Infiniti Q45

19902006 · 17 configurations

Lowest
17
Average
18
Best
18

The Infiniti Q45 has been tested by the EPA across 17 different configurations spanning model years 1990 through 2006. Over this period, the Q45 has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 17 MPG to 18 MPG, with an overall average of 18 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2006
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2005
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2004
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2003
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2002
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S5)Premium
$3,850162318MPG
2001
4.1L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162118MPG
2000
4.1L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162118MPG
1999
4.1L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1998
4.1L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1997
4.1L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1996
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,050152017MPG
1995
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,050152017MPG
1994
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,050152017MPG
1993
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,050152017MPG
1992
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,050152017MPG
1991
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,050152017MPG
1990
4.5L 8-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$4,050152017MPG

Historical Efficiency

2006
18
2005
18
2004
18
2003
18
2002
18
2001
18
2000
18
1999
18
1998
18
1997
18
1996
17
1995
17
1994
17
1993
17
1992
17
1991
17
1990
17

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Q45) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Infiniti Q45. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Infiniti Infiniti Q45 grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
43
Total Deaths
32

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
9.3%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
32.6%
DUI Involved
25.6%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

77%
Front
20%
Side
3%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2022
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2021
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
1.25
2020
Fatal Crashes4
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2019
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2018
Fatal Crashes5
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2017
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2016
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2015
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2014
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.71

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2005
2
2004
1
2003
1
2002
1
2000
1
1997
3
1991
1
1990
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory