QX50 II (J55) vs Teramont I: which is better?
Infiniti QX50 II (J55) (2017–2022) vs Volkswagen Teramont I (2017–present): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Infiniti QX50 II (J55)
Volkswagen Teramont ISpecifications
| Infiniti QX50 II (J55) | Volkswagen Teramont I | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2017–2022 | 2017–present |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 2.0 VC-Turbo | 2.0 TSI |
| Power, up to | 249 hp | 220 hp |
| Torque, up to | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | automatic |
| Drive | all-wheel drive | all-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 693 mm | 5 036 mm |
| Width | 1 903 mm | 1 989 mm |
| Height | 1 679 mm | 1 769 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 800 mm | 2 980 mm |
| Fuel tank | 60 L | 70 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 16 475 ₸ | ≈ 16 475 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Infiniti QX50 II (J55)
Pros
- Powerful versions: up to 249 hp
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Gearbox Jatco CVT: belt and bearing wear
Gearbox (Jatco CVT): belt and bearing wear; sensitive to overheating.
Volkswagen Teramont I
Pros
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: generally reliable
- All-wheel-drive versions available
- Large tank: 70 L
- Currently in production — can be bought new
Cons
- Gearbox Aisin automatic: valve body wear at high mileage
Gearbox (Aisin automatic): generally reliable; at high mileage — valve body wear.
Which one to choose
- QX50 II (J55) — if you care more about: power, torque.
- Teramont I — if you care more about: wheelbase, fuel tank.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: QX50 II (J55) or Teramont I?
QX50 II (J55): up to 249 hp, Teramont I: up to 220 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: QX50 II (J55) — about 16 475 ₸, Teramont I — about 16 475 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.
Other comparisons
QX50 vs Santa FeInfiniti QX50 II (J55) / Hyundai Santa Fe IV (TM)QX50 vs PalisadeInfiniti QX50 II (J55) / Hyundai Palisade I (LX2)QX50 vs TouaregInfiniti QX50 II (J55) / Volkswagen Touareg III (CR)QX50 vs CS95Infiniti QX50 II (J55) / Changan CS95 IQX50 vs Q5Infiniti QX50 II (J55) / Audi Q5 II (FY)Teramont vs CS95Volkswagen Teramont I / Changan CS95 ITeramont vs GLCVolkswagen Teramont I / Mercedes-Benz GLC X253Teramont vs CX-5Volkswagen Teramont I / Mazda CX-5 II (KF)