The Infiniti QX50 and QX55 luxury crossover SUVs are officially set to be retired, with production scheduled to end soon for both models.
The year 2024 proved challenging for Infiniti, Nissan’s luxury division, particularly in the United States—the world’s second-largest car market—where sales declined by 10.2%. Despite the QX50 being Infiniti’s second-best seller in the region, with 10,722 units sold, the decision to retire this luxury crossover has been made.
When Will the Infiniti QX50 and QX55 Be Discontinued?
Infiniti has informed its dealers that production of the QX50 will conclude in December 2025. This will also mark the end of production for its sportier sibling, the QX55.
These changes follow the discontinuation of the Infiniti Q50 sedan in 2024 and the Q60 coupe two years prior. While the sedans and coupes won’t receive direct replacements, Infiniti plans to refresh its lineup with new models, including the QX60 and QX65 crossovers.
Infiniti’s Vision for the Future
This reshuffling is part of a broader strategy to elevate Infiniti’s position in the luxury market. Ponz Pandikuthira, Nissan America’s head of product planning, explained that the QX50 and QX55 are beginning to show their age, but replacements are on the horizon.
Pandikuthira also acknowledged that Infiniti might lose price-conscious customers, as the new models will be positioned at a higher price point. However, the strategy focuses on selling fewer vehicles with higher profit margins. The upcoming QX60, a three-row SUV, is slated for launch in 2026, alongside the QX65, a two-row coupe SUV. Both models will be priced above the current QX50 and QX55.
Pricing Details for 2025 Infiniti Models
- 2025 Infiniti QX50: Starting at $43,000 (equivalent to 161,250 Saudi Riyals).
- 2025 Infiniti QX55: Starting at $50,150 (equivalent to 188,062 Saudi Riyals).
Infiniti’s Shift to SUVs
With the elimination of the Q50 and Q60, Infiniti is now solely an SUV brand, offering four models: the soon-to-be-discontinued QX50 and QX55, along with the all-new 2025 QX60 and the luxurious 2025 QX80, which serves as an upscale counterpart to the Nissan Patrol.
This pivot seems to be a response to Infiniti’s significant drop in sales last year. With these changes, Infiniti aims to double its sales by 2025 while positioning itself as a more premium, high-margin luxury brand.
