2022 Infiniti QX50 Adds Luxury And Tech To Offset Higher Prices

The Infiniti QX50 is getting an equipment makeover for 2022 as the crossover gains wireless Apple CarPlay and a newly standard driver assistance system.

The entry-level QX50 Pure starts at $39,000 which is an increase of $1,050. However, that’s more than offset by additional standard equipment as the crossover now comes with ProPILOT Assist which combines adaptive cruise control with lane centering technology.

Additional changes are limited, but the crossover gains a newly standard auto-dimming rearview mirror and USB Type C charging ports for rear passengers. Furthermore, the Intelligent Key now works on the rear doors and the rear door handles are now outfitted with LED welcome lights.

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The QX50 Luxe climbs $850 and now starts at $42,350. Despite the increase, there isn’t much new besides an updated Appearance Package which costs $1,200 and adds black mirror caps, a body color rear diffuser, and 20-inch wheels with a black and machine finish. The package also adds a black mesh grille, black fender accents, a black liftgate finisher, and a graphite headliner.

Moving up the trim ladder, the QX50 Essential increases $2,100 to begin at $46,800. However, it’s much better equipped as the crossover now features heated / ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a 16-speaker Bose premium audio system.

One step up is the $51,500 QX50 Sensory, which gains luxurious features that used to be reserved for the range-topping Autograph trim. Highlights include perforated semi-aniline leather upholstery, heated second-row seats, and a motion-activated power liftgate. The model also gains Ultrasuede accents and four-way power lumbar support for the front passenger.

Lastly, there’s the $56,950 QX50 Autograph. It largely carries over, but the 2022 model is now offered exclusively with all-wheel drive.

Regardless of which trim is selected, all QX50s are powered by a 2.0-liter VC-Turbo four-cylinder engine that develops 268 hp (200 kW / 272 PS) and 280 lb-ft (379 Nm) of torque. It’s connected to a continuously variable transmission, which can be paired to an all-wheel drive system for an additional $2,000.

Note: Prices exclude a $1,025 destination and handling fee