2020 Infiniti QX50 ESSENTIAL
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- Photo: 2019 Infiniti QX50 front (2) 5.22.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: INFINITI QX50 (J55) China (34) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: INFINITI QX50 (J55) China (35) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Infiniti QX50 rear 5.22.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Infiniti QX50 Back P4250840 by Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2020 Infiniti QX50 ESSENTIAL is a 268-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a continuously variable transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $44,100 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.
It makes 268 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 280 lb-ft of torque at 1600-4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 23 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).
The QX50 measures 184.7 inches long on a 110.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,827 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $44,100 |
| MSRP with Destination | $45,125 |
| Destination Charge | $1,025 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 (VC-Turbo), variable compression ratio |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 268 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft @ 1600-4800 rpm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 to 14.0:1 (variable) |
| Injection Type | Port + direct injection (dual injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Continuously Variable Transmission (Xtronic CVT) with manual shift mode and paddle shifters |
| Reverse | 0.74 |
| Final Drive | 5.85 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 23 MPG |
| Highway | 29 MPG |
| Combined | 26 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 16 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut, with damping control system |
| Rear Suspension | Independent multi-link |
| Turning Diameter | 36.4 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.0 x 1.3 in, vented |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.1 x 0.6 in, vented |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19x7.5-in aluminum-alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 19x7.5-in aluminum-alloy |
| Tires Front | 235/55R19 (all-season) |
| Tires Rear | 235/55R19 (all-season) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 184.7 in |
| Width | 74.9 in |
| Height | 66 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in |
| Front Track | 64.4 in |
| Rear Track | 64.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 8.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 31.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,827 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.4 in |
| Legroom Front | 39.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 38.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 56.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.6 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.8 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (15.5 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2020 Infiniti QX50 SUV AWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Infiniti QX50. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 27, 2025 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Rogue, 2019-2020 Altima, 2019-2022 Infiniti QX50, and 2022 Infiniti QX55 vehicles equipped with 3-cylinder 1.5L or 4-cylinder 2.0L variable compression turbo (VC-Turbo) engines. The engine bearings may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine failure.
Consequence: Engine failure increases the risk of a crash. A bearing failure may cause a breach in the engine block, allowing hot oil to be discharged, increasing the risk of an engine fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the engine control module (ECM) software, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed April 8, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or Infiniti's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R25A8/A9 and R25B1/B2.
NHTSA campaign 25V437000
Jan 26, 2021 · TIRES
Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2020 INFINITI QX50 vehicles. The text of the Tire and Loading Information placard, including the tire size and loading capacity, may be illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: Illegible tire size or loading capacity information can lead to the incorrect sized tire being installed or its overloading, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: INFINITI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the legibility of and, as necessary, replaced the placard, free of charge. The recall began March 17, 2021. Owners may contact INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Infiniti's number for this recall is PC788.
NHTSA campaign 21V025000
33 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2020 Infiniti QX50
Owner Complaints
33 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2020 Infiniti QX50. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 18 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 4 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
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 QX50. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.