No pricing data available at this time. Our Opinion - 2025 Infiniti QX80 Review The huge Infiniti luxury SUV QX80 has been updated with a new look that was based on the QX Monograph concept car. The big head, high front end, and big wheels on the new QX80 give it an intimidating look. The taillights are connected by a full-width light strip that runs across the liftgate. Up front, two narrow daytime running lights are shaped like blocks. A 450-hp twin turbo V-6 engine has been put in place of the V-8 engine that was normally aspirated the previous year. The luxury cabin has three rows of chairs. The first and second rows can be set up to massage you. There is also an infrared sensor that can be put in the headliner of the car to tell when a passenger in the back seat is too warm. In that case, the climate control device will give the passenger cool air right away. There is also a 24-speaker system tuned by the famous audio company Klipsch. The new QX80 has a clean exterior and all the features it needs to compete with other big SUVs. However, the Infiniti improvements come at a higher MSRP, which makes the model less affordable compared to options like the Cadillac Escalade and Mercedes-Benz GLS-class. What's New? The 2025 model year of the QX80 is the start of a new version. When will it come out? Infiniti sellers should know in the summer of 2024. Pros and Cons Pros A lot of brand-new tech. More space for freight. Stronger powertrain upgrade. Cons It does not come in an electric or hybrid version. As much as six figures can be spent on high-end models. A front end that is crowded. Engine, Transmission, and Performance All QX80s have a 3.0-liter V-6 twin-turbo engine that makes 450 horsepower. It is possible to speed up very quickly, and the engine noise is not too loud even when a lot of power is applied. For the Sensory and Autograph models, all-wheel drive is normal. For the Pure and Luxe models, rear-wheel drive can be added as an option. It comes with an automatic transmission with nine speeds. All types come with an air-spring suspension system except for the base Pure trim. The QX80 is still a big SUV with a truck-based chassis, even though the air suspension successfully limits body movement when turning. The QX80 is well-shielded from the road, and the cabin stays quiet while you’re driving. However, the ride can be rough on rough ground. Safety All types of the QX80 come with a set of driver-assistance features that come as standard. These include adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping assistance. ProPilot Assist 2.1 is an optional feature from Infiniti. It is a more advanced adaptive cruise control system with a hands-free drive mode. All of the Luxe, Sensory, and Autograph models come with ProPilot Assist 2.1. Visit the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) webpages to learn more about the QX80’s crash test scores. Some important safety factors are: The majority of automated emergency brakes can recognize automobiles. Normal exit alarm to keep you in lane. Hands-free driving and adaptive cruise control are available. Internal and External Cargo Capacity There are three rows of seats in the QX80, and all of them are roomy and comfy. The materials used inside are better than those used in older Infiniti cars. The infotainment touchscreen and gauge panel are housed in a wall of screens on the dashboard, which looks great. One of the many pricey features of the Infiniti is a massage function for the first and second rows of seats. To use it, you have to switch to the Sensory or Autograph trim level. There are also heated seats in the third row. If a passenger in the back gets too hot, an optional infrared sensor system can tell and send cool air from the temperature control vents straight toward them. During our QX80 test drive, we couldn’t tell if the system was working or not, but that’s exactly what was meant to happen. There is up to 64-color ambient lighting that can be changed, and there is a “cool box” in the center desk that’s big enough to chill six cans of your favorite drinks. Fuel Economy and Actual MPG If you buy a QX80 with rear-wheel drive, the EPA says it gets 16 and 20 mpg in the city. These numbers go down by one mpg each when all-wheel drive is used, which is standard for sensory and autograph cars. When we get a chance, we’ll test the QX80 on our 75 mph highway fuel economy route. We’ll let you know the results in this story. Infotainment and Connectivity There are three screens in the QX80’s entertainment system. In the middle of the dashboard are two 14.3-inch screens. One is for the infotainment touchscreen, and the other is for the digital gauge panel. A third touchscreen, 9.0 inches, is lower down and handles the HVAC system and the drive mode selector, among other things. The basic infotainment system that is built on Google gives you access to Google Maps, the Google Play store, and Google Assistant. There are eight USB-C ports and a 14-speaker Klipsch audio system inside as standard. The Sensory and Autograph trims come with a more powerful 24-speaker Klipsch stereo. Range, Charging, and Battery Life Given its size, the 2025 QX80 should be able to reach 60 mph in as little as 5.3 seconds. We want to take the 2025 QX80 for a test drive on our test track as soon as possible. When we do, we’ll add the results to this story. Towing and Payload Capacity All models of the QX80 can pull up to 8,500 pounds. That’s a little more than what the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, Lincoln Navigator, and Cadillac Escalade can pull at their most powerful. Price and How to Choose Like the mid-size QX60, the new QX80 has a range of trims, with the base Pure trim being the most affordable and the fully loaded Autograph model having the most luxurious features. The Luxe trim level is our top pick. It doesn’t cost as much as the Sensory and Autograph models, and it comes with nice features like an air-spring suspension system, a head-up display, heated and ventilated first and second-row seats, and stylish 22-inch wheels.
