Last updated: 2026-10-10
GMC vs Infiniti: Reliability Compared
GMC
5 models tracked
Infiniti
1 models tracked
Infiniti edges out GMC on reliability, but only slightly. Both brands land at a good standing, and Infiniti wins on recalls, complaint severity, and repair cost. GMC offers five models to Infiniti's one, the QX60. Complaints per vehicle sold are identical.
Is GMC More Reliable Than Infiniti?
| Metric | GMC | Infiniti |
|---|---|---|
| Avg Reliability Score | 71/100 | 75/100 |
| Models Tracked | 5 | 1 |
| Avg Recalls per Model | 29 | 13 |
| Avg Complaints per Model | 1164 | 182 |
| Avg Annual Repair Cost | $647/yr | $639/yr |
GMC Models
5 models ranked by reliability
GMC vs Infiniti: The Verdict
Reliability favors Infiniti by a slight edge. Owners of both brands file complaints at the same rate per vehicle sold, so the gap is narrow. Infiniti pulls ahead on recalls, on how severe the complaints are, and on yearly repair cost. Its crash, fire, and injury reports are far lighter, though GMC has five models in the data and Infiniti has one, so raw counts favor the smaller lineup. Repair costs are close, with Infiniti a little lower.
The real split is the kind of problem. GMC complaints center on the engine and power train. Infiniti complaints center on the power train and electrical system, and the QX60's CVT is the known weak spot.
Where GMC and Infiniti Differ Most
| Component | Weight | GMC | Infiniti |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complaint Severity Owner complaints weighted by component severity | 35% | 61/100Good | 68/100Good |
| Repair Costs Annual maintenance and repair expenses | 30% | 66/100Good | 70/100Good |
| Recall Impact Safety recalls weighted by severity (park-it, park-outside) | 20% | 81/100Excellent | 84/100Excellent |
| Issue Diversity How many different systems have reported problems | 15% | 82/100Excellent | 84/100Excellent |
Where they diverge most: complaint severity. Infiniti has a 7-point edge in that component, which accounts for much of the reliability gap.
GMC vs Infiniti: Strengths and Weaknesses
GMC
Strengths
- Strong overall reliability (71/100 average)
- Minimal recall impact — fewer safety-critical recalls
- Focused issue profile — problems concentrated in fewer areas
- Reasonable maintenance costs ($647/year avg)
- Reliability trending upward in recent model years
- 5 of 5 models rated Good or Excellent
- Below-average repair frequency
Weaknesses
- 34 fire-related complaints across lineup
- Above-average repair severity when issues occur
Infiniti
Strengths
- Strong overall reliability (75/100 average)
- Minimal recall impact — fewer safety-critical recalls
- Focused issue profile — problems concentrated in fewer areas
- Reasonable maintenance costs ($639/year avg)
- Reliability trending upward in recent model years
- Below-average repair frequency
Weaknesses
- Above-average repair severity when issues occur
Which Make Is Cheaper to Maintain: GMC or Infiniti?
Based on independent repair cost data, Infiniti is cheaper to maintain at an average of $639/year compared to $647/year for GMC. The difference is relatively small, so maintenance costs shouldn't be a major deciding factor between these makes.
GMC Repair Cost Range
$548 – $747/yr
Average: $647/yr
GMC vs Infiniti Reliability by Vehicle Type
How the two makes compare within each vehicle category they both compete in:
| Category | GMC | Infiniti | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUVs(3 vs 1 models) | 70/100 | 75/100 | Infiniti |
Infiniti wins 1 out of 1 shared categories.
Common Problems: GMC vs Infiniti
| Component | GMC | Infiniti |
|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | 27%1,443 | 13%18 |
| POWER TRAIN | 22%1,163 | 23%32 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14%742 | 20%27 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 8%408 | 8%11 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 7%388 | 18%24 |
| STEERING | 5%280 | 1%2 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4%241 | — |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 3%174 | — |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 2%93 | 3%4 |
| SEATS | 0%12 | 3%4 |
Share of each make's complaints, with counts below.
GMC vs Infiniti Complaint Severity: Crashes, Fires, and Injuries
GMC
129
Crash reports
34
Fire reports
144
Injury reports
Infiniti
5
Crash reports
1
Fire reports
8
Injury reports
Every GMC and Infiniti Model Ranked
GMC vs Infiniti Reliability Trend by Year
GMC's reliability is improving — recent model years average 78/100, up from earlier years. Infiniti's reliability is improving — recent model years average 79/100.
Interestingly, both GMC and Infiniti show improving reliability trends recently.
| Model Year | GMC | Infiniti | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 80/100(5) | 82/100(1) | Infiniti |
| 2025 | 76/100(5) | 76/100(1) | Tie |
| 2024 | 75/100(5) | 73/100(1) | GMC |
| 2023 | 67/100(5) | 72/100(1) | Infiniti |
| 2022 | 67/100(5) | 73/100(1) | Infiniti |
| 2021 | 66/100(5) | 81/100(1) | Infiniti |
| 2020 | 68/100(5) | 74/100(1) | Infiniti |
| 2019 | 69/100(4) | 71/100(1) | Infiniti |
| 2018 | 68/100(5) | 72/100(1) | Infiniti |
Models tracked per year in parentheses.
Who Should Buy GMC vs Infiniti?
If you want a truck, GMC is the only choice here. Target the Canyon, and look for a 2024 if your budget allows. Skip the 2023 Canyon, where the forward collision system brakes hard with nothing ahead. For a full-size SUV, the 2020 Yukon is the safer pick and the 2021 is the one to avoid. Ask about engine ticking or misfires on any Yukon, since lifter and camshaft failure often gives no warning light.
If you want a midsize SUV with low running costs, the QX60 fits. Favor the 2021 model year and look hard at the 2019 and 2023, the two lowest rated. On any QX60, test drive for shudder or hesitation, because the CVT does not always respond to repair. If you want a GMC SUV instead, the Terrain and Acadia both rate good, though the data gives no year advice for them.
The Bottom Line: GMC or Infiniti?
Choose Infiniti if you want the slightly safer bet and a midsize SUV, and choose GMC if you need a truck or a bigger SUV. The strongest single model across both lineups is the GMC Canyon. The cost gap is small: the Infiniti runs about $8 a year less to repair, roughly $40 over five years. Pick the model year first, since that matters more than the badge.
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How we score GMC and Infiniti models
Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.