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.
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,[2] 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,[3] followed by Jamsil Olympic Stadium in Seoul.[4]
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 3.5 L V6 (VQ35HR) until it was rebadged in 2013 as EX37 with a 325 hp 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.[5]
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.[5]
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 at 3750 RPM and 550 Nm of torque at 1750 RPM.[6]
European model went on sale as a 2010 model year vehicle.
EX25
The VQ25HR V6 engine delivers 218 hp and peak torque of 253 Nm. The engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. It was launched at the 2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The EX25 Crossover is currently marketed only in China, Malaysia, Russia and Ukraine.
Engines
Transmissions
Transmissions include manual shift mode that includes the option of sequentially selected manual gearshifts and Downshift Rev Matching (DRM). U.S. models include a choice of RWD or ATTESA E-TS AWD. Models sold in Canada, Europe include ATTESA E-TS AWD as standard.
The Infiniti EX35 line has a 0–60 mph time of 5.8–6.2 seconds. The quarter mile is 14.6 seconds at 98 mi/h, and top speed is electronically limited to 144 mi/h. 70 mi/h–0 braking is a 166 ft. Roadholding is 0.83g.[7]
Features
The EX was the first production automobile to offer a surround-view camera, marketed as Around View Monitor. The cameras are located at the front, back and sides of the vehicle and feed images to an image processing unit; those individual inputs are analyzed, synthesized to offer a synthetic, but positionally accurate, somewhat lifelike top-down view of the car and its surroundings.[8][9]
The EX was one of the first production automobiles to feature "Scratch Shield," a "self-healing clearcoat paint. The paint self-repairs fine scratches, such as fingernail scratches under door handles, restoring the EX's surface close to the original state. The process, which takes anywhere from one day to one week (depending on the surrounding temperature and the depth of the scratch), is accomplished through the use of an elastic resin. It is combined with a conventional clearcoat to increase the paint's flexibility and strength by raising the resin density."[3]
The EX was the second Infiniti production vehicle, following the 2008 Infiniti M series, to offer the Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system.[10]
Infiniti EX Concept (2007)
Infiniti presented a preliminary concept for the EX at the 2007 New York Auto Show,[2] 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,[3] followed by Jamsil Olympic Stadium in Seoul.[4]
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 3.5 L V6 (VQ35HR) until it was rebadged in 2013 as EX37 with a 325 hp 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.[5]
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.[5]
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 at 3750 RPM and 550 Nm of torque at 1750 RPM.[6]
European model went on sale as a 2010 model year vehicle.
EX25
The VQ25HR V6 engine delivers 218 hp and peak torque of 253 Nm. The engine is mated to a seven-speed automatic transmission. It was launched at the 2010 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition. The EX25 Crossover is currently marketed only in China, Malaysia, Russia and Ukraine.
Engines
Transmissions
Transmissions include manual shift mode that includes the option of sequentially selected manual gearshifts and Downshift Rev Matching (DRM). U.S. models include a choice of RWD or ATTESA E-TS AWD. Models sold in Canada, Europe include ATTESA E-TS AWD as standard.
The Infiniti EX35 line has a 0–60 mph time of 5.8–6.2 seconds. The quarter mile is 14.6 seconds at 98 mi/h, and top speed is electronically limited to 144 mi/h. 70 mi/h–0 braking is a 166 ft. Roadholding is 0.83g.[7]
Features
The EX was the first production automobile to offer a surround-view camera, marketed as Around View Monitor. The cameras are located at the front, back and sides of the vehicle and feed images to an image processing unit; those individual inputs are analyzed, synthesized to offer a synthetic, but positionally accurate, somewhat lifelike top-down view of the car and its surroundings.[8][9]
The EX was one of the first production automobiles to feature "Scratch Shield," a "self-healing clearcoat paint. The paint self-repairs fine scratches, such as fingernail scratches under door handles, restoring the EX's surface close to the original state. The process, which takes anywhere from one day to one week (depending on the surrounding temperature and the depth of the scratch), is accomplished through the use of an elastic resin. It is combined with a conventional clearcoat to increase the paint's flexibility and strength by raising the resin density."[3]
The EX was the second Infiniti production vehicle, following the 2008 Infiniti M series, to offer the Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system.[10]
Infiniti QX50
QX50 (2013)
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2013 Nanjing Auto Show.[12]
Middle East market models went on sale as a 2014 model year vehicle. Early models include VQ37VHR 3.7-liter V6 (326PS) engine with all wheel drive, 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode, DS mode with Downshift Rev Matching (DRM), and Adaptive Shift Control.[13]
US models went on sale as 2014 model year vehicles. Early models included QX50, QX50 AWD, QX50 Journey and QX50 AWD Journey.[14]
QX50L (2015)
The China model was set to go on sale in 2015.[15]
QX50 (2013)
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2013 Nanjing Auto Show.[12]
Middle East market models went on sale as a 2014 model year vehicle. Early models include VQ37VHR 3.7-liter V6 (326PS) engine with all wheel drive, 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode, DS mode with Downshift Rev Matching (DRM), and Adaptive Shift Control.[13]
US models went on sale as 2014 model year vehicles. Early models included QX50, QX50 AWD, QX50 Journey and QX50 AWD Journey.[14]
QX50L (2015)
The China model was set to go on sale in 2015.[15]
Engines
Transmissions
Production
Production of the Chinese models of QX50L at Xiangyang plant in Hubei Province was set to begin in 2014.[18][19][20]
Marketing
Infiniti QX50L was used as the actors' official passenger vehicle for the Where Are We Going? Dad (爸爸去哪儿) television series.[21][22]
2015 update
QX50 (2015)
Changes include overall length increased by 80 mm, a redesigned grille and front bumper assembly that incorporate LED daylight running lights, optional automatically opened and closed tailgate hatch, optional full panoramic glass roof.
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2014 Guangzhou Motor Show, followed by the 2015 New York Auto Show.[23]
Delivery of China model began in February 2015.[24]
US models went on sale as a 2016 model year vehicle. Early models included 3.7, 3.7 AWD.[25]
Engines
Transmissions
QX50 (2015)
Changes include overall length increased by 80 mm, a redesigned grille and front bumper assembly that incorporate LED daylight running lights, optional automatically opened and closed tailgate hatch, optional full panoramic glass roof.
The vehicle was unveiled in the 2014 Guangzhou Motor Show, followed by the 2015 New York Auto Show.[23]
Delivery of China model began in February 2015.[24]
US models went on sale as a 2016 model year vehicle. Early models included 3.7, 3.7 AWD.[25]
Engines
Transmissions
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.[27]
In January 2025, it was announced that the QX50 and the QX55 would be discontinued by the end of 2025.[28]
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.[29]
Sales
External links
- (QX50)
- (QX55)
References
- Home Oami.europa.eu, retrieved 2016-03-15^
- Alex Nunez. New York Auto Show: Infiniti EX Concept debuts Autoblog.com, 2007-04-04, retrieved 2010-08-12^
- Alex Nunez. Officially Official: 2008 Infiniti EX35 Revealed Autoblog, 2007-08-16, retrieved 2010-08-12