Infiniti QX50

Infiniti QX50
Overview
Manufacturer	Nissan Motor Company
Also called	Infiniti EX (2007-2013)
Production	2007–present
Model years	2008-present
Assembly	Tochigi, Tochigi, Japan
Designer	Tadayoshi Iida (2005)[1]
Body and chassis
Class	Compact luxury crossover SUV
Body style	5-door CUV
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive / all-wheel drive
Platform	Nissan FM platform
Related	Infiniti FX Infiniti G37 Infiniti M Nissan 370Z
Powertrain
Engine	3.7 L V6 VQ37VHR 320 hp (239 kW)
Transmission	7-speed automatic (Manual Shift-ability)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	110.2 in (2,800 mm) 113.4 in (2,880 mm)
Length	182.3 in (4,630 mm)
Width	71.0 in (1,803 mm)
Height	2008 & 2012-Present: 61.9 in (1,572 mm) 2009-2011: 62.6 in (1,590 mm)
Chronology
Predecessor	Nissan Stagea

The Infiniti QX50 (formerly called the Infiniti EX until 2013) is a Compact luxury crossover SUV. It is based on the FM platform shared with the Infiniti G, M, and FX.

The QX50 has the ruggedness and practicality usually featured on top end crossover SUVs, and is the benchmark for all sport luxury hatchback.,^[2] highly coveted for its sex appeal and artisan craftsmanship by both the old as well as the younger consumer.

GQ magazine named it one of the 10 best luxury SUV's three years in a row.

First generation (J50, 2007–)

Infiniti EX Concept (2007)

The concept car was unveiled during the 2007 New York Auto Show.^[3] It included an AVM system, LDP 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

The production model EX35 was revealed in 2007 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance,^[4] followed by Jamsil Olympic Stadium in Seoul.^[5]

North American model of the EX35 went on sale in December 2007 as a 2008 model year vehicle. The EX35 was offered with a 297 hp (221 kW) 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 2008-01-24 as 2008 model year vehicle.

EX37

Infiniti EX37

2011 Infiniti EX

The Infiniti EX is sold as the EX37 in the European market. It debuted in Fall 2008. Japanese versions are badged as the Nissan Skyline Crossover.^[6]

EX30d

A new 3.0-liter V6 (V9X) diesel engine became available on the 2010 EX, FX and M models. The V6 engine delivers 240 hp (179 kW) and a peak torque of 550 N·m (410 lb·ft). The engine comes with a seven-speed automatic transmission.

The brand entered the European market with new 3.0-litre V6 diesel. The engine, the first in the brand’s 20-year history. The engine produces 235 hp (175 kW) and 405 N·m (299 lb·ft) of torque.^[7]

EX25

The VQ25HR V6 engine delivers 218 hp (163 kW) 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 EX25 Crossover is currently marketed only in China, Malaysia, Russia and Ukraine.

Engines

Model	Years	Type/code	Power, torque@rpm
EX25	2010–2012	2.5 L V6 24-valve (VQ25HR)	218 hp (163 kW), 185 lb·ft (251 N·m) @ 4,800 rpm
EX37	2013–present	3.7 L V6 24-valve (VQ37VHR)	320 hp (239 kW), 267 lb·ft (362 N·m) @ 5,200 rpm
EX35	2007-2012	3.5 L V6 24-valve (VQ35HR)	297 hp (221 kW), 253 lb·ft (343 N·m) @ 6,800 rpm
EX30d	2010–2014	3.0 L V6 24-valve (V9X)	235 hp (175 kW), 550 N·m (410 lb·ft) @ 1750 rpm[7]

Transmissions

Model	Years	Type
EX35	2007-2010	5-speed automatic
EX35	2011-	7-speed automatic
EX37	2008-	7-speed automatic
EX30d	2010-	7-speed automatic

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 produces 0-60 mph times of 5.8 - 6.2 seconds. The quarter mile is 14.6 seconds at 98 miles per hour (158 km/h), and top speed (Gov. limit) is 144 mph (232 km/h). 70 mph (110 km/h) - 0 braking is a 166 feet (51 m). Roadholding is .83g.^[8]

Features

• The Infiniti EX is the first production automobile to offer an Around View Monitor (AVM), which utilizes small front, side and rear-mounted cameras to give the driver a "top-down view" of the outside of the vehicle while parking - helping to reduce blind spots while parking.^[9]
• The EX is also 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.^[4]
• The EX becomes the second Infiniti production vehicle, following the 2008 Infiniti M series, to offer the Lane Departure Prevention (LDP) system.^[10] This utilizes the electronic stability control system to help assist the driver in maintaining lane position by applying gentle brake pressure on each wheel individually to generate intended movement. It sounds an alert and nudges the vehicle in the correct direction when lane departure is detected.^[11] It also applies braking actuation to bring vehicle back in the lane.^[10]

QX50

QX50 (2013-)

The vehicle was unveiled in 2013 Nanjing Auto Show.^[12]

Middle East models went on sale as 2014 model year vehicle. Early models include VQ37VHR 3.7-litre 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]

The QX50 went on sale in the U.S. as a 2014 model.^[14] For 2016, the QX50 was given a new facelift and extended rear seat legroom.

QX50L (2015-)

China model was set to go on sale in 2015.^[15]

Production of the Chinese models of QX50L at Xiangyang plant in Hubei Province was set to begin in 2014.^[16][17][18]

Engines

Petrol engines ^[19][20]

Model	Years	Type/code	Power, torque@rpm
3.7 AWD (320PS)	2013?-	3,696 cc (226 cu in) V6 (Nissan VQ37VHR)	320 PS (235 kW; 316 hp)@7000, 360 N·m (266 lb·ft)@5200
3.7 AWD (326PS)	2013?-	3,696 cc (226 cu in) V6 (Nissan VQ37VHR)	326 PS (240 kW; 322 hp)@7000, 360 N·m (266 lb·ft)@5200

Diesel engines

Model	Years	Type/code	Power, torque@rpm
3.0d AWD	2013?-	2,993 cc (183 cu in) V6 turbo (V9X)	238 PS (175 kW; 235 hp)@3750, 550 N·m (406 lb·ft)@1750

Transmissions

Petrol engines

Model	Years	Types
3.7 AWD (320PS)	2013?-	electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
3.7 AWD (326PS)	2013?-	electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

Diesel engines

Model	Years	Types
3.0d AWD	2013?-	electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual mode

References

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20. 2014 QX50 brochure (Middle East) Archived February 2, 2014, at the Wayback Machine.

External links

• Official USA EX homepage
• Official UK EX homepage