2010 INFINITI QX: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

2010 INFINITI QX

The 2010 INFINITI QX56 is a true carryover with no major product changes. It closes out the first generation before the fully redesigned 2011 model arrived.

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About the 2010 INFINITI QX

1st generation (2004-2010), final year after the 2008 refresh and just before the all-new second-generation 2011 QX56.

Infiniti positioned the QX56 as a full-size luxury SUV that mixed family space, towing strength, and upscale comfort in one heavily equipped package. Official materials emphasize roominess, advanced technology, all-season versatility, and strong V8 power more than rugged image alone. For most shoppers, this is the brand’s big three-row SUV for long trips, towing, and carrying people in a quieter, more upscale cabin than mainstream truck-based SUVs.

The QX56 was a one-trim, full-size luxury SUV offered in 2WD and 4WD forms, with three-row seating and a 320-hp 5.6-liter V8. Its long standard-equipment list included touchscreen navigation, 12-speaker Bose audio, leather seating, heated front and second-row seats, and a power-folding third row.

2010 INFINITI QX specs and features by trim

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EngineV8, 5.6 Liter
TransmissionAuto, 5-Spd Overdrive
Drivetrain4WD
Fuel TypeGas
MPG City12 mpg
MPG Highway18 mpg
Horsepower320 hp
Torque393 lb-ft
Max Towing8900 lb
Trunk/Cargo97.1 cu-ft
Rear Legroom32.2 in
Seats8
Doors4
Adaptive Cruise Control
Alarm System
Rear View Camera
Fog Lights
Power Moonroof
Roof Rails
Bluetooth
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Seats
Proximity Keyless Entry
Third Row Seat
Tilt Wheel

How the 2011 INFINITI QX compares

The 2011 INFINITI QX was fully redesigned, led by a new platform and a new 400-hp 5.6-liter V8 paired with a 7-speed automatic. It also received a new exterior and cabin, a stiffer frame, better fuel economy, and substantially upgraded standard technology.

See the full 2011 changes

Frequently asked questions

What changed on the 2010 INFINITI QX56 compared with the 2009 model?

Nothing significant changed for 2010. The QX56 carried over without meaningful mechanical, safety, technology, structural, or equipment updates; only some exterior colors were deleted.

Does the 2010 INFINITI QX56 use the same V8 as the 2009 model?

Yes. The 2010 QX56 carries over a 5.6-liter V8 producing 320 horsepower, paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission.

Was 2010 the final year of the first-generation INFINITI QX56?

Yes. The 2010 QX56 was the final model year of the first generation, which was replaced by a fully redesigned QX56 for 2011.

What notable features are standard on the 2010 INFINITI QX56?

The 2010 QX56 includes touchscreen navigation, a 12-speaker Bose audio system with a built-in music hard drive, leather seating, heated front and second-row seats, a power-folding third row, a power moonroof, and a power liftgate.

Did the 2010 INFINITI QX56 come in both 2WD and 4WD versions?

Yes. The 2010 QX56 was sold in both rear-wheel-drive 2WD and four-wheel-drive 4WD forms, with the same 5.6-liter V8 and 5-speed automatic transmission.

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