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2021 Infiniti Q50
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2021 Infiniti Q50

The Infiniti Q50 was intended to replace the G37 in the brand's lineup. But, unfortunately, it has taken a step back from its excellent predecessor. While the Q50 is quick, an underwhelming driving experience limits its sporty credentials. On the luxury front, fit and finish, ride comfort, and noise isolation aren't impressive. Handling is lackluster, mostly due to the dull steering. Ride comfort is unsettled and suffers from the run-flat tires. The punchy V6 powertrain isn't a model of refinement and fuel economy is not impressive. For the class, the cabin is quite roomy and the rear seat is hospitable, but the front seat has a short cushion. Even more frustrating is the agonizingly slow-responding touchscreen interface. Changes for 2019 included standard forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking. For the 2020 model year the base 2.0-liter turbo engine has been discontinued. Also, all 2020 models get standard Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility. Updates for 2022 include a standard Bose sound system, and wireless Apple CarPlay compatibility. Other updates for 2022 include standard lane departure warning, blind spot warning, and rear cross traffic warning. 2024 was the final year for the Q50.

Market value
$22,150
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2021
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
sedan
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 7-speed
Category
Luxury small cars
Generation began
2014

Pricing

Current retail median
$22,150
Retail value range
$17,550 - $26,725
Original MSRP range
$36,700 - $57,850
Trade-in range
$14,175 - $24,090

Ratings

Road test score
82/100

Fuel economy

EPA city
19 MPG
EPA highway
27 MPG
EPA combined
22 MPG
Tested city
14 MPG
Tested highway
32 MPG
Tested overall
22 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$2,205
Cruising range
440 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.4 sec
0-60 mph
5.7 sec
60-0 mph braking
126 ft
Avoidance speed
56 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
190 in
Width
72 in
Height
57 in
Wheelbase
112 in
Weight
3,875 lb
Maximum load
900 lb
Towing capacity
0 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
3.5 in
Front leg room
41.5 in
Rear head room
2 in
Rear leg room
28 in
Luggage
2+1+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
3/10
Greenhouse gas score
4/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Infiniti

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.

Vehicle ID: 20363 First published: November 19, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025

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