Used 2017 Infiniti QX80 for sale 

The 8-passenger vehicle will cost you $63,850 for the base trim which goes up to $89,450. The base and Signature trims are both available in the rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive option whereas the Limited trim has AWD as standard. All the trims get a 5.6-Liter V8 engine which comes paired to a 7-speed automatic transmission.

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The QX80's features are sufficient enough from both a Luxury and safety perspective. The Standard variant with an all-wheel drivetrain and technology package is enough to boost its performance and functionality. You can opt for the higher trims for added features and the top-end Limited trim is an AWD only variant.

The Infiniti QX80 features a 400hp 5.6l V8 engine with a 7-speed adaptive transmission which is automatic but can be manually shifted too. Transmission is adaptive because it adapts itself in a way that you drive your car.

It features a rear-wheel drivetrain with optional four-wheel drive. The powerhouse is the same as its old version and it produces 413 lb.-ft. of torque @ 4000 rpm which is enough to roll the big boy around.

The QX80 has the best in class powerhouse except for the Escalade ESV which leads the segment featuring a 420 hp engine. On the other hand, the Lexus LX 570 features a 383hp engine which is pretty low for the $90,075 price tag. The GLS 450 has a power output of 362 hp.

2017 Infiniti QX80 Acceleration

The Infiniti QX80 hits 0-60 mph in only 6.2 sec with a quarter-mile margin of 14.8 sec, it is pretty impressive for a heavy SUV like this. The massive engine producing 413 lb.-ft. torque sure pays off. The straight-line performance is good and there is adequate stability while sprinting.

Compared to the QX80 the Mercedes GLS 450 being less powerful performs 0.1 sec better whereas the Lexus stays way behind. The Cadillac ESV leads the segment which was pretty obvious. The Cadillac takes 5.7 seconds to reach 60mph followed by the Mercedes taking 6.1 seconds. The Infiniti and the Lexus take 6.2 and 7.0 seconds respectively.

2017 Infiniti QX80 Handling and Steering

Being a Luxury SUV the QX80 is designed to provide an easy, comfortable hassle-free, and safe drive experience. It features electric power steering with tilt/telescopic steering wheel, the seats adjust as well to suit your driving position. It has precise as well as responsive steering and despite being heavy it handles great. It has a four-wheel independent suspension that takes care of all the unevenness. It does feature cruise control.

Compared to a normal SUV the QX80 is a little high that gives a wide range of view, handling it gets pretty rough in traffic due to its long and massive body that when the standard driver assistance features kick in and Blind spot warning comes in handy. The QX80 being a luxury SUV has quite a reputation for its off-road performance and performs better than the off-roaders.

2017 Infiniti QX80 Braking

The QX80 weighs about 5,676 lbs which is heavy and so it needs some special braking Prowess. It features massive 31.8-inch front and rear ventilated disc brakes with 4-wheel anti-lock braking system Features like traction control, stability control, emergency braking assist comes standard in this car ensuring safer and effective braking.

The Cadillac Escalade comes with the biggest brake rotors among the lot having 17-inch brake rotors both in the front and back followed by the Infiniti with 13.8 calipers and then the Mercedes and the Lexus with 13.8-inch calipers. The Mercedes is the lowest weighing car among the competition followed by the Infiniti and the Cadillac, while the Lexus weighs the most.

2017 Infiniti QX80 Towing Capacity

The QX80's big V8 powerhouse allows it to tow about 8,500 lbs which is about 1.5 times more than its weight. It has the best in class towing capacity which allows you to go on camping or adventure rides across the world. This is the best among the towing capacities provided by the competition in the segment.

The Infiniti has the best towing capacity of 8500 lbs followed by the Cadillac with a capacity to tow 8100 lbs. Mercedes has a towing capacity of 7500 lbs and Lexus has the capability of towing upto 7000 lbs. 

The QX80 offers an average mileage of 14/20 mpg in city/highway with a combined mileage of 16 mpg. It is not impressive for an SUV but we are talking about a massive SUV that features a V8 and so the fuel economy it has is respectful. The QX80 gets a fuel tank of 26 gallons which is plenty large for accommodating enough fuel for the gas-guzzling SUV.

The Mercedes GLS 450 offers best-in-class fuel efficiency followed by the Cadillac escalade putting Lexus at the last. The Mercedes offers a combined efficiency of 19 mpg, while the Cadillac delivers 17mpg and the Infiniti and Lexus provide 16 and 15 mpg respectively. 

The Infiniti QX80 is a 7-seater 4-door SUV with an optional 8-seater version. It has a massive interior with loads of comfort features, lots and lots of headroom and legroom. The whole car gets a classy leather interior finish with wood trim. In terms of luxury, this car has no match. It features an 8-way power driver seat with a 6-way power passenger seat with adjustable height, multilevel heating, and lumbar support. 

As for the rears, it features power-folding bucket rear seats with rear ventilation ducts. In terms of comfort, these seats have no match. For functionality, the center console is fitted with multiple analog buttons to keep the old-school classy blend. It does have a touch-screen in-dash infotainment screen, multi-function steering wheel with audio and cruise controls.

When it comes to interior space, the Cadillac holds its fort as the undeniable king of the segment. Especially when it comes to third-row space, the Escalade and the GLS provides the most amount of space and lets its third-row passengers sit comfortably without feeling cramped or low in leg space. Some of the interior features in the 2017 Infiniti QX80 are:

• Cruise Control
• Keyless Ignition
• Hands-Free entry
• 4-one touch Power windows
• Heated mirrors
• Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors
• 3-zone climate control
• Power Steering
• Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
• Heated Steering Wheels
• Interior air filtration
• Universal remote transmitter

Infotainment System

The Infiniti QX80 features a straightforward interface for their infotainment system. It has a 7-inch in-touch infotainment display but the interface and the graphics are low. It does not feature android auto or Apple CarPlay.

The audio system in the QX 80 is a 13 speaker, 2 subwoofer premium audio system from Bose and it puts out impressive levels of audio quality. Radio, DVD Player, Aux Input, and USB connection are all other standard infotainment features. Some of the Infotainment features are-:

• Bose Premium Brand Stereo System
• Satellite Radio
• Video Monitor
• 2 subwoofer(s)
• 13 speakers
• AM/FM stereo
• Speed-Sensitive Volume Controls
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• DVD Player
• USB connection

2017 Infiniti QX80 Cargo Volume

The Infiniti QX80 has a massive boot space which can be increased in two stages. It has a standard 20.2 cubic feet of cargo space which can be upgraded by folding the second and third-row seats up to 86.2 cubic feet of massive space. With only the third row down it offers a space of 49.1 cu-ft.

The Cadillac Escalade ESV has a massive and the best in class cargo space of 39.3 cu-ft with all seats up and 76.7 with the third row put down. No other competitor matches with the Escalade in this regard as the second-best cargo space is offered by Infiniti which is 20.2 cu-ft with all seats in position and 49.1 cu-ft with the third row put down. The Lexus has the least amount of cargo space.

The QX80 has not much changed in the past two or three years or among the variants in terms of exterior styling. It has an old-school square-shaped body design with a wide bonnet that gives it a very muscular look.

The LED lights give it an aggressive vibe with the chrome finish for more classy looks. It is not aerodynamic but it is massive. The QX80 has a ground clearance of 9.2 inches which is the best of the segment. It is also the SUV with the most height.

In terms of dimension, it is 208.9-inch long and 7.9-inch wide with a body height of 75.8-inch and a ground clearance of 9.2-inch which makes it Infiniti's biggest SUV. The 121.1-inch wheelbase keeps the vehicle stable while the massive ground clearance makes it suitable for off-roading. Some of the exterior features in the 2017 Infiniti QX80 are:

• Daytime LED Lights
• LED Fog Lights
• 20x8 inch Alloy wheels
• Chrome Door Handles
• All-season Tires

The Infiniti QX80 has tons of onboard safety features in which several hi-end features can be individually customized according to your convenience. Several driver assistance, collision prevention features come standard while some features are only available in the Limited variant. There are 4-wheel ABS and three-row airbags as standard along with Stability and Traction control systems. 

The 2017 Infiniti QX 08 comes with INFINITI Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) which includes dual-stage front supplemental airbags with seat belt and occupant classification sensor, which adjust their inflation rate depending on crash severity and seat belt usage. If the front passenger's seat is empty, a sensor will deactivate the airbag.

3-point height-adjustable front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters, driver's seat Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) and passenger's seat ELR, and Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) are also standard features. The safety ratings from NHTSA or IIHS are not available yet. The front, side, and the rearview camera helps moving along traffic to prevent a collision or while off-roading. The Standard safety features include -:

• 4-wheel ABS
• Post-collision safety system
• Stability control
• Traction control
• 3-row airbags
• Tire Pressure Monitor
• Blind Spot Warning 
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection

Infiniti QX 80 vs Lexus LX 570 Three row

Even though the Lexus LX 570 is a great SUV, it just doesn’t justify its price, the QX 80 provides a very powerful engine with greater performance numbers at a lower price.

When it comes to interior and cargo space also the Infiniti defeats the Lexus. So that makes the Infiniti a better option to go for at a much lower price.

Cadillac Escalade ESV vs Infiniti QX80

The Cadillac Escalade ESV is a $76, 590 SUV that features a 420hp powerhouse. It is the only car in this bracket that overpowers the QX80. It has better performance, cargo space, fuel economy, and is the most costly.

But Cadillac has one thing that Infiniti lacks, the Cadillac is equipped with the latest modern-day technologies, features, and infotainment system. In simple words, Cadillac Overpowers the Infiniti QX80 in every aspect has proven itself to be the best in the class SUV.

Mercedes-Benz GL450 vs Infiniti QX80

The Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is pretty famous for their ride experience, luxury, power, performance and are considered as the most versatile SUV today. It is modern, luxurious, and features several high-end features.

The GLS 450 features a less powerful 362 hp engine which offers better acceleration and fuel economy than the QX80. With a price tag of 68,695, the GLS is a better option than the QX80 but in case you prefer old school simple but luxurious car then the Infiniti QX80 wins fair and square.

The Infiniti QX80 is a luxurious car from its core design for smooth comfortable rides suitable for professional use or long rides but, it also performs extraordinarily in off-road or extreme conditions. The QX80 has only one major drawback and that is being outdated, most of its standard features, infotainment features, and even the body design are old and controls are analog. With a price tag of only $63,850, it is the most affordable luxury SUV you can get. In terms of luxury and safety, this car has no match. Infiniti also made sure that it doesn't suffer for its lack of techs. So, if you don't care about the tech and stuff this is the one for you.