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2017 Infiniti QX30 Luxury AWD

The 2017 Infiniti QX30 Luxury AWD is a 208-hp turbocharged inline-4 with a 7-speed dct automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $34,400 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.

It makes 208 horsepower at 5,500 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque at 1200-4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,300 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 21 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).

The QX30 measures 174.2 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,409 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$34,400
MSRP with Destination$35,395
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine TypeDOHC 16-valve turbocharged inline-4, transverse-mounting, aluminum-alloy block/head, resin-coated pistons
Horsepower208 hp @ 5,500 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1200-4000 rpm
Redline6,300 rpm
Valvetrain4 valves/cylinder, Variable Valve Timing Control system
Bore and Stroke83.0 x 92.0
Compression Ratio9.8:1
Injection TypeDirect fuel injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Differential TypeINFINITI Intelligent All-Wheel Drive, electronically controlled
Transmission
Transmission7-speed DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission) automatic with overdrive, standard paddle shifters
1st Gear3.857 (50 mph **)
2nd Gear2.429 (79 mph **)
3rd Gear2.667 (72 mph **)
4th Gear1.049 (183 mph **)
5th Gear0.776 (248 mph **)
6th Gear1.049 (183 mph **)
7th Gear0.837 (230 mph **)
Reverse3.375
Final Drive2.654
Fuel Economy
City21 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined25 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut w/23mm stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-link independent w/ stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer Bar23 mm
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.6 x 1.1 in. vented
Rear Brake Disc11.6 x 0.4 in. solid
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18 x 7 in. aluminum-alloy, machine finish (all-road style)
Wheels Rear18 x 7 in. aluminum-alloy, machine finish (all-road style)
Tires Front235/50R18, Continental, run-flat all-season
Tires Rear235/50R18, Continental, run-flat all-season
Dimensions & Weight
Length174.2 in
Width82 in
Height60.2 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Front Track61.7 in
Rear Track62 in
Ground Clearance8 in
Approach Angle18.1°
Departure Angle30.1°
Cargo Volume19.2 ft³
Curb Weight3,409 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)60% / 40%
Interior
Headroom Front38.4 in
Headroom Rear37.5 in
Legroom Front41.3 in
Legroom Rear33.5 in
Shoulder Room Front54.8 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.1 in
Hip Room Front52.1 in
Hip Room Rear49 in
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2017 Infiniti QX30 SW AWD).

Recalls

4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Infiniti QX30. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 2, 2021 · STEERING

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The steering shaft bore hole for the universal joint bearing may allow excessive movement that, over time, could result in the separation of the bearing and universal joint.

Consequence: A separated universal joint bearing can cause a loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 30, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PG1CF.

NHTSA campaign 21V419000

Nov 1, 2017 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling 2017-2018 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The driver's air bag may unexpectedly deploy due to insufficient grounding of the steering components if an electrostatic discharge occurs and the air bag clockspring is broken.

Consequence: If the driver air bag inadvertently deploys, it can increase the risk of injury and a crash.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will add sufficient grounding to the steering components, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2018. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-622-6200, option 7.

NHTSA campaign 17V691000

Mar 6, 2017 · AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Nissan North America Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Infiniti QX30 vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver-side curtain air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying.

Consequence: If the air bag fails to deploy in the event of a crash, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver-side curtain air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on May 2, 2017. Owners may contact Infiniti customer Service at 1-800-662-6200.

NHTSA campaign 17V143000

Dec 28, 2016 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Infiniti QX30 vehicles manufactured August 11, 2016, to September 27, 2016. The affected vehicles have a passenger air bag inflator initiator that may fail to ignite during a crash, preventing the air bag from deploying. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Consequence: A passenger air bag that fails to deploy in the event of a crash can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 21, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 16V939000

33 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Infiniti QX30

Owner Complaints

33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Infiniti QX30 (3 mention a crash, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags11
Electrical System8
Steering7
Power Train5
Service Brakes4
Unknown Or Other4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jul 30, 2026 · Steering, Air Bags, Electrical System
“The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, while reversing into the garage there was a…”
Apr 21, 2026 · Power Train, Engine
“The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked abnormally. The vehicle…”
Nov 4, 2025 · Unknown Or Other
“I opened my sunroof cover and the back of my headliner dropped. The back window is already small and the headliner hangs in front of it obstructing the view. It seems like everyone has this same issue…”
Oct 2, 2025 · Visibility/Wiper
“I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety and quality concern with my 2017 Infiniti QX30. The interior headliner in the rear section of my vehicle has begun sagging significantly, which…”
Sep 30, 2025 · Air Bags Crash 1 injury
“The contact owned a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that, while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed on a highway, another vehicle suddenly merged into her lane. The driver was unable…”

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 2017 INFINITI QX30. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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