Tesla vs. INFINITI
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Tesla and INFINITI contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Tesla and INFINITI cars.
When comparing the Tesla brand to the INFINITI brand, Tesla has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing, depreciation, overall quality and retained value. INFINITI has the advantage in the area of horsepower.
Tesla versus INFINITI: Pricing and Value: Tesla has a lower used vehicle starting price in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Tesla models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Tesla, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Tesla the overall advantage over INFINITI.
Tesla versus INFINITI: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: INFINITI vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons.
Tesla versus INFINITI: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: A comparison of Tesla versus INFINITI overall quality ratings shows Tesla with higher quality ratings in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. In terms of reliability ratings, Tesla and INFINITI tie over 1 comparisons. Tesla shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
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Available Body Styles: Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans. In comparison, INFINITI offers 4 SUVs and 1 sedan.
Drivetrain Options: Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles. INFINITI offers 5 gasoline vehicles.
Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models. INFINITI offers 5 all-wheel-drive models, 2 front-wheel-drive models, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
Tesla Model 3
Not Yet Available
New Car Pricing
INFINITI Q50
$43,933 - $63,510
Used Car Pricing
Tesla Model 3
$25,605 - $41,197
Used Car Pricing
INFINITI Q50
$35,980 - $48,569
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Tesla Model 3
46.7%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
INFINITI Q50
51.7%
Horsepower / Torque
Tesla Model 3
271 hp / 310 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
INFINITI Q50
300 hp / 295 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Tesla Model 3
127 / 126 / 127
MPG (city/highway/combined)
INFINITI Q50
20 / 29 / 23
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Tesla Model 3
8.3 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
INFINITI Q50
7.2 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Tesla Model 3
7.2 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
INFINITI Q50
7.2 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Tesla Model 3
10 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
INFINITI Q50
Not available
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Tesla Model 3
7.6 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
INFINITI Q50
7.3 / 10
iSeeCars Best Car Rankings
Tesla Model 3
#1 of 26 in
Best Electric Cars
iSeeCars Best Car Rankings
INFINITI Q50
#19 of 30 in
Best Luxury Compact Cars
iSeeCars Most Reliable Car Rankings
Tesla Model 3
#2 of 15 in
Most Reliable Luxury Electric Cars
iSeeCars Most Reliable Car Rankings
INFINITI Q50
#14 of 36 in
Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars