Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity by Year (2004-2013)

The Infiniti QX56 was introduced into Infiniti’s lineup as a mid-size crossover SUV in 2002 and remains available through today. The QX56 is known for its unique styling and for having the features consumers expect from SUVs, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a Infiniti QX56?

The Infiniti QX56 has a towing capacity of 9,000 pounds depending on the model year and if it is 2WD or 4WD.

There’s a bit more to know about Infiniti QX56 towing capabilities which we’ll cover in today’s guide.

2013 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

what is the towing capacity of a infiniti qx56
How much weight can a Infiniti QX56 tow is up to 9,000 lbs.

The 2013 Infiniti QX56 can tow 8,500 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.

Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2013 Infiniti QX56 can tow.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All8,500 lbs / 3,855 kg
2013 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.

Here’s a video showing the Infiniti QX56 being put to a real-world towing test:

Infiniti QX56 Braked Vs. Unbraked Towing Capacity

All vehicles have different towing capacities based on whether or not you’re towing a trailer that has trailer brakes installed.

Trailer brakes allow the trailer to stop faster than if only the vehicle is using its brakes, allowing the vehicle to tow more weight, so braked towing capacity will always be higher than unbraked towing capacity.

Infiniti QX56 Braked Towing Capacity: 8,500 lbs.

Infiniti QX56 Unbraked Towing Capacity: 1,750 lbs.

Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Factors

There are a few factors that affect the Infiniti QX56 tow capacity.

Model Year

The QX56’s tow capability varied a little by year and generation.

The early model years from 2004 to 2010 had a max towing capability of 9,000 lbs, while the later models of 2011 and beyond can only tow up to 8,500 pounds. 

2WD vs 4WD

Whether or not your QX56 was 2WD or 4WD also affected how much it can tow.

For the 2004 to 2008 models, 2WD QX56s typically had about 100 pounds of extra towing power than the 4WD versions.

Strangely, that situation flipped for the 2009 and 2010 model years, with the 4WD models having 100 pounds greater towing power than the 2WD QX56 models.

Number of Passengers

A big factor in calculating your vehicle’s towing capacity is how many passengers you’re carrying, which directly calculates into the vehicle’s GCWR.

This is true of all vehicles, not just the Infiniti QX56, so always take into consideration the total load of your passengers and gear in addition to what you’re towing.

Infiniti QX56 Tow Package Info

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How much can a Infiniti QX56 tow is up to 9,000 pounds.

Does The Infiniti QX56 Have A Tow Package?

Infiniti offers a QX56 towing package which includes the following:

  • Class IV Hitch Receiver
  • 4-Pin & 7-Pin Wiring Harness

Can You Install A Trailer Hitch On a Infiniti QX56?

If you plan on towing anything with your Infiniti QX56, you’ll need a tow hitch and wiring harness.

Depending on what you’re towing, you’re going to need a ball mount (aka a trailer ball hitch) so you can attach items for towing.

Make sure to get the right trailer ball size that matches your hitch and trailer.

Infiniti QX56 Tow Hitch

Trailer hitches come in different hitch classes, which are rated for different vehicle sizes and weight limits.

The Infiniti QX56 uses a Class 3 or Class 4 hitch.

Here’s a great option for an Infiniti QX56 trailer hitch:

TLAPS 7422446822863 Compatible with 2004 Pathfinder Armada / 2005-2015 Armada / 2004-2010 QX56 Class 3 III Black 2" Receiver Trailer Hitch
  • Application: Compatible With 2004 Nissan Pathfinder Armada All Models, 2005-2015 Nissan Armada All Models, 2004-2010 Infiniti QX56 All Models
  • Trailer Hitch ( Pin, Clip, Ballmount & Wirings Are Not Included )
  • Hitch Class: Class 3, Receiver Size: 2" Receiver Tube
  • Towing Specifications: Weight Carrying Capacity - 6000 lbs, Tongue Weight - 600 lbs, Weight Distribution - 10000 lbs, Weight Distribution Tongue Weight - 1000 lbs
  • Black

Here’s a great ball mount option so you can hook up different types of trailers for towing with your QX56:

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CURT 45148 Trailer Hitch Mount, 2-Inch Ball, Pin, Fits 1-1/4-In Receiver, 3,500 lbs, 3-1/4" Drop, GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT
  • DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. Rated to tow 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight, this ball hitch offers dependability for your towing setup (weight capacity may change if trailer ball is removed)
  • VERSATILE USE. This trailer hitch ball mount comes with a 1-1/4-inch shank to fit virtually any industry-standard 1-1/4-inch receiver. The ball mount has a 3-1/4-inch drop, 2-inch diameter ball, 1/2-inch hitch pin hole and 7-1/4-inch overall length
  • READY TO TOW. Hitching up your trailer is easy with this ready-to-use trailer hitch ball mount. It comes with a pre-attached tow ball for ready coupling and a trailer hitch pin to securely mount onto your hitch receiver
  • CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting use, this ball hitch is protected with a durable black powder coat finish, and the trailer ball has a polished chrome plating. These finishes resist damage from rain, dirt, road salt and other corrosive threats
  • EASY TO INSTALL. To install the trailer hitch ball mount on your vehicle, simply insert the shank into your vehicle's 1-1/4-inch hitch receiver. The rounded shank makes installation easy

Infiniti QX56 Trailer Hitch Installation

Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and use proper safety precautions.

Infiniti QX56 Trailer Hitch Installation Cost

If you’re considering having a tow hitch added to your QX56, expect to pay between $100 and $200 to have a tow package professionally installed (excluding the cost of the tow hitch and wiring harness).

If you’re handy and looking to save money, you can install the trailer hitch and wiring harness yourself.

Hitch Receiver Vs Rear Step Bumper Towing

Some vehicles allow for bumper towing, which means you can mount a tow hitch ball directly on the bumper instead of installing a tow hitch to the vehicle’s frame.

Can I Bumper Tow With a Infiniti QX56?

The Infiniti QX56 stock bumper is not rated for bumper towing, so you’ll need to install a frame-mounted hitch like the one we listed earlier in this guide or an aftermarket bumper with a hitch ball on it.

Does My Infiniti QX56 Have A Tow Package?

infiniti qx56 towing a horse trailer
The Infiniti QX56 can tow up to 9,000 pounds.

You can start by looking under the rear bumper of your QX56 to see if you notice a trailer hitch or trailer ball.

That will give you a good indication of if you have a tow hitch already installed on your QX56.

Another way to research this is by checking the paperwork that came with your vehicle or taking it to a local dealer to see what’s installed.

Make sure to have your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) handy if you call the dealer so they can look up the exact specs and whether or not your QX56 has any towing packages or features installed on it.

2012 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2012 Infiniti QX56 can tow 8,500 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.

Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2012 Infiniti QX56 can tow.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All8,500 lbs / 3,855 kg
2012 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

2011 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2011 Infiniti QX56 can tow 8,500 pounds across all trim levels and configurations.

Refer to the chart below to find how much your 2011 Infiniti QX56 can tow.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All8,500 lbs / 3,855 kg
2011 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

2010 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2010 Infiniti QX56 can tow between 8,900 lbs and 9,000 lbs depending on if it is 2WD or 4WD.

A 2010 Infiniti QX56 2WD can pull 8,900 pounds.

A 2010 Infiniti QX56 4WD can pull 9,000 pounds.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity2WD or 4WD
All8,900 lbs / 4,036 kg2WD
All9,000 lbs / 4,082 kg4WD
2010 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

2009 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2009 Infiniti QX56 can tow between 8,900 lbs and 9,000 lbs depending on if it is 2WD or 4WD.

A 2009 Infiniti QX56 2WD can pull 8,900 pounds.

A 2009 Infiniti QX56 4WD can pull 9,000 pounds.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All (2WD models)8,900 lbs / 4,036 kg
All (4WD models)9,000 lbs / 4,082 kg
2009 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

2008 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2008 Infiniti QX56 can tow between 8,900 lbs and 9,000 lbs depending on if it is 2WD or 4WD.

A 2008 Infiniti QX56 2WD can pull 9,000 pounds.

A 2008 Infiniti QX56 4WD can pull 8,900 pounds.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All (2WD models)9,000 lbs / 4,082 kg
All (4WD models)8,900 lbs / 4,036 kg
2008 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

2007 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2007 Infiniti QX56 can tow between 8,900 lbs and 9,000 lbs depending on if it is 2WD or 4WD.

A 2007 Infiniti QX56 2WD can pull 9,000 pounds.

A 2007 Infiniti QX56 4WD can pull 8,900 pounds.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All (2WD models)9,000 lbs / 4,082 kg
All (4WD models)8,900 lbs / 4,036 kg
2007 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

2006 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2006 Infiniti QX56 can tow between 8,900 lbs and 9,000 lbs depending on if it is 2WD or 4WD.

A 2006 Infiniti QX56 2WD can pull 9,000 pounds.

A 2006 Infiniti QX56 4WD can pull 8,900 pounds.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All (2WD models)9,000 lbs / 4,082 kg
All (4WD models)8,900 lbs / 4,036 kg
2006 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

2005 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2005 Infiniti QX56 can tow between 8,900 lbs and 9,000 lbs depending on if it is 2WD or 4WD.

A 2005 Infiniti QX56 2WD can pull 9,000 pounds.

A 2005 Infiniti QX56 4WD can pull 8,900 pounds.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All (2WD models)9,000 lbs / 4,082 kg
All (4WD models)8,900 lbs / 4,036 kg
2005 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

2004 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity

The 2006 Infiniti QX56 can tow between 8,900 lbs and 8,999 lbs depending on if it is 2WD or 4WD.

A 2006 Infiniti QX56 2WD can pull 8,999 pounds.

A 2006 Infiniti QX56 4WD can pull 8,900 pounds.

Infiniti QX56 Trim LevelTowing Capacity
All (2WD models)8,999 lbs / 4,082 kg
All (4WD models)8,900 lbs / 4,036 kg
2004 Infiniti QX56 Towing Capacity Chart

Data Accuracy

We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official Infiniti QX56 Owner’s Manuals on Infiniti’s website and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.

Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with your Infiniti QX56.

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