2027 Infiniti QX65

2027 Infiniti QX65 Expert Review

By Bob Hernandez

Infiniti returns to its roots with the 2027 QX65, a sleek "coupe-SUV" that aims to recapture the bold, driver-focused spirit of the original FX. By trading the QX60’s third row for a dramatic fastback profile, it attempts to out-style European rivals while offering a more functional, tech-forward cabin.

Midsize luxury fastback SUV competitors include the Genesis GV80 Coupe, BMW X6, and Audi Q8.

What’s New

First teased as the Infiniti QX65 Monogram concept, a production version will join the 2027 SUV lineup featuring:

Basics

• A VC Turbo inline-four engine
• Nine-speed automatic
• Standard all-wheel drive
• Full suite of driver-assist features

Exterior

• Standard 20-inch wheels
• Available Sunfire Red paint

Interior

• A different sound system for each grade
• Standard 12.3-inch cabin screens
• Available massaging front seats

Top-Ranked Competitors:

• Genesis GV80 Coupe​
• BMW X6​
• Audi Q8​
• Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class Coupe​

Performance

Every 2027 QX65 is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged VC-Turbo four-cylinder engine producing 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque. This variable-compression powerplant is shared with the current QX60 and represents a slightly higher-output version of the engines found in the QX50, QX55, and Nissan Murano.

As for straight-line performance, we'll have to wait for our official testing to confirm 0–60 mph times. However, given that the QX65’s curb weight should roughly mirror its stablemate, expect it to be about as quick as the QX60 AWD, which clocked an uninspiring 7.4 seconds in our testing.

MPGs and Range

Efficiency also hinges on curb weight, making the current QX60 AWD a reliable benchmark for the QX65’s likely performance. The 2026 QX60 is EPA-rated at 22/27 mpg city/highway with a total range of roughly 468 miles. Expect the 2027 QX65 to land in that same neighborhood.

For context, most rivals utilize six-cylinder powerplants. The 2026 BMW X6, for instance, features a larger mild-hybrid turbo-six that returns a nearly identical 22/26 mpg but stretches its highway legs further with 504 miles of range.

Safety Features

Standard driver-assist features include ProPilot Assist, Infiniti's suite of semi-autonomous driver-assistance technologies designed for highway use. Every QX65 Luxe base model comes equipped with:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Traffic sign recognition
• Front and rear automatic emergency braking
• Blind-spot monitoring and intervention system
• Lane keeping

Moving up the trim walk unlocks the available 360-degree camera and invisible hood views.

Cargo Space and Interior Room

Unlike the three-row QX60, the two-row QX65 comes with seating for just five. There’s also a little less headroom in the fastback, but legroom and cargo capacity compare favorably to the BMW X6 and Genesis GV80 Coupe.

Technology

Infotainment

All 2027 QX65 include dual 12.3-inch displays, one for the driver and a central infotainment touchscreen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, as are a wireless charging pad and four USB-C ports. Infiniti also offers an available 10.8-inch head-up display.

Sound System

The sound system in the 2027 QX65 scales with each trim. The Luxe features 11 speakers, the Sport upgrades to 16 Klipsch speakers, and the top-tier Autograph boasts a 20-speaker Klipsch system.

Available Upgrades

Range-topping Autograph models include massaging front seats, heated rear seats, quilted and perforated seating upholstery, a hands-free power liftgate, and 21-inch wheels on a wider tire. Ventilated front seats come with the midgrade Sport trim.

Value

Standard Features

Every QX65 features plenty of interior space, a strong powertrain, and AWD. Standard features like remote engine start, automatic high beams, and rain-sensing wipers simplify daily driving. The Luxe trim also enhances cabin comfort with a heated steering wheel, power front seats, and an acoustic laminated windshield for a quieter ride.

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