How The Infiniti QX80 Pushes The Brand Closer To Ultra-Luxury Territory.

Summary

• Infiniti’s QX80 is completely revamped with a new V-6 engine, luxury interior, and cutting-edge technology for a competitive edge.
• The 2025 QX80 offers a quieter ride with Electronic Air Suspension and Dynamic Digital Suspension, enhancing comfort and adaptability on the road.
• With design cues inspired by the QX Monograph concept, the QX80 boasts a sharp exterior and optional light path system for added personality.

After 14 years in production, Infiniti’s flagship SUV has received a makeover from the ground up. Not only does the QX80 now resemble a yacht rather than a land vehicle, but it also replaces the manufacturer’s well-known 5.6 V-8 with a more powerful and efficient 3.5-liter V-6. The QX80’s quality and styling allow the brand to compete with bigger luxury brands, such as Range Rover and Bentley.

Infiniti states that their all-new product will surpass “expectations of the luxury SUV space”. This is nothing short of a big claim, as the Japanese manufacturer is going up against some seriously established luxury brands. Is this Infiniti’s time to make a comeback?

It seems like the QX80 is the model that will help the brand come back into the spotlight. Here are some of the things that make the new QX80 a spaceship on wheels.

In order to give you the most up-to-date and accurate information possible, the data used to compile this article was sourced from authoritative sources, including Infiniti and CarBuzz.

The Interior Blends Latest Technologies With Bespoke Detail In Infiniti’s latest QX80

Once you step inside the QX80’s cabin, you will understand why the brand’s flagship SUV is the most luxurious it’s ever been. There are high-quality soft-touch materials scattered across the entire interior. But mainly, the inside of the QX80 is dominated by open-pore ash wood that features extravagant laser-machined detailing. This degree of premium detail could only be found in luxury brands such as Bentley and Rolls-Royce, but not anymore.

The Interior Of The QX80 Is On Par With A Rolls-Royce

Infiniti gives its customers ample opportunities to customize and personalize their QX80s. It can be as subtle as which option of the semi-aniline leather upholstery goes onto the seats. The base model, the Pure trim, receives taylor-fitted seats.

As standard, the QX80 comes with room for seven passengers, meaning that the middle row benefits from luxurious captain’s chairs. The middle row can be equipped with a bench instead, bumping up the QX80s seating capacity to eight. This, however, comes at an additional cost.

Other features that come as standard:

• Power adjustable front seats (ten-way)
• Tri-zone climate control
• Electronically operated heated steering wheel
• 14-speaker Klipsch audio system
• Interior ambient lighting

Latest Tech Transforms The QX80 Into A Spaceship

Infiniti did not neglect the level of technology present in the QX80. Up front, the dashboard is dominated by bezel-less dual 14-inch screens. One of these displays serves as the driver’s digital display, while the second serves as an infotainment screen for the rest of the passengers. Within these, the passengers can access all the main vehicle controls, such as the climate, navigation, and entertainment. It also features a built-in Google Assistant.

If the already-impressive standard 14-speaker set-up is insufficient, Infiniti allows customers to take it up a notch. It offers a powerful 24-speaker system from the Klipsch sound company. This upgrade includes titanium tweeters and premium speakers embedded in the front headrests as well as in the roof lining. The QX80 also boasts biometric cooling, meaning that the car automatically detects when one or more rows are getting too hot or cold, and adjusts the temperature flow accordingly.

2025 Infiniti QX80 Trim Levels

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The QX80 Offers A More Quiet And Comfortable Ride

The Japanese manufacturer claims that their all-new QX80 will be up to four decibels quieter inside the cabin than the current model. This comes from the addition of acoustic glass and extra sound-deadening materials, which decrease the amount of road noise that penetrates the cabin.

Infiniti’s New Suspension Is A Game-changer

In addition, customers can now opt for Infinitis’ Electronic Air Suspension, which can adjust the height of the vehicle by three inches. This feature is also used when the vehicle is initially unlocked, allowing the passengers to get in and out of the vehicle easily.

Infiniti did not stop there, as Dynamic Digital Suspension can also be opted for. This intelligent system monitors the road surface ahead along with any movements made by the vehicle, in order to adjust its suspension accordingly, in real-time. This enables the QX80 to keep a comfortable suspension setting even when road surfaces are changing.

Sharp Exterior Design Cues Elevate The QX80 Ownership

The 2025 QX80s design is inspired by the outstanding QX Monograph concept, and now boasts an exterior that will give any Range Rover a run for its money.

The manufacturer follows an ‘Artistry in Motion’ design ethos, something that has taken inspiration from all sorts of sources. The QX80 is a big vehicle, measuring over 211 inches long, 96 inches wide (including the mirrors), and up to 78 inches tall, depending on the suspension mode. It also has 10 inches of ground clearance, with a solid 121-inch wheelbase.

(Source: Infiniti)

Infiniti Introduces Organic Inspiration To The QX80

The front fascia is heavily influenced by the double-arched grille that, along with the LED daytime running lights, resemble “organic shapes of a bamboo forest”. Rotating to the rear, the QX80 boasts a contemporary streak of light that runs across the entire rear end. Infiniti’s intention with the light bar was to recreate light reflection on a body of water, so they utilized more than 300 LEDs.

Infiniti’s Optional Light Path System Adds More Personality To The QX80

When equipped with this optional package, the QX80 can put on an intricate light show sequence. This happens when the owner is in the vicinity of the vehicle, starting with an illuminated Infiniti logo up front. The show then shifts through the DRLs, creating a light path that projects geometric shapes onto the ground, greeting the passengers.

The QX80 Benefits From A More Powerful And Efficient V-6 Engine

The 2025 QX80 marks the replacement of Infiniti’s iconic 5.6-liter V-8, an engine that has been powering the manufacturer’s flagship SUV since 2011. Thankfully, it is being replaced by a smaller, more powerful 3.5-liter V-6 that boasts two turbochargers. This allows the QX80 to develop a healthy 450 horsepower and 515 pound-feet of torque. Though this powertrain does not have the old V-8’s rigorous growl, the VR35DDTT engine is said to be related to the motor found in the Nissan GT-R.

The power is transmitted via a nine-speed automatic transmission, which then drives the wheels. Customers can choose between rear-wheel drive or Infiniti’s All-Mode four-wheel drive system. The manufacturer has not yet released any official figures regarding fuel economy, but an educated guess tells us that it has to be more efficient than its predecessor. The following drive modes will be available with the four-wheel drive models:

• Eco
• Snow
• Sport
• Standard
• Tow
• Personal

Sources: Infiniti and CarBuzz.