Pros: Brisk acceleration for the size; composed, absorbent ride; classy interior materials and fine assembly quality
Cons: Fuel economy; some desirable features are restricted to expensive option packages; mediocre visibility; maneuverability
CG Says: For 2015, Infiniti’s plus-size SUV gets a new front fascia and grille, updated interior trim, a special-edition Limited Package, and three new safety features: Forward Emergency Braking, Predictive Forward Collision Warning, and High Beam Assist. This high-content heavyweight impresses for its surprisingly brisk acceleration, high mechanical refinement, adept ride, and spacious, tasteful, high-quality interior. The main downsides are the trade-offs in fuel economy and maneuverability that go with big SUVs, plus blatant Ponzi-scheme options-package availability that undercuts attractive starting prices (though rival premium brands are guilty of this too). Still, the QX80 is a very likable and capable premium-large SUV that deserves consideration, especially by those who might occasionally dare venture off-road. Just think twice about the overpriced Deluxe Technology Package with its overabundance of wearisome warning noises and winking lights.
| Class | Premium Large SUV |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door wagon |
| Passenger Count | 8 |
| Drive Wheels | rear-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Infiniti |
| Nation of Manufacture | Japan |
| Base Prices | QX80: $63,250 AWD QX80: $66,350 AWD QX80 Limited: $88,850 |
| Base Engine 5.6-liter V8 |
| Horsepower 400 |
| Std. Transmission 7-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 14 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 20 |
