Infiniti Q50 vs. Nissan 370Z

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Infiniti Q50 and Nissan 370Z 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 Infiniti Q50 and the Nissan 370Z.

In comparing the Infiniti Q50's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Infiniti Q50 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Infiniti Q50's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Nissan 370Z is a better car than the Infiniti Q50.

Pricing: A used 2020 Infiniti Q50 ranges from $15,995 to $33,119 while a used 2020 Nissan 370Z is priced between $22,139 to $42,439.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Infiniti Q50 loses 55 percent of its value and the Nissan 370Z loses 33.4 percent of its value. This means the Nissan 370Z retains 21.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Infiniti Q50.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Infiniti Q50 is 7.6 out of 10 while the Nissan 370Z's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Infiniti Q50 being ranked 16 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Nissan 370Z being ranked 4 out of 14 Best Sports Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Infiniti Q50 is 7.7 out of 10. For the Nissan 370Z the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Nissan 370Z a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Infiniti Q50.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Infiniti Q50’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Nissan 370Z base engine makes 332 horsepower. The Q50 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. This gives the Infiniti Q50 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Nissan 370Z. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Infiniti Q50, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, and cargo space.