2012 INFINITI QX: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

2012 INFINITI QX

The 2012 INFINITI QX56 is mostly a carryover from the redesigned 2011 model. Its main change is Blind Spot Intervention added to the Technology Package, along with smaller audio and second-row upgrades in other packages.

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About the 2012 INFINITI QX

2nd generation QX56/QX (2011-2013 before the QX80 rename), second model year after the 2011 redesign.

Infiniti positioned the QX as a large luxury SUV for buyers who needed real towing strength and family space without giving up a rich cabin or advanced tech. Its core appeal was a big 400-hp V8, room for up to eight, strong trailer capability, and upscale touches like navigation, a surround-view camera, leather seating, and a quiet highway ride. It was less about rock-crawling image and more about blending truck-grade capability with premium comfort.

The 2012 QX56 is a full-size, three-row luxury SUV built for families, cargo, and towing. Its 400-hp V8, standard navigation, leather seating, 360-degree parking camera, and towing capacity of up to 8,500 pounds are key highlights. Package upgrades range from a 15-speaker Bose system to heated second-row seats.

What changed, by category

Safety
The Technology Package added Blind Spot Intervention, which can help guide the SUV away from a vehicle detected in its blind spot.
Tech
The Deluxe Touring Package gained a 15-speaker Bose Cabin Surround audio system. The Theater Package added heated second-row seats and a remote tip-up function for those seats.

2012 INFINITI QX specs and features by trim

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EngineV8, 5.6 Liter
TransmissionAutomatic, 7-Spd
Drivetrain4WD
Fuel TypeGas
MPG City14 mpg
MPG Highway20 mpg
Horsepower400 hp
Torque413 lb-ft
Max Towing8500 lb
Rear Legroom28.8 in
Seats8
Doors4
Adaptive Cruise Control
Alarm System
Active Lane Keep Assistance
360 Camera
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Power Moonroof
Rear Spoiler
Roof Rails
Navigation System
Premium Audio
USB Ports
Cooled Seats
Heated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Seats
Proximity Keyless Entry
Push-Button Engine Start
Third Row Seat

How the 2013 INFINITI QX compares

The biggest change for the 2013 INFINITI QX is standard Moving Object Detection for its surround-view camera system, improving awareness during low-speed parking. This is otherwise a light update, with no redesign or powertrain change.

See the full 2013 changes

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2012 INFINITI QX56 significantly different from the 2011 model?

No. The 2012 QX56 carries over the 2011 redesign with the same basic powertrain, structure, styling, and standard luxury technology. Its changes are limited to added content in three option packages.

Does the 2012 INFINITI QX56 have Blind Spot Intervention?

Yes, but only QX56 models equipped with the Technology Package have Blind Spot Intervention. It was added to that package for 2012 rather than made standard across the lineup.

Did the 2012 INFINITI QX56 get a new engine or transmission?

No. The 2012 QX56 retains the 400-hp 5.6-liter V8 and seven-speed automatic transmission used for 2011.

What audio upgrade was added to the 2012 INFINITI QX56?

The Deluxe Touring Package gained a 15-speaker Bose Cabin Surround audio system for 2012. The standard QX56 retained its 13-speaker Bose system.

What changed in the 2012 QX56 Theater Package?

The 2012 Theater Package added heated second-row seats and a remote tip-up function that makes those seats easier to move for third-row access.

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