Infiniti Q45 MPG
EPA fuel economy for 23 Infiniti Q45 trims sold from 1990 to 2006. Best ever: 18 MPG (2006 Q45). Latest model year 2006: 18 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Infiniti Q45 fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, every 2006 Infiniti Q45 trim costs about $4,300 a year to fuel.
| 2006 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | Premium | 18 | $4,300 | cheapest |
| Q45 Sport | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | Premium | 18 | $4,300 | cheapest |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Infiniti Q45 MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto (S5) | 2 |
| 2005 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto (S5) | 1 |
| 2004 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto (S5) | 1 |
| 2003 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto (S5) | 1 |
| 2002 | 18 | 16 | 23 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto (S5) | 1 |
| 2001 | 18 | 16 | 21 | Q45, 4.1 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
| 2000 | 18 | 16 | 21 | Q45, 4.1 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
| 1999 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Q45, 4.1 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
| 1998 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Q45, 4.1 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
| 1997 | 18 | 16 | 22 | Q45, 4.1 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
| 1996 | 17 | 15 | 20 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
| 1995 | 17 | 15 | 20 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1994 | 17 | 15 | 20 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1993 | 17 | 15 | 20 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1992 | 17 | 15 | 20 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1991 | 17 | 15 | 20 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 2 |
| 1990 | 17 | 15 | 20 | Q45, 4.5 L, 8 cyl, Auto 4-spd | 1 |
Every Infiniti Q45 trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2006 | Q45 Sport | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | Premium | 15 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2005 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2004 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2003 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2002 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto (S5) | RWD | Premium | 16 | 23 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2001 | Q45 | 4.1 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 2000 | Q45 | 4.1 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 21 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1999 | Q45 | 4.1 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1998 | Q45 | 4.1 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1997 | Q45 | 4.1 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 16 | 22 | 18 | 494 | $4,300 |
| 1996 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
| 1995 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
| 1995 | Q45 Full-Active Suspension | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $4,840 |
| 1994 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
| 1994 | Q45 Full-Active Suspension | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 14 | 19 | 16 | 555 | $4,840 |
| 1993 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
| 1993 | Q45 Full-Active Suspension | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 14 | 18 | 15 | 592 | $5,160 |
| 1992 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
| 1992 | Q45 Full-Active Suspension | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 13 | 17 | 15 | 592 | $5,160 |
| 1991 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
| 1991 | Q45 Full-Active Suspension | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 13 | 17 | 15 | 592 | $5,160 |
| 1990 | Q45 | 4.5 L, 8 cyl | Auto 4-spd | RWD | Premium | 15 | 20 | 17 | 523 | $4,550 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2006 Midsize Cars
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Toyota Prius | 46 | 48 | 45 |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E320 Cdi | 27 | 23 | 33 |
| 2006 Honda Accord | 26 | 23 | 31 |
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 26 | 23 | 31 |
| 2006 Kia Optima (2006 New Model) | 25 | 21 | 31 |
| 2006 Kia Spectra | 25 | 22 | 31 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Infiniti Q45?
The most efficient Infiniti Q45 the EPA has rated is the 2006 Q45 at 18 MPG combined (16 city, 22 highway).
What MPG does the 2006 Infiniti Q45 get?
Every 2006 Infiniti Q45 trim is rated 18 MPG combined.
Which Infiniti Q45 has the worst fuel economy?
The 1993 Q45 Full-Active Suspension is the lowest rated at 15 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Infiniti Q45 for a year?
At $5.16 a gallon for premium and 15,000 miles a year, every 2006 Infiniti Q45 trim costs about $4,300 a year to fuel.
More from Infiniti: every Infiniti model. Fuel types on this model: Premium. EPA classes: Large Cars, Midsize Cars.