On its return, the 2022 Infiniti QX50 provides some updating in standard features, but nothing particularly earthshattering.
However, Infiniti made the top-end Autograph trim level available in all-wheel drive (AWD) only.
It also made wireless Apple CarPlay, rear-door keyless entry, and an auto-dimming rearview mirror standard on all grades.
We like the QX50 for its spunky turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, an impressive bundle of driver aids, and eye-popping styling.
Among the rivals arrayed against QX50 are the Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Acura RDX.
Infiniti presents QX50 in five trim levels Pure, Luxe, Essential, Sensory, and Autograph.
A 268-horsepower 2.0-liter variable-compression (VC) turbocharged 4-cylinder engine provides the thrust. VC helps maximize fuel economy and power.
An automatic transmission with paddle shifters transfers power to the wheels. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard on all but Autograph versions. All-wheel drive is optional ($2,000) on all but Autograph.
According to government estimates, FWD versions deliver 23 miles per gallon in the city, 29 mpg on the highway, and 26 mpg in combined driving. Each number drops by 1 mpg with AWD.
2022 Infiniti QX50 Pure (starting at $39,000)
The 2022 Infiniti QX50 Luxe starts at $42,350.
Pure comes with 19-inch alloy wheels and LED exterior lights (headlights with auto on-off, taillights, and daytime running lights).
Other content includes 8-way power-adjustable front seats, keyless entry with push-button start, and high-beam assist.
Also standard are an auto-dimming rearview mirror, faux-leather seating, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a power liftgate.
Infiniti also includes rear-park assist, five USB ports, and a 60/40 split-folding rear seat with recline.
The infotainment system features two center display screens, a 6-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, and voice recognition. Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay, satellite-radio capability, and hands-free texting are also standard.
The driver aids are adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking, and blind-spot monitoring. Also included are rear cross-traffic alert with automatic braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, and ProPilot Assist.
Infiniti doesn’t offer any factory-installed option packages for Pure.
Adding the $1,025 destination fee to the Pure base price brings the total to $40,025. If you put no money down and financed for 60 months at 3% interest, it works out to $719 per month. See 2022 Infiniti QX50 Pure models for sale
2022 Infiniti QX50 Pure includes:
- LED exterior lighting – This includes headlights with auto on-off, taillights, and daytime running lights (DRLs). LEDs illuminate a wider and longer area than regular incandescent lights. That means they are also easier for other drivers to see.
- Dual-zone automatic climate control – A set-it-and-forget-it system, it divides the vehicle into left and right regions. It provides separate temperature settings for each region. Once set, it automatically maintains the preset temperatures.
- ProPilot Assist – This is a semi-autonomous driving-assist system. It can accelerate, steer, and brake the vehicle under certain conditions.
2022 Infiniti QX50 Luxe (starting at $42,350)
The 2022 Infiniti QX50 Luxe starts at $42,350.
Luxe adds LED fog lights, heated power-folding outboard mirrors, a power panoramic moonroof, and leather seating.
Also included are heated front seats and a Homelink transceiver.
A $1,200 Appearance Package adds 20-inch black wheels and other black or dark chrome exterior elements.
Adding the $1,025 destination fee to the Luxe base price totals $43,375. With no money down for 60 months at 3% interest, financing works out to $779 per month. See 2022 Infiniti QX50 Luxe models for sale
2022 Infiniti QX50 Luxe includes:
- Panoramic moonroof – This is a glass roof spanning the front and rear seats. The front panel has a power tilt-and-slide feature.
- Leather seating – For an added touch of luxury.
- Homelink – This universal transceiver offers programming for your automatic garage door, as well as other functions like your home’s interior light operation.
2022 Infiniti QX50 Essential (starting at $46,800)
The 2022 Infiniti QX50 Essential starts at $46,800.
Essential adds reverse tilt-down outboard mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, a heated steering wheel, and a surround-view camera.
Also standard are aluminum interior accents, heated-ventilated front seats, and a 16-speaker Bose audio system.
A power-adjustable steering wheel, a navigation system, and 2-position memory for the driver’s seat are also included.
Infiniti doesn’t offer any factory-installed options.
Adding the $1,025 destination fee to the Essential base price equals $47,825. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $859 per month. See 2022 Infiniti QX50 Essential models for sale
2022 Infiniti QX50 Essential includes:
- Rain-sensing wipers – When the system senses moisture on the windshield, it automatically engages the wipers. The wiper speed adjusts according to the volume of the rain.
- Power-adjustable steering wheel – Changing the height and distance of the steering wheel is as easy as pressing a button.
- Surround-view camera – It provides a 360-degree bird’s-eye view around the vehicle.
2022 Infiniti QX50 Sensory (starting at $51,500)
The 2022 Infiniti QX50 Sensory starts at $51,500.
To Essential, Sensory adds semi-aniline leather seating, 2-position memory for the steering wheel, heated rear seats, and a head-up display.
Adding the $1,025 destination fee to the Sensory base price brings the total to $52,525. With no money down for 60 months at 3% interest, financing works out to $944 per month. See 2022 Infiniti QX50 Sensory models for sale
2022 Infiniti QX50 Sensory includes:
- Semi-aniline leather seating – This leather resists stains. Only slightly pigmented, it shows the leather in a more natural state.
- Heated rear seats – The outboard positions of the second-row seat are heated.
- Head-up display – A projector on the dashboard at the windshield base displays key driver information on the windshield just below the driver’s line of sight.
2022 Infiniti QX50 Autograph (starting at $56,950)
The 2022 Infiniti QX50 Autograph starts at $56,950.
Autograph adds AWD, a tow hitch, tri-zone automatic climate control, rear-passenger sunshades, and quilted seat stitching.
An Ultrasuede headliner and natural maple wood interior accents are also standard.
Infiniti doesn’t offer any factory-installed options.
Adding the $1,025 destination fee to the Autograph base price brings the total to $57,975. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $1,042 per month. See 2022 Infiniti QX50 Autograph models for sale
2022 Infiniti QX50 Autograph includes:
- AWD – When the system senses wheel slip, it can divert as much as 50-percent of torque to the rear wheels.
- Tri-zone automatic climate control – Separating the vehicle into three areas (front right, front left, and rear), it allows setting the temperatures in each. It then automatically maintains those preset temperatures.
- Quilted seats – A sign of elegance, the seats provide quilted leather cushions.
