INFINITI QX70 (2016)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 351 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
351
Avg Mileage
70,295 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2016 INFINITI QX70 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the INFINITI brand average of 87%.
At 8 years old, 94% of INFINITI QX70s from 2016 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 351 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 70,295 miles.
How does the 2016 INFINITI QX70 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2016 INFINITI QX70 has 70,295 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 59,200 miles for a 8-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2016 INFINITI QX70 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
INFINITI QX70 by Year
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About the 2016 INFINITI QX70
The 2016 INFINITI QX70 is a premium performance with a 5000cc petrol engine. 351 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 16% of all 2016 cars for reliability.
With an average of 70,295 miles at 8 years old, INFINITI QX70 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2016 INFINITI QX70 Fuel Costs
The 5000cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2016 INFINITI QX70?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
INFINITI QX70 Reliability Trend
Newer INFINITI QX70s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 5 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2016 INFINITI QX70
At 8 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage.
Alternatives to the 2016 INFINITI QX70
The INFINITI QX70 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol premium performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER (2017) 91% pass rate (-3%) from 16,007 tests
- MERCEDES SLK (2014) 87% pass rate (-7%) from 11,284 tests
- MERCEDES S-CLASS (2017) 93% pass rate (-1%) from 5,990 tests
- JAGUAR F-TYPE (2014) 94% pass rate (same) from 5,734 tests