“The QX30/GLA250 is Great if you don't have kids or rarely transport full sized adults. It's fun to drive and a decent 2 person road trip vehicle.”
2017 INFINITI QX30: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2017 INFINITI QX30 is an all-new small luxury crossover and the model’s first year in the U.S. market. This is a new-generation launch rather than an update to an earlier QX30.
About the 2017 INFINITI QX30
1st generation QX30, first U.S. model year.
INFINITI positions the QX30 as a style-first small luxury crossover for urban drivers who want a higher seating position and hatchback-like agility without moving to a larger SUV. The brand emphasizes bold design, an upscale cabin, city-friendly size, and a strong turbo engine, with available AWD for mixed-weather use. Compared with roomier rivals, the QX30’s appeal is less about maximum cargo space and more about standing out, feeling upscale inside, and being easy to live with in everyday driving.
The 2017 QX30 ranges from a straightforward base model with a 7-inch display and dual-zone climate control to leather-lined Luxury and Premium versions. Premium adds Bose audio and rain-sensing wipers, while Sport stands apart with a lower sport-tuned suspension, sport seats, a 360-degree camera, and a self-parking system.
What changed, by category
Structural
The QX30 debuts as an entirely new small luxury crossover and begins its first U.S. model year.
Powertrain
Every 2017 QX30 uses a 208-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Most versions have front-wheel drive; Luxury AWD and Premium AWD have all-wheel drive and a higher ride height.
2017 INFINITI QX30 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 7-Spd Dual-Clutch | Auto, 7-Spd Dual-Clutch | Auto, 7-Spd Dual-Clutch | Auto, 7-Spd Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 33 mpg | 33 mpg | 33 mpg | 33 mpg |
| Horsepower | 208 hp | 208 hp | 208 hp | 208 hp |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 19.2 cu-ft | 19.2 cu-ft | 19.2 cu-ft | 19.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 33.5 in | 33.5 in | 33.5 in | 33.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2017 the first year of the INFINITI QX30?
Yes. The 2017 QX30 is the model’s first year in the U.S. market and the start of its first generation.
What engine does the 2017 INFINITI QX30 use?
Every 2017 QX30 has a 208-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Which 2017 INFINITI QX30 versions have all-wheel drive?
The 2017 Luxury AWD and Premium AWD versions have all-wheel drive. They also sit higher than the front-wheel-drive versions.
What makes the 2017 INFINITI QX30 Sport different?
The 2017 QX30 Sport has a lower sport-tuned suspension, sport body trim, upgraded front brakes, sport seats, a 360-degree camera, parking sensors, and a self-parking system.
What does the 2017 INFINITI QX30 Premium include?
The 2017 QX30 Premium includes Nappa leather, heated power front seats, driver-memory settings, Bose 10-speaker audio, rain-sensing wipers, heated windshield washers, and LED fog lights.
2017 INFINITI QX30 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 INFINITI QX30.
3.9
2017 INFINITI QX30
(230 reviews)
“Love my Q30, my only issue is the moonroof, which does not open; a sunroof is preferred. Also, I missed checking exterior lights, one needs to be replaced and is no longer covered; cost $2500 to repair-very expensive.”
“Super fun to drive and maneuver on the freeway; however, still not used to the ""stop-go"" engine in city driving.”
Sources
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