EFFICIENCY MEETS POWER
Experience the ultimate blend of performance, efficiency, and handling. Transforming on demand, the all new QX50 continuously adapts to your drive to give you the response you need.
VC-Turbo Engine
The all new QX50’s world’s first production-ready VC-Turbo engine represents over 20 years of development.
The compromise between power and efficiency is over. By physically transforming, the four-cylinder 2.0-liter engine produces your choice of either thrilling sports responsiveness or eco-friendly efficiency.
Instantly adapting to your needs, the VC-Turbo lets you harness the exhilarating performance of 268 hp and 380 nm at 4,400 rpm of torque, or achieve lower fuel costs and a green conscience.
Handling
Point QX50 where you want to go, and it responds. Enjoy precise, smooth, and effortless driving with a multitude of drive and handling technologies.
The QX50 responds to changing road conditions by sending anywhere from zero to 50% of power to the rear wheels. So you get four-wheel drive traction when you need it, front-wheel drive efficiency when you don’t.
The QX50 helps give you a more comfortable drive with responsive handling and balance. Its low density but high tensile strength helps improve driver control, while also enhancing passenger protection.
The QX50 helps give you a smooth ride by isolating unpleasant bumps and vibrations. All while you harness improved handling with reduced negative body motion when turning and braking.
XTRONIC CVT gearbox
The QX50 replaces traditional gears with a Continuously Variable Transition (CVT) gearbox. It constantly adjusts to your drive, with a seamless response to acceleration. You immediately get the power you want, along with improved fuel efficiency.
Zero-lift aerodynamics
Front and rear zero-lift aerodynamics give The QX50 faster straight-line acceleration, increased fuel efficiency, and lower wind noise inside the cabin.
Performance Technologies
The all new QX50's innovative driver aids intelligently adapt to your drive.
Set your speed and following distance, then let Intelligent Cruise Control maintain and automatically adjust your speed. It adapts to the traffic flow — even coming to a complete stop if needed. [[64]]
Distance Control Assist helps you slow while in heavy traffic by pushing back on the acceleration pedal, making sure you stay a pre-set distance from the vehicle ahead. [[27]]
Drive Mode Selector
The INFINITI Drive Mode Selector lets you adjust the all new QX50’s performance to suit your needs. Each of the four modes alter engine output, accelerator response, gear shifts, and steering response with the touch of a button.
Standard Mode
Expect thrilling performance or choose impressive economy from the VC-Turbo. Its standard engine output, throttle response, and shift points give you a good balance for everyday driving.
ECO Mode
Focused on improving fuel efficiency, a reduced engine output, relaxed throttle, and lower shift points offer you a more enjoyable ride with the best combined fuel efficiency in its class. [[68]]
Sport Mode
Up the ante. Raise your pulse. Increased engine output, tighter throttle response, higher shift points, and weighted steering deliver that sports car feel.
Personal Mode
A driving experience completely controlled by you. Fine tune the engine, transmission, and steering settings to your personal preference for an entirely unique driving experience.
◉ STANDARD ◯ OPTIONAL – NOT AVAILABLE
| PERFORMANCE |
QX50 LUXE |
QX50 LUXE ESSENTIAL ProASSIST | QX50 LUXE SENSORY ProASSIST |
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| 2.0L VC-Turbo 4-cylinder engine (Variable Compression Turbo) | ◉ |
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| Continuously Variable Transmission with manual shift mode |
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| INFINITI Intelligent All-Wheel Drive |
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| INFINITI Drive Mode Selector |
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