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INFINITI Q70
Q70 / First generation facelift / Q70 (2014-2019) / Second Generation (L70, facelift 2015-2019) / 2014-2019 / 4-door sedan / Sedan / Luxury Sedan (4-door)
select global markets, including North America, Middle East, and AsiaGlobal / primarily Japan, North America, Middle East, EuropeGlobal / primarily North America, Middle East, and selected Asia-Pacific marketsGlobal (primarily North America, Middle East, and select Asian markets)Limited global markets - mainly Middle East, Russia, and China; discontinued in US and Europe after 2017Coverage: expanded
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2014 INFINITI Q70 VQ37VHR/VK56VD (Y51)
Y51 / VQ37VHR, VK56VD, 2.2d M9R (some markets) / 2014 Infiniti Q70 was offered with a 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR in North America, a 5.6L V8 VK56VD primarily for the Middle East, and a 2.2L 4-cylinder diesel M9R in select European and Asian markets.
GoldOpen details
Oil type: Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting API SN or higherOil capacity: Approximately 6.9 liters (service-fill with filter) for V6; about 7.5 liters for V8Related: VQ37VHR, VK56VD, M9R
2015 INFINITI Q70 VQ37VHR/VK50VE (V37)
V37 / VQ37VHR, VK50VE, R9M450 / 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR naturally aspirated, 5.0L V8 VK50VE naturally aspirated (North America, Middle East), 2.2L R9M I4 diesel (Europe, some other markets)
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Oil type: API SN or later, SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommendedOil capacity: Approx. 5.1 L service-fill including filter change for V6 and V8; diesel approx. 6.9 L service-fill with filterRelated: VQ37VHR (3.7L V6), VK50VE (5.0L V8), R9M450 (2.2L diesel)
2016 INFINITI Q70 VQ37VHR/VR30DDTT (V36-based Q70)
V36-based Q70 / VQ37VHR, VR30DDTT, VK45DE / 2016 Q70 offered mostly with 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR (naturally aspirated) in USA and Middle East, a 3.0L VR30DDTT twin-turbo V6 in some Asia-Pacific markets, and a 4.5L V8 VK45DE available in selected regions.
GoldOpen details
Oil type: 5W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting API SN or higherOil capacity: Approximately 5.4 liters (including filter) for VQ37VHR - service fill and filter change included; Other engines similar but verify per specific engine codeRelated: VQ37VHR, VR30DDTT, VK45DE
2018 INFINITI Q70 VQ37VHR/VK50VE (L70)
L70 / VQ37VHR, VK50VE, V9X / Available engines for 2018 included a 3.7L V6 (VQ37VHR) naturally aspirated in most markets, a 5.0L V8 (VK50VE) mainly in North America and Middle East, and a 3.0L V6 diesel (V9X) in select European markets.
SilverOpen details
Oil type: Synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting Infiniti/Nissan standardsOil capacity: Approx. 6.9 liters (service-fill with filter change) for V6; around 8.7 liters for V8Related: VQ37VHR, VK50VE, V9X
2019 INFINITI Q70 VQ37VHR/VK50VE (V37)
V37 / VQ37VHR, VK50VE, V9X / The 2019 Q70's main engines globally included the 3.7L V6 VQ37VHR, 5.0L V8 VK50VE (mainly Middle East, Russia), and 3.0L V6 diesel V9X (mainly China). Availability varied significantly by market; North America and some Europe markets discontinued the Q70 before 2019.
GoldOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic engine oil meeting API SN or laterOil capacity: Approx. 5.4 liters service fill with filter change for VQ37VHR; capacities vary slightly with engineRelated: Nissan VQ37VHR, Nissan VK50VE, Nissan V9X
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | technical-profile | VQ37VHR, VK56VD, 2.2d M9R (some markets) | 3.7L V6 (3696 cc); 5.6L V8 (5552 cc); 2.2L 4-cyl diesel (2179 cc) | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2015 | technical-profile | VQ37VHR, VK50VE, R9M450 | 3.7 L V6 / 5.0 L V8 / 2.2 L I4 diesel | Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline), common rail direct injection (diesel) |
| 2016 | technical-profile | VQ37VHR, VR30DDTT, VK45DE | 3.7L (V6), 3.0L twin-turbo V6, 4.5L V8 | Multi-point fuel injection (VQ37VHR, VK45DE); Direct injection plus turbocharging on VR30DDTT |
| 2018 | technical-profile | VQ37VHR, VK50VE, V9X | 3696 cc (V6 petrol), 4997 cc (V8 petrol), 2993 cc (V6 diesel) | Multi-point fuel injection (petrol), Common rail direct injection (diesel) |
| 2019 | technical-profile | VQ37VHR, VK50VE, V9X | VQ37VHR: 3.7L V6; VK50VE: 5.0L V8; V9X: 3.0L V6 Diesel | Electronic Fuel Injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | VQ37VHR, VK56VD, 2.2d M9R (some markets) | Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting API SN or higher | Approximately 6.9 liters (service-fill with filter) for V6; about 7.5 liters for V8 | Nissan Matic S or Nissan-approved equivalent |
| 2015 | VQ37VHR, VK50VE, R9M450 | API SN or later, SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended | Approx. 5.1 L service-fill including filter change for V6 and V8; diesel approx. 6.9 L service-fill with filter | Nissan Matic S or equivalent ATF for automatic transmissions |
| 2016 | VQ37VHR, VR30DDTT, VK45DE | 5W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting API SN or higher | Approximately 5.4 liters (including filter) for VQ37VHR - service fill and filter change included; Other engines similar but verify per specific engine code | Nissan Matic-S or equivalent ATF for 7-speed automatic |
| 2018 | VQ37VHR, VK50VE, V9X | Synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting Infiniti/Nissan standards | Approx. 6.9 liters (service-fill with filter change) for V6; around 8.7 liters for V8 | Nissan Matic S ATF or equivalent |
| 2019 | VQ37VHR, VK50VE, V9X | SAE 5W-30 fully synthetic engine oil meeting API SN or later | Approx. 5.4 liters service fill with filter change for VQ37VHR; capacities vary slightly with engine | Nissan Matic S or equivalent |
Technical specifications
- Engines: VQ37VHR, VK56VD, 2.2d M9R (some markets), VK50VE, R9M450, VR30DDTT, VK45DE, V9X
- Transmissions: Not offered in 2014 Q70 (automatic only), 7-speed automatic transmission (V6); 7-speed automatic with adaptive shift logic (V8), Nissan Matic S or Nissan-approved equivalent, Not offered in 2015 Q70 globally, 7-speed or 7-speed adaptive automatic (depends on engine and market), Nissan Matic S or equivalent ATF for automatic transmissions, Not offered globally - mostly automatic transmissions, 7-speed automatic (VQ37VHR and VK45DE); 7-speed CVT or 7-speed automatic in some markets for VR30DDTT
- Tire sizes: 225/55R18, 245/45R19 (varies by trim), 225/55R17, 245/45R18, 245/40R19, 225/60R18, 225/55R19
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: Fully synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting API SN or higher / API SN or later, SAE 5W-30 synthetic recommended / 5W-30 synthetic motor oil meeting API SN or higher / Synthetic 5W-30 or 5W-40 meeting Infiniti/Nissan standards
- Transmission fluid: Nissan Matic S or Nissan-approved equivalent / Nissan Matic S or equivalent ATF for automatic transmissions / Nissan Matic-S or equivalent ATF for 7-speed automatic / Nissan Matic S ATF or equivalent
- Coolant: Approx. 10 liters / Approximately 10 L (varies slightly by engine and market) / Approx. 11 liters / Approximately 10 liters
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4, market-dependent / DOT 3 or DOT 4 / DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid / DOT 3 or DOT 4 (market dependent)
Known problems
- Potential timing chain stretch on high mileage V6
- Diesel particulate filter (DPF) concerns in 2.2d versions
- Potential timing chain tensioner wear on VQ37VHR
- High fuel consumption on V8 models
- Diesel particulate filter clogging in European diesel versions
- Timing chain wear on early VQ37VHR engines
- Turbocharger issues on VR30DDTT in high mileage
- V8 VK45DE more maintenance intensive
- Variable Valve Timing actuator issues (VQ37VHR)
- Timing chain tensioner wear
- Electronic throttle body faults
- Variable valve timing actuator noise on VQ37VHR