Infiniti QX70 S51
The Infiniti QX70 S51 (2013–2017): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: S51 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,870 mm RDW | 4,860 mm TC | 4,854–4,859 mm |
| Width | 1,930 mm RDW | 1,930 mm TC | 2,029 mm |
| Height | 1,670 mm RDW | 1,680 mm TC | 1,651–1,679 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,890 mm RDW | 2,890 mm TC | 2,885 mm |
| Front track | 1,635 mm ASTRA | 1,640 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | 1,640 mm ASTRA | 1,640 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,932–2,075 kg RDW | 1,960–2,087 kg TC | – |
| Mass in running order | 2,032–2,175 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,520–2,700 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 2,000–2,200 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 750 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4 RDW | – | – |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 212–250 km/h RDW | – | 250 km/h |
| Torque | 360–550 Nm ASTRA | – | 500 Nm |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 265/45R21, 265/50R20
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age
| Age at test | Pass rate | UK average | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6–8 years | 91.8% (89.6–93.6) | 86.4% | 743 |
What the MOT finds
| Area | This model | UK average, same ages |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 22.2% | 28.1% |
| Brakes | 11.7% | 21.0% |
| Suspension | 6.7% | 12.7% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 6.7% | 3.4% |
| Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers) | 4.0% | 6.6% |
| Lights and electrics | 3.4% | 8.3% |
First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
23 complaints for model years 2014–2017. 1 crash · 1 fire · 1 injury
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 5 versions of the Infiniti QX70 S51
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2017 | 3.7 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 284–286 g/km |
| 2014–2017 | 3.7 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 299–302 g/km |
| 2014SIDI | 5.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | All-wheel drive | 16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA | 340 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2017Sport utility vehicle: Small | 3.7 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 12.8 L/100 km 5-cycle | 294–301 g/km |
| 2014Sport utility vehicle: Small | 5.0 L | Petrol | 7-speed automatic | 14.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 334 g/km |
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Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.