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Infiniti QX50

The Infiniti QX50, formerly the Infiniti EX until 2013, is a crossover SUV marketed by Infiniti, Nissan's luxury division between 2007 and 2025. It was produced over two generations: one generation under both EX and QX50 nameplates, and the second generation under the QX50 nameplate. The first generation model was also marketed as the Nissan Skyline Crossover in Japan. The first generation QX50 was a minor model update of the EX with its nameplate changed to QX50 to align with the marque's new Q and QX nomenclature introduced for model year 2013 (China) and model year 2015 (United States). The second-generation QX50 entered production in November 2017 as a 2019 model.

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Predecessor: Nissan Stagea

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First generation (J50; 2007)

=== Infiniti EX === Infiniti EX Concept (2007). Infiniti presented a preliminary concept for the EX at the 2007 New York Auto Show, notable for its surround-view camera (marketed as Around View Monitor), lane departure system, V6 engine, 5-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel-drive, double-arch grille, large L-shaped headlights with adaptive front lighting system (AFS), integrated fog lights, LED taillights and an "arch" profile design. EX35 (2007-2013). Infiniti presented the EX35 production model at the 2007 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, followed by Jamsil Olympic Stadium in Seoul. North American EX35 models went on sale in December 2007 for model year 2008 — in rear- or all-wheel drive, using the Nissan FM platform. The EX35 was offered with a 297 hp (221 kW; 301 PS) 3.5 L V6 (VQ35HR) until it was rebadged in 2013 as EX37 with a 325 hp (242 kW) 3.7 L V6 (VQ37VHR). For the 2014 model year, Infiniti again rebadged all of its models, renaming the EX37 as QX50. South Korean model went on sale in 24 January 2008 as a 2008 model year vehicle. EX37. ===== European market ===== The Infiniti EX is sold as the EX37 in the European market. It debuted in late 2008. Japanese versions are badged as the Nissan Skyline Crossover. EX30d. The brand entered the European market with a new 3.0-liter V6 diesel (V9X). The engine was the first Diesel in the Infiniti brand's 20-year history. The engine produces 235 hp (175 kW; 238 PS) at 3750 RPM and 550 N⋅m (410 lb⋅ft) of torque at 1750 RPM. European model went on sale as a 2010 model year vehicle. EX25. The VQ25HR V6 engine delivers 218 hp (163 kW; 221 PS) and peak torque of 253 N⋅m (187 lb⋅ft). The engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. It was launched at the 2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The

Second generation (J55; 2017)

The production version of the second-generation QX50 was presented at the 2017 LA Auto Show as a 2019 model with a turbocharged 2.0 L KR20DDET gasoline engine using Nissan's VC-T variable compression ratio system. Production of the QX50 began in November 2017 at Cooperation Manufacturing Plant Aguascalientes, a Nissan and Daimler AG's joint plant in Aguascalientes, Mexico. In January 2025, it was announced that the QX50 and the QX55 would be discontinued by the end of 2025. Following tariffs imposed by the Trump Administration on all non-American built cars, parent company Nissan announced on April 3, 2025 that they would suspend all new US orders on QX50 and QX55 models for the foreseeable future, citing tariffs as the reason. Current inventory would be sold until depleted. Nissan also stated production would continue for both those models sold in all other markets. QX55 (2022). Introduced in the first quarter of 2021 for the 2022 model year, the QX55 is a "coupé SUV" version of the QX50 with a more sloped roof design. Infiniti intends it to be the spiritual successor to the FX. QX Sport Inspiration Concept (2016). It included 21-inch wheels, black and white interior upholstery. The vehicle was unveiled in the 2016 Beijing Motor Show, followed by the 2016 Paris Motor Show (with gray body color, 22-inch wheels in bronze, brown leather interior upholstery, 2.0-liter inline-four variable compression engine with compression ratio between 8:1 and 14:1), 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show (with black and white interior upholstery). QX50 Concept (2017). It included a 2.0-liter inline-four variable compression engine with compression ratio between 8:1 and 14:1, front-drive platform. The vehicle was unveiled in the 2017 North American International Auto Show. KR20DDT engine NHTSA inves

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Specifications

name

Infiniti QX50

Manufacturer

Nissan

aka

Nissan Skyline Crossover (2007–2015), Infiniti EX (2007–2013)

Production

2007–2013 (EX), 2013–2025 (QX50), 2021–2025 (QX55)

Class

Compact luxury crossover SUV

Body style

5-door SUV

Layout

Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (until 2017), Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (2017–2025), Front-engine, four-wheel-drive

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US EPA fuel-economy records

US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle).

Sources

• Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1629714CC0 1.0 · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infiniti_QX50CC BY-SA 4.0 · Text © Wikipedia contributors; revision 1372067030 · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Wikimedia Commons — https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:2019_Infiniti_QX50_front_5.22.18.jpgCC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo: Kevauto · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.

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