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2016 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Premium

The 2016 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Premium is a 300-hp 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with a 7-speed automatic w/sport mode and downshift rev matching and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $39,900 MSRP and is rated at 24 mpg combined.

It makes 300 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 1600-5200 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (24 mpg combined).

The Q50 measures 188.3 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,662 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$39,900 ($54,031 *)
MSRP with Destination$40,805 ($55,257 *)
Destination Charge$905
Engine
Engine Type3.0L twin-turbo V6 (VR30DDTT), DOHC 24-valve
Displacement3 L
Horsepower300 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600-5200 rpm
Redline6,800 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cylinder, Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVTCS)
Bore and Stroke86.0 x 86.0
Compression Ratio10.3:1
Injection TypeDirect fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission7-speed automatic w/Sport mode and Downshift Rev Matching
1st Gear4.783 (39 mph **)
2nd Gear3.103 (59 mph **)
3rd Gear1.984 (93 mph **)
4th Gear1.371 (134 mph **)
5th Gear1 (184 mph **)
6th Gear0.871 (211 mph **)
7th Gear0.776 (237 mph **)
Reverse3.859
Final Drive2.937
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined24 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity20 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone w/stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-link independent w/stabilizer bar
Turning Diameter36.7 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Calipers2-piston
Front Brake Disc12.6 x 1.1 in, vented
Rear Brake Disc12.1 x 0.6 in, vented
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17x7.5-in aluminum-alloy
Wheels Rear17x7.5-in aluminum-alloy
Tires Front225/55R17 (Bridgestone, run-flat, all-season)
Tires Rear225/55R17 (Bridgestone, run-flat, all-season)
Dimensions & Weight
Length188.3 in
Width71.8 in
Height56.8 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Front Track60.8 in
Rear Track61.6 in
Ground Clearance5.1 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft³
Curb Weight3,662 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)56.4% / 43.6%
Interior
Headroom Front40.2 in
Headroom Rear37.5 in
Legroom Front44.5 in
Legroom Rear35.1 in
Shoulder Room Front56.7 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.1 in
Hip Room Front53.2 in
Hip Room Rear52.5 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (9.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2016 Infiniti Q50 4 DR RWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2016 Infiniti Q50 4 DR AWD: overall not rated

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Infiniti Q50. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 21, 2024 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2011-2013 M56, 2012-2013 M35 Hybrid, 2014-2018 Q50, Q70 Hybrid, 2014-2019 Q70, and 2015-2019 Q70L two-wheel drive vehicles. The driveshaft can fatigue and break.

Consequence: A broken driveshaft can result in a loss of drive power, or a vehicle roll away when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied. Both scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's numbers for this recall are R24A5 and R24A7.

NHTSA campaign 24V470000

Jul 27, 2017 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Infiniti Q50 and 2017 Infiniti Q60 vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine. Incorrect Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) software may allow the fuel level in the main tank to be too low to supply fuel to the engine, causing the engine to stall while driving.

Consequence: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and Infiniti dealers will reprogram the Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) with corrected software, free of charge. The recall began August 29, 2017. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

NHTSA campaign 17V476000

Jun 13, 2016 · STEERING:AUTOMATED/ADAPTIVE STEERING

Nissan North America, Inc.'s (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Infiniti Q50 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, to December 11, 2015, and Infiniti Q50 Hybrid vehicles manufactured December 10, 2012, to December 17, 2015. The Direct Adaptive Steering system may experience an error at vehicle start up altering the vehicle's steering responsiveness and turning radius.

Consequence: If the vehicle does not steer as the driver anticipates, there is an increased the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the Direct Adaptive Steering ECU software, free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 16V430000

Apr 26, 2016 · AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.

Consequence: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.

Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

NHTSA campaign 16V244000

39 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Infiniti Q50

Owner Complaints

39 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Infiniti Q50 (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine10
Electrical System8
Steering6
Air Bags5
Power Train4
Fuel/Propulsion System3
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 20, 2026 · Engine
“My 2016 Q50 was driving strangely, but no indicator light came on the dashboard. I took the vehicle to the dealer where I purchased it and was told that the engine is dying. No other information was…”
Jun 13, 2026 · Tires
“Had 2 new tires installed on the rear of the car and they both busted at the seam. Shredded the tires and damaged 4 wheels.”
Jun 13, 2026 · Electrical System, Service Brakes, Engine
“Something happened to cause power loss. I checked the recalls and work that was supposed to be performed but didn’t get done like it was supposed to. I need to have it checked now asap! I see 2 engine…”
May 18, 2026 · Vehicle Speed Control
“OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR on 2016 INFINITI Q50t - Took vehicle in for oil and filter change 2 days ago. I drove the car about 40 miles, without incident. Went back to same place for state inspection…”
Apr 9, 2026 · Engine
“The vehicle experienced a failure while driving, producing heavy smoke and requiring the car to be stopped immediately. The “Low Oil Pressure – Stop Vehicle” warning light illuminated on 2/19/2026…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 INFINITI Q50. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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