2023 Infiniti QX55

Nissan’s luxury sub-brand sells stylish vehicles that deliver mixed results. Fit and finish is usually good, especially in the quiet, luxurious interiors. But Infiniti often falls short of competitors in fuel economy and handling. Some of its vehicles also score low in our owner satisfaction surveys, and most new models scored average for predicted reliability. New vehicles come standard with a full suite of active safety and driver assist systems. The brand’s lowest-priced option is a two-row compact SUV with a variable compression engine that attempts to deliver both fuel economy and sporty performance. The brand’s larger midsized, three-row SUV is roomy and quiet, with competitive fuel economy and quick acceleration. The largest Infiniti is a large three-row, high-end SUV that competes against Land Rover and Mercedes-Benz. With options, its price can cross $100,000. Among Infiniti’s discontinued vehicles, some sedans and coupes can be recommended among used luxury cars.

This derivative of the QX50 was introduced in 2022, and has a sloped roof that gives it a coupe-like appearance. It uses the same variable-compression 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and continuously variable transmission as the QX50. Output is unchanged at 268 hp. This combination is portrayed as an optimization of performance and fuel economy, but our experience was far from that in the QX50 we tested. Every QX55 is equipped with all-wheel drive. The dual-screen infotainment system is compatible with Android Auto and wireless Apple CarPlay. FCW, AEB with pedestrian detection, and BSW are standard. The ProPilot Assist feature can keep the QX in its lane, and can maintain and adjust speed according to traffic. The QX55 remains unchanged for the 2025 model year.