) 5-door coupé SUV (QX55)
Layout	Front engine, front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive
Related	SWM G01
Powertrain
Engine	2.0 L KR20DDET turbo I4 (gasoline)
Power output	268 hp (200 kW; 272 PS)
Transmission	Xtronic CVT
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,800 mm (110.2 in)
Length	4,700 mm (185.0 in)
Width	1,902 mm (74.9 in)
Height	1,676 mm (66.0 in)

Rear view

The production version of the second-generation QX50 was presented at the 2017 LA Auto Show as a 2019 model with a turbocharged 2.0 L KR20DDET gasoline engine using Nissan's VC-T variable compression ratio system.

Production of the QX50 began in November 2017 at COMPAS, a Nissan and Daimler AG's joint plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico.^[27]

QX55

Introduced in the first quarter of 2021 for the 2022 model year, the QX55 is a "coupé SUV" version of the QX50 with a more sloped roof design. Infiniti intends it to be the spiritual successor to the FX.^[28][29]

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  2022 Infiniti QX55
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  2022 Infiniti QX55
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  Infiniti QX55 Interior

QX Sport Inspiration Concept (2016)

It included 21-inch wheels, black and white interior upholstery.

The vehicle was unveiled in the 2016 Beijing Motor Show,^[30] followed by the 2016 Paris Motor Show (with gray body color, 22-inch wheels in bronze, brown leather interior upholstery, 2.0-liter inline-four variable compression engine with compression ratio between 8:1 and 14:1),^[31] 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show (with black and white interior upholstery).^[32]

QX50 Concept (2017)

It included a 2.0-liter inline-four variable compression engine with compression ratio between 8:1 and 14:1, front-drive platform.^[33]

The vehicle was unveiled in the 2017 North American International Auto Show.^[34][35][36]

KR20DDT engine NHTSA investigation

On December 13, 2023, the NHTSA opened an investigation into customer complaints of engine failure in the Nissan's KR15DDT and KR20DDET engines, the latter being used in the J55 QX50. The complaints allege engine failure, loss of motive power, engine knock, or noise and/or metal chunks and shavings being found in the oil pan of vehicles with these engines.^[37] The cause appears to be seizures and damages to the main bearings and L-links.^[38] Nissan stated that they are attempting to address these failures by changing their manufacturing process.^[38]

Safety

QX50

The 2020 QX50 was tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.^[39]

IIHS scores

Moderate overlap front	Good
Side (original test)	Good
Headlights	Acceptable Marginal	varies by trim/option
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle)	Superior

QX55

The 2022 QX55 was tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. ^[40]

IIHS scores

Moderate overlap front	Good

Sales

Calendar year	QX50		QX55
	US[41]	Canada[41]	US	Canada
2015	5,468	2,283
2016	16,973	2,326
2017	16,857	1,812
2018	25,389	2,881
2019	18,616	3,515
2020	20,885	1,897
2021	19,195[42]	2,158[43]
2022	11,105[42]	1,183[43]	5,106	728
2023	9,941[44]	812[45]	5,418	501

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External links

• Infiniti QX Sport Inspiration: English
• Infiniti QX50: global, UK

Press kit:

• USA: 2014 USA, 2015 USA, 2016 USA