Nissan QR25DER
This power unit is afraid of overheating and the cylinder head gasket breaks through it regularly.
Infiniti QX60 (JX) engines
The Infiniti QX60 (JX) is a prestigious Japanese car in the 7-seat crossover class of Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. Produced since 2012. The model was based on an extended version of the Renault-Nissan D platform. The designation JX in the name of the car was used until 2013. In 2016 and 2017. the model has undergone a restyling. The changes affected the exterior, wheels, suspension, safety and entertainment systems and the engine.
The Infiniti QX60 (JX) was offered with 4 engines since 2013 (4 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.5 liters, power output from 215 to 305 hp. All of them use a timing chain. 2 are turbocharged. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Nissan VQ35DE (about 400,000 km).
Infiniti QX60 (JX) engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infiniti QX60 1 (L50) 2013–2020 | |||||||
| Nissan VQ35DE | 3.5 L V6 | 215–305 hp | petrol | chain | 4.7 L | ~400,000 km | |
| Nissan QR25DER | 2013–2017 | 2.5 L R4 | 234 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 5.8 L | ~250,000 km |
| Nissan VQ35DD | 2016–2020 | 3.5 L V6 | 284 hp | petrol | chain | 4.9 L | ~250,000 km |
| Infiniti QX60 2 (L51) 2021–present | |||||||
| Nissan KR20DDET | 2021–present | 2.0 L R4 | 250–272 hp | petrol, turbo | chain | 4.7 L | ~220,000 km |
| Nissan VQ35DD | 2021–present | 3.5 L V6 | 284 hp | petrol | chain | 4.9 L | ~250,000 km |
| Infiniti JX35 1 (L50) | |||||||
| Nissan VQ35DE | 3.5 L V6 | 215–305 hp | petrol | chain | 4.7 L | ~400,000 km | |
Infiniti QX60 (JX) engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Infiniti QX60 (JX)?
Infiniti QX60 1 (L50) (2013–2020): Nissan VQ35DE, Nissan QR25DER and Nissan VQ35DD; Infiniti QX60 2 (L51) (2021–present): Nissan KR20DDET and Nissan VQ35DD; Infiniti JX35 1 (L50): Nissan VQ35DE.
Which Infiniti QX60 (JX) engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Infiniti QX60 (JX) engines are: Nissan VQ35DE — about 400,000 km; Nissan QR25DER — about 250,000 km; Nissan VQ35DD — about 250,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Infiniti QX60 (JX) engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Nissan KR20DDET — 4.7 L (5W-30); Nissan QR25DER — 5.8 L (5W-30); Nissan VQ35DD — 4.9 L (5W-30); Nissan VQ35DE — 4.7 L (5W-30, 5W-40).
Does the Infiniti QX60 (JX) have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Nissan KR20DDET, Nissan QR25DER, Nissan VQ35DD and Nissan VQ35DE.
Was the Infiniti QX60 (JX) available with a diesel engine?
No, all Infiniti QX60 (JX) engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Nissan KR20DDET
This turbo engine was produced not so long ago that statistics of its breakdowns were collected.
Nissan VQ35DE
This is a very reliable unit with a high resource, but oil consumption is common. The reason is either coking due to…
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