It can seat up to seven passengers, has a comfortable interior, plenty of storage space and a higher ride height than the sedan. There are many benefits to owning a three-row luxury SUV, and the Infiniti QX60 is a strong contender in this category.
Now in its second generation, the QX60 was updated for the 2026 model year. While the 2026 QX60 offers a competitive starting MSRP, strong fuel economy, and even NASA-inspired technology, it’s not a bad idea to opt for a model that’s meant for mild use.
Overall, repair costs for this three-row SUV are below average compared to similar vehicles, and it’s a good choice for 2022 through 2025 models now that the newer 2026 QX60 is on the market.
In my area of ​​Detroit, the best option is a 2023 QX60 with around 20,000 to 38,000 miles and prices ranging from $29,900 to around $34,000. By comparison, the 2026 QX60 has a starting MSRP of $51,590.
The 2020 QX60 is the final model of the first generation, which launched in 2013 under the JX35 nameplate. Infiniti changed it to the QX60 in 2014 and revised it along the way until the last model of the first generation in 2020. There’s no 2021 QX60 as Infiniti prepares to launch the second-generation three-row SUV in 2022, which is why we’re focusing on the 2022 to 2025 models here.
Repair cost data
Better than industry average
According to CarEdge data, the maintenance costs of the QX60 are lower than similar vehicles. Here’s a quick summary:
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Five-year outlook: Average maintenance and repair costs over the first five years are approximately $3,740, nearly $1,800 less than the industry average.
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10-year outlook: Maintenance on a QX60 typically costs about $11,700 over its first ten years, more than $700 more than the industry average for luxury SUVs.
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10-year repair probability: A used QX60 has about a 33 percent chance of needing an overhaul within its first decade, which is about 5 percent more likely than similar luxury SUVs.
While many factors can determine monthly premiums, CarEdge data shows the average QX60 cost to insure over five years is about $13,120, or about $220 per month. Since the 2026 QX60 is a newer vehicle with the latest technology, choosing a model that sees moderate use may help save on insurance costs. The 2022 through 2025 Infiniti QX60 earned a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.
According to RepairPal data, the Infiniti QX60 has an above-average rating. Here’s a quick summary:
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Reliability score: The QX60’s reliability rating was 3.5 out of 5.0, ranking second among 19 full-size luxury SUVs (2.5 is the average for its class).
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Maintenance cost: The average annual maintenance cost for a QX60 is about $640, while the average annual maintenance cost for a full-size luxury SUV is $1,127, and the average annual maintenance cost for all models is $652.
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Maintenance frequency: QX60 owners make an average of 0.9 trips to a store or dealer for unscheduled service per year, compared with 0.7 times for full-size luxury SUVs and 0.4 times for all models. While this number is higher, RepairPal data also shows that the likelihood of a serious and expensive repair during this unscheduled visit is lower than the industry average (10 percent for the QX60 compared to 19 percent for other similar vehicles).
Powertrain and fuel economy
Changes in 2025
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The 2022 through 2024 models come with a 3.5-liter V6 engine with 295 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. torque. The engine is connected to a 9-speed automatic transmission, which is new for 2022, the first model year of the second-generation QX60. A nine-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and Sport mode replaces the CVT transmission in the 2020 QX60, the final model year of the first generation.
Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available on 2022 through 2024 models. When the situation calls for it, Infiniti’s all-wheel-drive system can send up to 50 percent of available torque to the rear wheels. Maximum towing capacity when properly equipped is 6,000 pounds.
In 2025, the V6 engine is replaced by a 2.0-liter variable compression turbo engine (VC-Turbo for short). Again paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission, the VC-Turbo produces 268 horsepower and 286 pound-feet of torque. torque. While it has less horsepower than the V6 engine, it has higher torque figures and better fuel economy. The chart below shows a comparison of EPA ratings.
VC-Turbo is unique in that it dynamically adjusts the compression ratio for optimal power delivery and fuel economy. The design includes a multi-link system that raises or lowers the pistons in real time based on driver input.
Otherwise, the 2025 QX60 is similar to the 2022 to 2024 model years. The 2025 QX60 comes with all-wheel drive and has a maximum towing capacity of 6,000 pounds. When equipped correctly.
Trim levels and equipment
Unique climate control system
The 2022 through 2025 QX60 is available in four trim levels: Pure, Luxe, Sensory and Autograph.
Even as the base trim level, the Pure comes with features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a power tailgate and a panoramic sunroof. A wireless charging pad was added in 2023.
Used Luxe models may include upgrades such as a 17-speaker Bose stereo, while Sensory offers heated and massaging front seats, heated second-row seats, and climate control with a Plasma Cluster air purifier and grape polyphenol filter. Used Autograph models may come with second-row captain’s chairs and semi-aniline leather seats with contrasting stitching.
Affordable and reliable
Second-hand QX60 is a good choice
While the updated 2026 QX60 has its advantages, considering the asking price, maintenance costs, and available features, the 2022 to 2025 models are a good choice. If you’re looking for an affordable and reliable used three-row SUV, consider the QX60 again.
