2004 Infiniti QX56 Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.45/5 Average
117 Total Reviews
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The QX56 is an all-new full-size luxury SUV from Infiniti designed to compete against the likes of Cadillac's Escalade and the Lincoln Navigator.

Pros:
  • Powerful and refined V8 power, good balance of ride and handling, generous towing capacity, roomy second-row seats, effective video parking monitor.
Cons:
  • Some low-grade cabin trim, typical big SUV thirst, limited usefulness of third-row seats.

User Reviews:

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  • Death Ride - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    Piece of junk. Brake judder with brake replacement plus brake failure times 2. Dealer unable to fix. Requires two trips to have anything fixed. Replaced door lock relay and windshield washer motor. Recalled for fire hazard from trailer light socket. Dealer refuses to fix rear window spray nozzle. Luckily able to avoid 2 crashes when brakes failed. Shakes, rattles and rolls. Drives like a tank. Steering wheel will not come back into place every time. A/C controls are terrible. Gas guzzler.

  • This puppie rocks! - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    Got one a couple of days ago. Previously owned BMW X5 but was looking for something bigger and still fun to drive. Test drove both Escalade and Qx56 and chose QX56 because of superior handling, fresher interior and newer exterior image.

  • Good looking but poor quality - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    While I enjoy the spaciousness of the QX56, I am VERY disappointed in the overall quality of the vehicle. As a former Lexus owner, I was looking for a quality (slightly larger) SUV. The QX56 fit the bill in size but the quality-stops me COLD. In 2 months, my catalytic converter has gone bad & there is a major squeak in the front passenger seat. The problem is that no one can tell me when the part will arrive even though it was "ordered at the highest customer service level (i.e. off road)". In the meantime, my vehicle sounds like a tank-inside and out!! I expected better quality & service in a vehicle of this price range. In my opinion, Infiniti has failed

  • Poor quality,QC Eng reviewed - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    The QX-56 is a great looking SUV. The build quality is very poor. The basic structure of the vehicle is flawed.Sqeaks and rattles are abundant. The roof panel will "tin can" if a single window is opened at speeds above 60 mph. Window regulators have failed (2),drivers seat has failed,overhead console has fallen down. The total enjoyment of what should have been a great SUV has been lost. Dealer was not able to fix due to a lack of parts. Nissan went to production without a robust supply of service parts resulting in 5 months of wait time before repair.

  • QX 56 New Buyer - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    Had initial quality problems after getting the car: Replacement of map bezel. Steering wheel does not extend every time I get in the car and put key in ignition. Dealer is unable to find problem so I have to live with it. Radio antenna on rear window was broken, If you hold the cruise control lever up for a couple seconds the car lags and then a few seconds later races from 60 to 90 before it can be stopped. Dealer says they are aware of this and can do nothing about it. I like the performance, handling, power and comfort very much. I had 2 Lexus before this and the service just is not up to par with what I am used to. Hope they improve.

  • Our new Q56 - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    My wife and I have owned 3 surburbans, so we decided to step up into a differnt design. We have enjoyed this suv as much as the surburbans. There is a lot more leg room in the middle row and third row of seats. you do give up storage space. Overall I would rate this and recommend the suv to everyone.

  • Move Over Domestics - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    I think that the "Big Three" should be worried. This is one "Big" but fun SUV. It is not only beautiful on the inside but also attrative on the outside. Caddy may be nice on the outside but its still "trucky" on the inside. Navigator better look in its rear view miror...something is about to over take it. Its called the Infinity QX56.

  • Still going strong! - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    After 30 months of hard South Florida driving, my QX56 is still going strong! Im averaging 15 mpg per fill-up with premium fuel. Ive had no mechanical problems and the vehicles handling and brakes have allowed me to avoid several potential accidents. For the money, I cant believe that this SUV doesnt rank higher on everyones list. Most people have not been inside a QX56 nor have they driven one but every time someone new gets inside my vehicle, its all compliments. For those who are shopping SUVs, reward yourself and check out the value of the QX56.

  • Problems with this truck - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    The rotors were warped (thin, no good for vehicle wt.) - 3 dealer trips before they replaced it ("manuf. defect") in all - y not issue recall? The steering never returns 2 position, the flaps on the back of 2nd row wont stay anymore (Velcro wore out after 12 mo.), cumbersome mech. 2 fold 2nd row- doesnt always work, lukewarm not heated front seats, very poor quality build, rear door auto lift problem, 2 tires wore out at 24K(cheap), space behind 3rd seat not useful like Expedition., oil change at non-dealer and screen reminder never goes away - tire pressure gauge and hand break fault - dealer had 2 fix - manuf. defect - one tire leaked air from valve, made in Japan, not true luxury vehicle.

  • wish I purchased foreign - 2004 Infiniti QX56
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    I fell in love with the QX56 when I drove it and loved the way it handled so we purchased it. I should have known this SUV was not a good thing when I noticed the armrest on the second row were unraveling. Since then we have had a squeak in the sunroof/DVD section that is unbarable. Its been in the shop 3 times for that.The navigation system stopped working after 1 1/2 months.The back roof panel has fallen down, the radio dial popped out above the DVD screen, the flat tire waring light comes on and there are no flat tires.The brakes and rotors replaced twice in 11600 miles.Been in shop for 48 days so far (still in shop).Parts always on back-order.Dealers been great/Infiniti has not!!!

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