My GarageThe Best Used Infiniti Models
Infiniti is Nissan's premium brand — and the used-market story is a mixed one. The VQ37VHR V6 in the G37/Q50 is one of the most durable modern engines. The 3.7L in the QX60 (with CVT) is the same story as Nissan's mainstream lineup.
At a Glance
The best Infiniti for each kind of buyer.
Refined V6 sport sedan with real durability.
Finally moved to a 9-speed automatic.
VQ37VHR with a manual — cheap enthusiast pick.
Deep depreciation on a genuinely capable sport sedan.
VQ37VHR + 7AT is one of the most durable sport-sedan combinations available used.
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Each of these has earned its long-term reputation.
3.7L VQ37VHR variants are the safest pick.
Refined V6, RWD, real driving talent.
- • 3.0T twin-turbo (VR30DDTT) is newer — records matter
- • Steer-by-wire in early builds had complaints
One of the best-value used sport sedans on the market.
VQ37 + 7AT — cheap thrills.
- • Steering-column tick
- • Timing chain guides on high-mileage examples
2022+ finally moved to a 9-speed automatic.
Comfortable, refined 3-row.
- • Older CVT-equipped 2013–2021 examples
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Models Worth Researching Carefully
Not deal-breakers — but worth extra due diligence before buying.
Same Jatco CVT story as Nissan. Fluid service history is everything.
Powerful and refined but newer — long-term data still developing.
Which Model Is Right For You?
Maintenance Expectations
VQ37VHR V6 service is straightforward — cheaper than most luxury V6s.
Independent Nissan shops handle Infiniti without special tools.
CVT-equipped Infinitis have the same fluid-service requirements as Nissan's mainstream lineup.
Buying Tips
- ✓Prefer non-CVT-equipped Infinitis for long-term ownership.
- ✓Verify CVT fluid service records if you buy a QX60 or older QX50.
- ✓G37 pricing is soft — a clean unmodified example is a genuine value.
Final Verdict
The G37 (2008–2013) and Q50 3.7 (2014–2019) are the strongest single case in Infiniti's used lineup — VQ37VHR V6 durability, real driving talent, and pricing that's soft enough to make them genuine bargains. If you need 3 rows, wait for a 2022+ QX60.
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