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2020 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Pure

All Infiniti Q50 V37 trims (2014–2024) → All Infiniti Q50 generations →
2020 Infiniti Q50 – front Unverified
Photo: 2015 Infiniti Q50 3.7 AWD in Graphite Shadow, Front Left, 05-29-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the first generation (V37, 2014–2024); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2015 Infiniti Q50 3.7 AWD in Graphite Shadow, Front Left, 05-29-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: 2019 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Luxe AWD in Graphite Shadow, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: INFINITI Q50 (V37) China (2) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2015 Infiniti Q50 3.7 AWD in Graphite Shadow, Rear Left, 05-29-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 2016 Infiniti Q50 Sport, rear 3.24.23 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2020 Infiniti Q50 3.0t Pure 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 $36,400 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.

It makes 300 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 295 lb-ft of torque at 1500-5200 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).

The Q50 measures 189.6 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,685 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$36,400
MSRP with Destination$37,425
Destination Charge$1,025
Engine
Engine Type3.0L twin-turbo V6 (VR30DDTT), DOHC 24-valve
Displacement3 L
Horsepower300 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500-5200 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
Highway29 MPG
Combined23 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
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
Length189.6 in
Width71.8 in
Height56.8 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Front Track60.8 in
Rear Track61.6 in
Ground Clearance5 in
Cargo Volume13.5 ft³
Curb Weight3,685 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)56% / 44%
Interior
Headroom Front39.5 in
Headroom Rear36.8 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
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (9.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2020 Infiniti Q50 4 DR RWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2020 Infiniti Q50 4 DR AWD: overall not rated

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Infiniti Q50.

3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 Infiniti Q50

Owner Complaints

3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Infiniti Q50. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine1
Power Train1
Service Brakes1
Unknown Or Other1
Vehicle Speed Control1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Apr 1, 2026 · Power Train
“Ever since I got the vehicle transmission is trying to give out on the vehicle takes too long to shift gears, takes more rpm to shift gears”
Aug 22, 2025 · Engine
“Recently, the turbochargers on my vehicle failed prematurely and had to be replaced. Shortly after this repair, and with the vehicle still under 60,000 miles, the engine exploded and failed while…”
Jan 28, 2020 · Vehicle Speed Control, Unknown Or Other, Service Brakes
“FORWARD EMERGENCY BRAKING (FEB) ACTIVATING WHEN NOT NEEDED. JANUARY 11TH 2020 FIRST DAY OF OWNING INFNITI Q50 LUXE 3.0T NO PACKAGES, ONLY FEB (WHICH IS STANDARD ON ALL Q50 NOW) DRIVING HOME FROM KELLY…”

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 2020 INFINITI Q50. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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