Model year guide

2016 Infiniti Q70

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Infiniti Q70 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2016 Infiniti Q70 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Infiniti Q70 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints3
Combined19–21 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2016 Infiniti Q70 recalls 1

Power Train:driveline:driveshaft NHTSA Campaign #24V470000 · 21/06/2024

Nissan North America, Inc. (INFINITI) is recalling certain 2011-2013 M56, 2012-2013 M35 Hybrid, 2014-2018 Q50, Q70 Hybrid, 2014-2019 Q70, and 2015-2019 Q70L two-wheel drive vehicles. The driveshaft can fatigue and break.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. INFINITI's numbers for this recall are R24A5 and R24A7.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2016 Infiniti Q70 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2016 Infiniti Q70 MPG & running costs

Combined19–21 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,125
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S7)
Passenger volume104 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$8,625 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Infiniti Q70 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$20,625
Fuel only$20,625
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Infiniti Q70 trims & engines on record

Engines
3.7L

2016 Infiniti Q70 vehicles on record

2016 Infiniti Q70 2016 Infiniti Q70JN1BY1AR7GM271292 2016 Infiniti Q70 2016 Infiniti Q70JN1BY1AP6GM220817

Other Infiniti Q70 model years

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2016 Infiniti Q70 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Infiniti Q70 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2016 Infiniti Q70. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Infiniti Q70?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are visibility/wiper, air bags, steering.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Infiniti Q70 get?

The 2016 Infiniti Q70 has U.S. EPA estimates of 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.