2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential vs. Luxe
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential and 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential and the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe.
When we compare the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential's and the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe's specifications and ratings, The 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential and 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential's and the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe is a better car than the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential.
Pricing: A used 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential ranges from $15,120 to $25,724 while a used 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe is priced between $13,981 to $25,817.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential and the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe both lose 57.7 percent of their value.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential and the 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe makes 268 horsepower. Both the Essential and the Luxe are rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Infiniti QX50 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
43350
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
41166
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
31995 - 52400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
39400
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
41166
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
31995 - 52400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
20802
Price Range:
15120 - 25724
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
23700
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
18925 - 33689
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
124
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
61
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
20055
Price Range:
13981 - 25817
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
23700
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
18925 - 33689
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
71
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
35
Infiniti QX50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Infiniti QX50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Infiniti QX50 Essential
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
8.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
6.0 - 10.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2019 Infiniti QX50 Luxe
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
8.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
6.0 - 10.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.0048435059064684
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 20.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.0048435059064684
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 20.0
Infiniti QX50 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 64Ranking
17 out of / 68Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
30 out of / 68Ranking
49 out of / 68Ranking
51 out of / 68Infiniti QX50 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 64Ranking
17 out of / 68Ranking
18 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 28Ranking
30 out of / 68Ranking
49 out of / 68Ranking
51 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Infiniti QX50 Trim Levels
Luxe, Pure
Other Infiniti QX50 Trim Levels
Essential, Pure
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 31 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
384 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
31.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
31.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
133.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3827 lbs
Width:
85.1 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
184.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3821 lbs
Width:
85.1 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
184.7 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
