Infiniti QX56 / QX80
Model Years Produced: 2011 to Current
Infiniti QX80 (Front) - photo courtesy of Infiniti
Infiniti QX80 (Rear) - photo courtesy of Infiniti
Infiniti QX80 (Interior) - photo courtesy of Infiniti
Summary
The Infiniti QX80 is essentially a Nissan Armada with a somewhat nicer interior. It was named the QX56 when it debuted in 2011 and was renamed to the QX80 in 2014. The QX80 received a facelift in 2018, followed by a mid-cycle refresh in 2022 (coinciding with the Armada).
Warranty - New
Information is as of 2022 model year
- Limited: 4 years/60,000 miles
- Powertrain: 6 years/70,000 miles
- Safety Restraint System: 5 years/60,000 miles
- Corrosion (Perforation Only): 7 years/unlimited miles
- Seat Belt: 10 years/unlimited miles
- Emissions: 8 years/80,000 miles
- Roadside Assistance: 4 years/unlimited miles
- Accessories: 1 year/12,000 miles – covers genuine Infiniti accessories included with vehicle at the time of sale
- Trip Reimbursement: Yes
Extended Coverage
Infiniti offers extended coverage through their “Elite” plans.
Warranty - CPO
Information is as of 2022 model year
- Repair Deductible: $50 per visit
- Limited: No additional coverage
- Powertrain:
- Vehicles with up to 15,000 miles are covered up to 6 years/75,000 miles from original in-service date
- Vehicles with over 15,000 miles but less than 60,000 miles are covered up to 6 years/unlimited miles from original in-service date
- Roadside Assistance: Up to $100 or 250 miles
- Rental Car: $35/day up to 5 days
- Trip Reimbursement: $500
Extended Coverage
Infiniti offers extended coverage through their “Elite” plans.
Verdict
Pros
- Comfortable ride
- Engine is dependable and makes good power
Cons
- Bad fuel economy
- Feels dated compared to luxury competitors
- Lacks many of the luxury features of its competitors (panoramic sunroof, heads-up display, massage seats)
- Not enough of an upgrade over the Armada to justify the price difference
Reviews
Consumer Reports
- URL: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/infiniti/qx80/2022/overview/
- Overall score: 58/100
- Road test: 68/100
- Predicted reliability: 2/5
- Predicted owner satisfaction: 2/5
Other Outlets
- Car & Driver: https://www.caranddriver.com/infiniti/qx80
- Motor Trend: https://www.motortrend.com/cars/infiniti/qx80/
Specifications
All figures are as of 2021 model year.
- Transmission: Jatco 7-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: RWD standard, full-time 4WD optional w/ 2-speed transfer case
- Electronically locking center differential standard on 4WD models
- Electronically locking rear differential not available
- Base curb weight: 5678 lbs
- Max cargo capacity: 95.1 cu ft
- Seating: 3 rows
- Rear leg room: 41.0 in
- Towing capacity: 8500 lbs
Engines
Nissan VK56VD - 5.6L V8
Power Figures
- 400 hp
- 413 lb-ft
Fuel Economy
- 16mpg combined
- 14mpg city
- 20mpg highway