First generation Infiniti Q50
The Infiniti Q50 was introduced for the 2014 model year with a 3.7-liter V6 engine and automatic transmission driving the rear wheels, with all-wheel drive as an available option. There were three primary trim levels: Base, Premium, and Sport trim. Additionally, a Q50 hybrid was offered. Even at its launch, the Q50 carried the latest technology such as LED headlights, keyless ignition, and twin touchscreen displays. The Premium and Sport trims included luxury features like heated front seats and a 14-speaker Bose® audio system. The top Sport trim included a sport-tuned suspension, leather upholstery, a distinct driver’s seat, and paddle shifters.
For the 2016 model year, Infiniti changed over to a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder as the base engine and a new 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine and a new seven-speed automatic for top trims. The 3.0-liter engine was available in two forms, producing 300 horsepower in the standard engine and 400 horsepower in the Red Sport version.
Model highlights
3.7-liter V6 engine (2014-2015)
3.0-liter turbocharged V6 engine (2016-2024)
2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine (2016-2019)
Seven-speed automatic transmission
Available all-wheel drive
Available Red Sport performance model (2016-2024)
Changes by year
Latest generation from 2014 - 2024
2024 Infiniti Q50
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Final year for the Q50 model
No significant changes for this year
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2023 Infiniti Q50
2022 Infiniti Q50
2021 Infiniti Q50
Highlights
Luxe midlevel trim added several standard driver-assist features
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2020 Infiniti Q50
Highlights
Base 2.0t Pure trim replaced by 3.0t Pure trim
First year of support for Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™
Edition 30 trim level offered
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2019 Infiniti Q50
Highlights
Streamlined trim level lineup
First year for standard forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking
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2018 Infiniti Q50
2017 Infiniti Q50
2016 Infiniti Q50
Highlights
Major midcycle refresh in this model year
3.7-liter V6 replaced with turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 in two power levels and a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
Suspension and steering also updated
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2015 Infiniti Q50
2014 Infiniti Q50
Reliability
RepairPal gave the Infiniti Q50 an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Infiniti Q50 16th out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a Infiniti Q50 is $589, compared to an average of $617 for Luxury Midsize Cars and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, Infiniti Q50 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 0.9 times per year, compared to an average of 1.4 times for Luxury Midsize Cars and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 9% for the Infiniti Q50, compared to an average of 13% for Luxury Midsize Cars and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
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