2021 Infiniti QX50 AWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDAll-Wheel Drive
City
22
MPG
Highway
28
MPG
Combined
25
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (AV-S8)
Premium
City
22
Hwy
28
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $3,250/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,250

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-4,250

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
367 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
11.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2L 4-cyl
Transmission
Automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$2,694/yr
California
$5.957/gal$3,574/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,333/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,482/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$2,713/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$2,706/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,355/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$2,771/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$2,606/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$2,669/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 25 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2021 Infiniti QX50 SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability14.7%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
35
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
1
Investigations

Recall History2

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems35 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 35 owner complaints for the 2021 Infiniti QX50 AWD. Top reported issues include engine, advanced safety (adas) and electrical system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
20
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
8
Electrical System
7
Brakes
4
Power Train
3
Fuel System
2
Steering
1
Structure
1

2021 Infiniti QX50 AWD problems by category: Engine: 20 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 8 complaints, Electrical System: 7 complaints, Brakes: 4 complaints, Power Train: 3 complaints, Fuel System: 2 complaints, Steering: 1 complaints, Structure: 1 complaints.

1
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
1
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 05/18/2026ODI#11738589
The vehicle has experienced ongoing electrical and safety-system related malfunctions shortly after being purchased as an INFINITI Certified Pre-Owned vehicle in April 2025. The issues initially inclu…
EngineFiled: 08/29/2025ODI#11683863
The specific component or system which has failed and or is malfunctioning is unknown due to the fact the manufacturer and dealer were unable to properly diagnose and resolve the issue. The vehicle c…
Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 03/23/2022ODI#11458034
While driving on a clear day with no traffic in front of me or debris on the road at approximately 45 mph, a master warning light appeared on my dash with an accompanying warning signal and simultaneo…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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