INFINITI QX80 (2027)

Kelley Blue Book is positive but clearly reservations about the Infiniti QX80. They praise its striking design, upscale cabin, powerful and smooth twin-turbo V6, spacious third row, quiet highway manners, and surprisingly composed handling for such a heavy SUV. However, the QX80’s harsh, sloppy around-town ride, weak brakes, mediocre fuel economy, imperfect materials, limited driver-assistance technology, and frustrating lane-centering system undermine its six-figure price. KBB views it as a compelling road-trip and towing vehicle, but recommends skipping the Sport trim for the more generously equipped Autograph.

Redline Reviews is highly impressed by the 2026 INFINITI QX80 Sport, calling it a more appealing flagship SUV and a convincing alternative to pricier rivals. The reviewer praises its commanding design, upscale dusk-blue cabin, comfortable three-row space, strong 450-hp V6, quiet ride, towing ability, and generous equipment for the money. He also appreciates its practicality over the Lexus LX and sees the Sport’s styling-focused upgrades as worthwhile. Reservations include a firmer ride, enormous size, small underfloor cargo area, no soft-close doors, occasional retractable-handle glitches, and slower-than-expected 0–60 performance. Overall, enthusiasm is strong, with value as the central argument.

Kirk Kreifels remains highly enthusiastic about the INFINITI QX80, calling it his favorite full-size body-on-frame luxury SUV and “S tier.” He praises its striking design, smooth 450-hp twin-turbo V6, strong handling, comfortable seats, spacious windows, and upscale materials. His criticisms are detailed but mostly refinement-related: mediocre fuel economy, intrusive engine stop-start behavior, a truckier ride than the Lexus LX or Escalade, no soft-close doors, awkward capacitive steering-wheel controls, easily opened console lids, slow rear power seats, and missing rear sunshades. Overall, he considers these frustrating oversights rather than dealbreakers, especially given the QX80’s exceptional luxury presence.

Car Confections is strongly impressed by the 2027 INFINITI QX80, especially its powerful twin-turbo V6, exceptionally comfortable ride, and surprisingly controlled handling for a body-on-frame SUV. The reviewers consider its driving dynamics a standout over the Escalade and Navigator, while praising the adult-friendly third row, flexible cargo space, upscale materials, and excellent Klipsch audio system. Still, enthusiasm is tempered by the high pricing, mediocre ambient lighting, limited massage function, hard second-row armrests, louder road noise, and rear-seat space that trails key rivals. Overall, the QX80 feels like a compelling, distinctive luxury alternative rather than an unquestioned value leader.

Ben Hardy is highly impressed by the INFINITI QX80, calling it exceptionally comfortable, quiet, refined, and smooth. He praises its silky twin-turbo V6, supportive massaging seats, air-suspension ride, upscale materials, strong insulation, excellent audio system, and distinctive cabin design. The main drawback is an overreliance on digital controls, while the Nissan Armada offers nearly identical driving performance for roughly $30,000 less. Hardy’s key insight is that the QX80 feels more luxurious and status-oriented, but the Armada is the smarter value—and its slightly rugged character may suit some buyers better.

David Chao is exceptionally enthusiastic about the INFINITI QX80, calling it a potential “diamond” among luxury three-row SUVs. His hands-on audit finds excellent panel fit, solid paint and glass thickness, a quiet, upscale cabin, impressive audio, and a smooth, V8-like twin-turbo V6 with strong steering feedback. He prefers its design and driving feel to his Lexus GX 550 and possibly the LX, while acknowledging weaker resale value, less intuitive controls, and a Sport trim that is mostly cosmetic. He ultimately favors the cheaper Nissan Armada for value but strongly recommends the QX80 for luxury buyers.

Sam CarLegion is highly impressed by the Infiniti QX80, ultimately choosing it over the Navigator and Grand Wagoneer. He praises its sharp redesign, premium cabin, excellent visibility, strong 450-hp twin-turbo V6, surprisingly efficient real-world fuel economy, and composed, surprisingly agile driving feel for such a large SUV. The QX80 feels more driver-focused and substantially improved over its boat-like predecessor. He concedes that its third row trails the Grand Wagoneer, the cabin is less lavish than the Lincoln’s, and its suspension can feel slightly firm, but considers its pricing especially appealing and calls it an underrated, mechanically sharp luxury SUV.

Discerning Cars views the 2027 Infiniti QX80 positively, but only at the right price. He praises its spacious, practical cabin, strong 450-hp twin-turbo V6, 8,500-pound towing capacity, and generous entry-level equipment. The Luxe and Sport trims seem like the smartest choices, while the Autograph is difficult to justify without a steep discount. His biggest concerns are the 2027 price increases, merely average fuel economy, excessive touchscreen reliance, and weaker lease incentives. Overall, he considers the QX80 a compelling value versus rivals such as the Escalade—provided buyers negotiate roughly 10–12% off MSRP.

Autoblog presents the 2027 Infiniti QX80 in a measured, mildly positive light. Its main appeal is affordability, with every trim priced below 2026 models despite a higher destination charge, while the Luxe adds optional ProPILOT Assist 2.1 for hands-off highway driving. The familiar 450-hp twin-turbo V6 and 8,500-pound tow rating remain compelling, alongside generous standard technology and comfort equipment. Still, this is more of a pricing and specification update than a full review, with no firsthand driving impressions or meaningful criticisms of performance, ride, or usability.

Kelly Stumpe is highly enthusiastic about the redesigned Infiniti QX80. She calls its refreshed interior and exterior design an overdue, impressive return to form, saying Infiniti has finally brought its “A-game” against rivals like the Escalade and Navigator. She also appreciates practical family-focused updates, including improved third-row legroom, a car-seat tilt function, and added third-row tether anchors. Her enthusiasm is tempered only slightly by acknowledging that the QX80 is not perfect, with a fuller assessment promised in a forthcoming tour.