2019 INFINITI QX50 vs. Its Competition

2019 Infiniti QX50, first drive
Aaron Cole Aaron Cole Managing Editor

The Infiniti QX50 compares favorably to its class, thanks to its comfort and fuel economy.

The Q5 is powered by a 2.0-liter turbo-4 and returns up to 25 mpg combined, but its exterior style isn’t as expressive.

The BMW X3 is improved in small ways compared to its predecessor, but costs thousands more than the Infiniti.

The Cadillac XT5 has sharp style, but a cramped rear seat.

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is more fun to drive than the Infiniti but asks for compromises in rear-seat space and cargo capacity.

The GLC-Class is an impressive performer, but it’s not as spacious as the Infiniti.

2019 Infiniti QX50, first drive2019 INFINITI QX50
#5 in Small SUVs
2019 Audi Q52019 Audi Q5
2019 BMW X32019 BMW X3
2019 Cadillac XT52019 Cadillac XT5
Get Your Price		2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (Mercedes-AMG GLC43)2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class
2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio
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Quick Specs
6.2
The 2019 Infiniti QX50 is a beautiful package of technological innovations—in places visible and not visible.
7.0
It’s easy to see why buyers increasingly pick luxury compact crossovers like the 2019 Audi Q5; it’s comfortable and quick with plenty of room.
7.2
The 2019 BMW X3 is a versatile compact crossover that delivers on rising expectations.
5.8
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 is a solid, if forgettable, crossover. Consider the Caddy’s myriad rivals, too.
7.2
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class uses a plush ride and a lush cabin to captivate crossover crowds—and trumps it all with the AMG card.
6.6
The 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio is everything expected from the Italian brand: excellent to drive, loaded with charm and style, but a quality question mark.
MSRP From     
$36,650$42,950$41,000$41,695$40,700$40,545
Gas Mileage     
24 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy18 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy17 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Gas V6Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
EPA Class     
Small Station WagonSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 4WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSport Utility VehiclesSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD
Style Name     
PURE FWDPremium 45 TFSI quattrosDrive30i Sports Activity VehicleFWD 4-DoorGLC 300 SUVRWD
Drivetrain     
Front Wheel DriveAll Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveRear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
555555
Passenger Doors     
N/AN/AN/A4N/AN/A
Body Style     
Sport Utilityquattro Sport UtilitySports Activity VehicleSport Utility VehicleSport UtilitySport Utility
Transmission     
CVT w/ODAuto-Shift Manual w/ODAutomatic w/ODAutomaticAutomatic w/ODAutomatic w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
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