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INFINITI QX80

Infiniti Overhauls QX80 Trims and Makes This Important Safety Feature Standard

September 25, 2020 by admin 1 Comment

Infiniti’s big SUV features new trim names and standard SRVM.



2021 Infiniti QX80 Review


The QX80 remains the top model in Infiniti’s product line, a full-size SUV with room for eight. The current generation rolled out in 2011 as the QX56 and was given a new name when it received its first facelift in 2014. In 2018, the QX80 received its second refresh and for 2021 Infiniti debuts new trim names: Luxe, Premium Select, and Sensory. The latest model is in Infiniti showrooms.

The other change of note is that this marque’s smart rearview mirror (SRVM) is now standard. We’ll detail what this system is about following our dissection of the trim groupings.

We reviewed the 2020 Infiniti QX80 here. Given that the changes involve trim packages and the SRVM, we’ll focus on the updates here.

Shoppers might also consider two other Infiniti utility vehicles: the two-row QX50 and the three-row QX60.


Performance Highlights

Every 2021 QX80 is powered by a 5.6-liter V8 engine with 400 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque. Power routes to the wheels employing a 7-speed automatic transmission.

Notably, all three trims come with standard rear-wheel drive and available four-wheel drive, a $3,100 upgrade. Infiniti calls the system “all mode,” which means it can operate in three positions: AUTO, 4HI, and 4LO. The first setting mimics all-wheel drive as power shifts to all four wheels automatically, as needed.

We found the big V8 more than sufficient for the task at hand. It reminds us of something the Detroit 3 make, with its naturally aspirated design, whooshing sound, and ample grunt. It supplies engaging steering, very good handling, and a comfortable ride thanks to its rear automatic self-leveling suspension.



Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission, this SUV pulls up to 8,500 pounds. It comes with a trailer tow hitch.

In four-wheel-drive guise, the QX80 manages most off-road places just fine. On gravel roads, we didn’t need to switch to 4HI, but did. In a few places where clay, puddles, mud, and dirt were common, the QX80 prevailed. We’ve never taken a large SUV to an off-road course, mostly because of its girth. That said, its 9.2-inch ground clearance means capable approach, break-over, and departure angles. While doubtful many buyers of a luxury SUV have that in mind, it’s still attainable.

Luxe – From $70,445

There is no strip model in the Infiniti QX80 lineup. The standard Luxe trim comes with automatic LED headlamps, power-folding and heated side mirrors, and 20-inch all-aluminum wheels. Upgrading to select metallic exterior color choices adds $695.

Inside, the seats are covered in leather and feature a 10-way power driver’s seat with 2-way lumbar support. That seat is very supportive for tall individuals and is all-day comfortable. Other features include wood accents, a power third-row split-bench seat, and second-row captain’s chairs. Those seats are nearly as comfortable as the front thrones. As for the third row, the seats are sufficiently padded, but the legroom is very tight. We’d reserve that seat for youngsters only.

On the tech front, the Luxe comes with a 7-inch touch-screen display, a 13-speaker Bose audio system, navigation, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone compatibility, Bluetooth, satellite radio, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.

The list of safety features is impressive and includes forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection, predictive forward-collision warning, backup-collision intervention, lane-departure warning, lane-departure prevention, blind-spot warning, blind-spot intervention, and an around-view monitor. Full-range cruise control is also included.

Swapping out the captain’s chairs for a bench seat is a no-cost upgrade. We highly recommend it if the eighth seating position is not needed.



Premium Select – From $75,440

The middle of three QX80 trims features black touches across the grille, trim, and mirror caps. Matching 22-inch dark finish forged aluminum-alloy wheels add pop.

Inside, the Premium Plus offers upgraded trim and additional seating colors.

Sensory – From $81,595

While the changes from the Luxe to Premium Select trims were modest, upgrading to the Sensory level delivers a more comprehensive adjustment in features. Our test model was the Sensory 4WD, therefore we’re most familiar with what this one offers.

A pair of mechanical offerings exclusive to this trim are worth noting. To begin with, this one adds hydraulic body motion control. Although you won’t take corners with abandon, the system noticeably reduces body roll and that’s laudable. The second feature is the vehicle speed-sensitive power steering. Here, the steering lightens as the speed increases.



This trim offers more chrome highlights than the other two and has forged aluminum-alloy wheels to match. An adaptive front lighting system with automatic-leveling headlights is also included.

Inside, the Sensory lives up to its name with the Charcoal Burl trim with gradient finish. The semi-aniline leather seats are extra plush and beautiful to behold. Heated and ventilated front seats are standard; models with the optional second-row bench seat benefit from outboard heated seats.

As for tech features, this is precisely where the Sensory pulls out all the stops. To begin, a 17-speaker Bose audio system is included. Further, a rear-seat entertainment system features a pair of 8-inch displays. Other improvements include an additional USB port and a 120-volt power outlet. The power outlet is one feature we’d love to see offered on the other trims, but it isn’t.

About SRVM

We like tech features as long as they do what they’re purported to accomplish. Some driver-assist features are annoying, but there isn’t anything we hate more than automatic on/off engine shutoff that cannot be contravened by the driver.

One of the more useful features offered by Infiniti is its nifty SRVM system. The system utilizes the rear-view mirror, easily switching between a standard mirror and an LCD monitor that benefits from a rear-mounted camera to display a high-definition image. In effect, the system “looks past” obstacles such as lighting, passengers, and cargo to supply a clear view of what’s behind the vehicle. We like this feature because of the extra safety measure it provides.



Competitive Set

Each of the major luxury marques offers a large SUV. This wasn’t always the case as the BMW X7 is a more recently offered model.

Besides BMW, shoppers might compare the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator. Both offer something that the Infiniti does not: standard and stretched wheelbase versions.

The Mercedes-Benz GLS Class, Lexus LX, and the Land Rover Range Rover Sport are other models to consider. The competition is tough, but we think this Infiniti holds its own.


Our Recommendation


As much as we enjoyed the Sensory model, we think the standard Luxe trim has many of the creature features customers want built in. Thanks to every safety feature made standard, the Luxe has much to offer.

We would consider upgrading to four-wheel drive, given that the system mimics all-wheel drive when roads are slippery. The added measure of grip support can certainly come handy on slick roads and not just where icy or snowy conditions prevail.



2021 Infiniti QX80 Specifications


Infiniti 2021 QX80
Segment Full-size luxury SUV
Price Range $69,050 to $83,300
Destination Charge $1,395
Standard Engine 5.6-liter, V8
Horsepower 400 @ 5,800 rpm
Torque (lb.-ft.) 413 @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission 7-speed manual
Seating 7 to 8
Curb Weight (pounds) 5,678 to 5,813
Wheelbase (inches) 121.1
Length (inches) 210.2
Width (inches) 79.9
Height (inches) 75.8
Head room (f,r…inches) 39.9, 40.0, 36.8
Legroom (f,r…inches) 39.6, 41.0, 28.8
Shoulder room (f,r…inches) 63.8, 63.5, 60.5
Hip room (f,r…inches) 59.2, 58.4, 48.8
Storage (cubic feet) 16.6/49.6/95.1
Gross vehicle weight rating (pounds) 7,300 to 7,435
Towing (pounds) 8,500
Payload (pounds) NR
Fuel premium
Fuel Tank (gallons) 26.0
EPA Fuel MPG (city/highway/combined) 14/20/16
Manufacturing Plant Japan

Data compiled by Tom Keegan. Specifications supplied by the manufacturer.


See Also — New and Improved! 2019 Infiniti QX50

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Filed Under: New Vehicle Reviews Tagged With: BOSE, four-wheel drive, INFINITI, Infiniti QX56, INFINITI QX80, luxury, SRVM, SUV

Bold and Beautiful: 2020 Infiniti QX80

February 7, 2020 by admin 3 Comments

This beefy QX80 is the largest of four Infiniti utility vehicles.

The Infiniti QX80 is part of a niche cohort of full-size luxury SUVs. It goes up against some very heady competition, including the Lexus GX, Cadillac Escalade, Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class, Lincoln Navigator, Land Rover Range Rover, and the BMW X7. The segment remains robust as more than half the players are new or feature updated models. Soon, a Genesis GX90 model will join the fray.

The current or second-generation model rolled out in 2010 and was once known as the QX56 until Infiniti overhauled its model naming convention in 2014. Largely the same since then, the QX80 received refreshes in 2014 and 2017. For 2020, a special Edition 30 Package rolls out, offering a tribute to this marque’s 30th anniversary.

2020 Infiniti QX80 Overview

Other changes for the year include now standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone compatibility and a new infotainment interface. Infiniti offers the 2020 QX80 in Luxe RWD ($66,750), Luxe 4WD ($69,850), and Limited 4WD ($91,450) trims. Add $1,395 for the destination charge.

The Edition 30 Package ($3,500) is available with the Luxe trims only. It brings in such features as a black front mesh grille, black mirror caps, dark chrome exterior parts, special badging, 22-inch, dark forged aluminum-alloy wheels with black center caps and 275/50R22 H-rated all-season tires, first-row illuminated steel kick plates with EDITION 30 inscribed, and a graphite headliner, sun visors, sun shades, and pillars. Our test Luxe 4WD model was dressed accordingly and retailed for about $75,000.



Aged to Perfection

Okay, this is an exaggeration. The Infiniti QX80 hasn’t aged to perfection, but the current look simply looks great. This SUV has a commanding presence with its oversized chrome-edged grille, narrow headlamps, and broad lower intake that combine sportiness with luxury. The look is even a bit intimidating and that’s alright.
This SUV’s long profile features a raised beltline, extended roofline, chrome embellishments, and nifty wheel designs. This is where the Infiniti shows its age. From the rear, an oversized liftgate dominates; chrome trim connects the taillamps and covers the top of the bumper.

Inside, the cabin is large, quiet, and nicely appointed. There is ample room in the first two rows. The third row is a tighter fit, although the flip and fold forward captain’s chairs make it easy to get back there.

Depending on the trim, you’ll find such features as quilted leather seats, leather trim, wood and metal touches, power-adjustable and heated front seats, and second-row captain’s chairs are additional other highlights.
If you need room for eight, you can swap out the captain’s chairs for a bench seat – but only do this if you must as the second-row thrones are almost as comfortable as the front seats. Among the upgrades are cooled front seats, heated captain’s chairs, and various accessories.

Storage is excellent with ample door pockets, closed compartments, drink holders, and other places to stash stuff. Cargo space measures just 16.6 cubic feet behind the third-row seat. Behind the second row, it measures 49.6 cubic feet. Behind the first row, you’ll find 95.1 cubic feet. It doesn’t match the long-wheelbase versions of the Cadillac and Lincoln models, but it is within the range of the BMW and Mercedes-Benz.



Tech & Safety

The biggest tech need for the QX80 was resolved this year. All models now come with an Infiniti InTouchTM System with an HD twin-screen display, a new 7-inch TFT meter display, and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. These features put Infiniti in the thick of the luxury SUV segment, delivering the amenities customers want and expect. They also build on the 8-inch touch-screen display, navigation, and standard 13- or available 17-speaker Bose audio systems that are also present.

Also available is a rear entertainment system (Theater Package, $2,000) with dual eight-inch screens. This package allows second-row passengers to play their games or movies, a great way to keep the children occupied on those excursions away far away from home.

On the safety front, you’ll find such features as forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, an enhanced rear-view mirror, predictive forward collision warning, blind-spot warning with blind-spot intervention, and lane departure intervention. These features are standard on the top trim or a $2,200 ProAssist Package upgrade on the Luxe.



Under the Hood and On the Road

Every Infiniti QX80 comes with a 5.6-liter V8 engine generating 400 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque. Power travels to the rear or all four wheels utilizing a 7-speed automatic transmission. If the engine sounds familiar, you’re correct: it powers the Nissan Armada and the Nissan Titan/Titan XD. It isn’t uncommon for brands to share a big V8 – witness the 6.2-liter V8 powering the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, GMC Yukon/Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Chevrolet and GMC trucks.

There are always pros and cons to such a big engine. On the plus side, this engine puts down excellent power. When properly equipped, it pulls up to 8,500 pounds. On the flip side, it runs on premium gasoline and its 13/19/15 mpg city/highway/combined fuel economy is about as low as you can go.

But the QX80 is all about the performance, something that’s quite evident as soon as you pull away from a stop and while passing. Its weight isn’t much of a factor, even though the QX80 approaches three tons without payload.
Decent handling and firm braking are two of this model’s strengths. But keep in mind that its girth and high profile mean carefully entering corners and pulling out of the same. Kudos also for a comfortable ride and the interior quiet to go with it.

An air suspension is available, which supplies a more comfortable ride. You can also opt for 22-inch wheels, but these may diminish ride quality.



Parting Thoughts

Now in its eleventh year, the Infiniti QX80 has aged well. Interim refreshes have benefited the exterior the most.

Inside, the cabin still looks good, although the bar is now set much higher with the likes of the Lincoln Navigator. A future model may have a twin-turbo V6 engine and a 10-speed transmission, but for now, we have a powertrain that no longer seems ahead of the curve.
We think most people will choose the base model, select a few packages, and pay between $75,000 and $80,000 to outfit their QX80.



2020 Infiniti QX80 Specifications


Infiniti 2020 QX80
Segment Full-size luxury SUV
Price Range From $68,000
Destination Charge $945
Standard Engine 5.6-liter, V8
Horsepower 400 @ 5,800 rpm
Torque (lb.-ft.) 413 @ 4,000 rpm
Transmission 7-speed manual
Seating 7 to 8
Curb Weight (pounds) 5,679
Wheelbase (inches) 121.1
Length (inches) 210.2
Width (inches) 79.9
Height (inches) 75.8
Head room (f,r…inches) 39.9, 40.0, 36.8
Legroom (f,r…inches) 39.6, 41.0, 28.8
Shoulder room (f,r…inches) 63.8, 63.5, 60.5
Hip room (f,r…inches) 59.2, 58.4, 48.8
Storage (cubic feet) 16.6/49.6/95.1
Gross vehicle weight rating (pounds) 7,300 to 7,385
Towing (pounds) 8,500
Payload (pounds) NR
Fuel premium
Fuel Tank (gallons) 26.0
EPA Fuel MPG (city/highway/combined) 14/20/16
Manufacturing Plant NR

Data compiled by Tom Keegan. Specifications supplied by the manufacturer.


See Also — New and Improved! 2019 Infiniti QX50

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Filed Under: New Vehicle Reviews Tagged With: Edition 30, four-wheel drive, INFINITI, INFINITI QX80, luxury, SUV, V8 engine

The Luxurious and Capable
2019 Infiniti QX80

November 1, 2018 by admin 2 Comments

Infiniti’s largest model combines power with luxury.

The QX80 is the largest of four Infiniti utility vehicles.
The QX80 is the largest of four Infiniti utility vehicles.

Large, luxury sport utility vehicles are the ultimate expression of a brand’s strength and visibility, as these models utilize much sheetmetal and girth to convey a powerful image. The QX80 offers a clear demonstration of Infiniti prowess, while also surrounding passengers with comfort and opulence.

The 2019 Infiniti QX80 is a full-size luxury SUV with room for seven or eight. This model comes with a V8 engine matched with an automatic transmission. Customers have a choice of rear- or four-wheel drive. This model is available in Luxe and Limited trims.

New for 2019 is a Limited trim with standard four-wheel drive and special colors. Now standard this year are forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, and emergency braking.

Exterior Features: Infiniti QX80

Copious amounts of sheetmetal is not the lone marker of a big SUV. It is what the manufacturer does with that canvas to make it stand out.

The 2019 QX80 features a bold front fascia marked by an oversized mesh grille. A wide lower grille opening, sleek headlamps with LED accent lighting, and a massive hood complete this SUV’s frontal expression.

2019 Infiniti QX80

Along the sides, the QX80’s size becomes more apparent with its long roofline and high beltline. Defining characteristics include pronounced wheel wells, vent ports, and an ample greenhouse. From the rear, this SUV has narrow wraparound tail lamps with LED accent lighting. Infiniti connects the lights with metallic trim. Metal trim also graces the top of the bumper at the liftgate.

Standard features include automatic headlights with high beam assist, LED fog lights, 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, power heated and folding side mirrors, running boards, a roof rack, a power moonroof, and a power rear liftgate. The Limited edition adds such features as under running board welcome lighting, stainless steel touches, and an adaptive front lighting system.

Interior Features: Infiniti QX80

How do you like your cabin? That’s a question Infiniti’s designers sought to answer by dressing this SUV in lavish leather with very comfortable seats up front and near equally comfortable captain’s chairs in the second row. Even the third-row bench seat is plush and supportive.

Optionally, Infiniti supplies 8-passenger seating by replacing the middle-row seats with a bench seat. But that makes for a less comfortable seating area and also restricts third-row legroom. If there is a downside to this Infiniti’s cabin, it would be the standard cargo space. Measuring just 16.6 cubic feet, you’ll need to stack most items or fold part or all of the rear seat as needed.

2019 Infiniti QX80

Infiniti utilizes a fairly traditional cabin layout with a layered dashboard, analog instrument panel dials, and an upright center stack. That stack has its share of switches and dials for controlling climate, audio and navigation functions. The quilted center console cover is one of several refined points in the cabin.

Standard equipment includes full power accessories, power front seats with lumbar support, heated front seats, three-zone climate control, and a power third-row seat. Upgrades include illuminated kick plates, cooled front seats, heated second-row seats, and semi-aniline leather.

Safety and Technology Highlights

Luxury vehicle shoppers expect a long list of technologies and the 2019 QX80 does not disappoint. Beyond the power tilt-and-telescopic steering column, this model has a 13-speaker Bose audio system, Bluetooth, four USB ports, auxiliary audio input, and navigation. My top-trim Limited model came with a 15-speaker Bose audio system and a Theater Package with a pair of 8-inch color monitors, wireless headphones, input jacks, and a 120-volt outlet.

2019 Infiniti QX80

Beyond the standard rearview camera, forward collision warning, and forward emergency braking with pedestrian detection, Infiniti offers other features. These include intelligent (adaptive) cruise control, distance control assist, blind spot warning, lane departure warning, lane departure prevention, and backup collision intervention.

Crash test scores are either incomplete or unavailable. That said, the Infiniti QX80’s large size works to its benefit. And when equipped with a full suite of driver-assist features, it raises the safety quotient accordingly.

On the Road With the 2019 Infiniti QX80

Start the ignition and the Infiniti Q80 comes to life in a big way. In a significant, loud way that is.

The QX80’s V8 engine makes its presence known, emitting a noisy and sustained whoosh once it starts. That cacophony may seem counterintuitive to how a luxury model should sound, but make no mistake about it: this Infiniti has the performance to sustain its size.

2019 Infiniti QX80Once you shift into gear and move forward, the engine sound eases to a sustained hum. At work is 400 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque, an ideal amount of performance for this big SUV. Infiniti matches this engine with a 7-speed automatic transmission that fires off gears quickly and without drama.

My test Limited model with standard all-wheel drive, supplied a very comfortable and smooth ride. Under hard acceleration, the V8 responded with copious amounts of power and the attendant whoosh, moving this near three-ton utility vehicle with ease.

Steering is light to the touch and this Infiniti supplies ease of handling. It feels much lighter on its “feet” than its size would suggest, something that should ease the minds of shoppers who might think this SUV would behave otherwise.

If you want to take this SUV off-road, you can. You have the usual 4-Hi and 4-Lo settings and various modes to play with, including snow. It is doubtful you’ll do much off-roading with it anyway, but rest assured that with its standard kickplates, you can.

2019 Infiniti QX80

Fuel economy is not one of the QX80’s strengths as this model makes 13 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway (1 mpg less than the two-wheel-drive model). But that’s roughly in line with competing models.

If you tow, the QX80’s 8,500-pound trailering capacity shouldn’t be overlooked. It edges the Cadillac Escalade with 8,100 to 8,300 pounds available and finishes just ahead of the Lincoln Navigator’s maximum 8,300-pound capacity. It also comes with an automatic leveling rear suspension and a tow/haul mode.

Parting Thoughts: Infiniti QX80

The QX80 does everything it needs to do to keep Infiniti shoppers in the brand fold. It is one of four utility vehicles offered by Infiniti, although if you need room for seven, the QX60 crossover should also be explored. The QX60 offers larger standard cargo space too, but then it can’t approach the QX80’s lofty towing capacity.

As for model choices, the standard Luxe model is a very good place to start. It costs $65,100 ($68,200 with all-wheel drive). The Limited with standard four-wheel drive ($89,800) adds every conceivable option and supplies exterior and interior embellishments not found with the base model.

2019 Infiniti QX80

 

2019 Infiniti QX80 Specifications


  • Sticker price from $66,395 (including $1,295 destination)
  • Price as tested: $91,500
  • Seats 7 or 8 passengers
  • 5.6-liter 32-valve V-8 gasoline engine
  • 400 horsepower @ 5,800 RPM
  • 413 foot-pounds of torque @ 4,000 RPM
  • 3.86 inches bore by 3.62 inches stroke
  • Engine compression ratio: 10.8-to-1
  • 7-speed automatic transmission
  • Wheelbase: 121.1 inches
  • Length: 210.2 inches
  • Width: 79.9 inches
  • Height: 75.8 inches
  • Passenger volume: 167.9
  • Storage volume: 16.6 cubic feet
  • Towing capacity: 8,500 pounds
  • EPA: 14/20 mpg city/highway (2WD) 13/19 (4WD)
  • Premium grade gasoline recommended
  • Fuel tank: 26 gallons
  • Curb weight: 5,679 pounds (2WD); 5,926 (4WD)
  • IIHS safety rating: Not rated
  • Limited vehicle warranty: 48 months/60,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty: 72 months/70,000 miles
  • Corrosion warranty: 84 months/unlimited miles
  • Vehicle assembly: Yukuhashi, Japan

2019 Infiniti QX80


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Filed Under: New Vehicle Reviews Tagged With: 2019 cars, 7-SPEED TRANSMISSION, four-wheel drive, INFINITI QX80, SUV, V8 engine

Juking With a Nissan NISMO RS

July 3, 2015 by admin 1 Comment

Nissan JUKE NISMO RS

2015 Nissan JUKE NISMO RS.

The Nissan Juke is so ugly that it is beautiful. Its design is polarizing, the dimensions seem too short, but this tiny crossover sport utility vehicle is simply a hoot to drive. That’s something I can personally confirm, having spent three times in the past four years driving one.

The Juke is now in its fifth model year and a second generation model should debut in 2016. That’s important to know because the segment Nissan essentially helped get started has since been joined by a slew of new models, including the Chevrolet Trax, Honda HR-V, Jeep Renegade, Fiat 500X and very soon the Mazda CX-3. Auto Trends expects Ford and Toyota to join the fray in the near future as well.

Other Juke competitors include the Kia Soul and the Mini Cooper S. The Volkswagen Golf SportWagen is yet another model that might also be considered.

Consumers who opt for the Juke are all in — they either like or look past the exterior styling and focus on the performance. Consider the Nissan Versa’s mass when sizing this model and you will realize just how small it is. That there are only 99.6 inches between the wheels amplifies its limited interior, but the NISMO (NISsan MOtorsports) version seems roomier thanks to the front Recaro seats as they’re thin, thereby making the rear seat bearable for two, perhaps even for three in a pinch.

Nissan JUKE NISMO RS
Nissan JUKE NISMO RS

2015 Nissan Juke NISMO RS

My most recent time with this model enabled me to experience the best of what the Juke has to offer: a NISMO RS joy toy. Instead of supplying the standard 188 horsepower and 177 foot-pounds of torque, Nissan tweaked the 1.6-liter turbocharged engine by optimizing the engine control settings and revising the exhaust system for improved air flow. With these changes, Nissan lowered the compression ratio, effectively upping the performance quotient to 215 horsepower and 210 foot-pounds of torque.

So, what sets the NISMO RS ($28,020) apart from the S ($20,250), SV ($22,300), ($25,240) and NISMO ($24,830) trim levels? A number of things, including 215 horsepower versus the standard 188; improved aerodynamics and with the front-wheel drive model a helical-geared limited-slip differential, what sends more power to the front wheel with the most traction — effectively helping the car maintain acceleration during cornering.

Nissan Juke NISMO RS


2015 Nissan JUKE NISMO RS

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Nissan JUKE NISMO RS

My experience with the Juke confirmed Nissan’s claim that the rear differential enables the driver to maintain control what serves a dual purpose of mitigating torque steer. Just when you think that the wheels are about to slip beneath you, the differential kicks in to maintain composure.

Front-wheel drive is standard across the model line; all-wheel drive (a $2,000 option) is available. In the Juke NISMO RS, all-wheel drive (AWD) gives you torque vectoring to enhance handling. Besides moving power between the front and rear wheels, the AWD system automatically transfers power to the left or to the right. You also get the continuously variable transmission with standard paddle shifters.

Nissan JUKE NISMO RS

Styling, Speed and Control

As tested, the NISMO RS with front-wheel drive quickly picks up speed and zips down the road with authority. Its compressed mass and sub-3,000 pound stance mean that you will fool not a few people by its agility. The NISMO RS also benefits from changes to the front fascia and grille, modified to enhance airflow to the engine. The front end is lower and more aggressive with a more prominent upper grille. Additional changes to the wheels, body skirting and rear fascia provide a 37 percent boost in aerodynamic efficiency over other Juke models.

Inside, the most noticeable difference between the NISMO RS and the standard NISMO edition are the front seats. As mentioned earlier, they are Recaro seats, specifically the Sportster design. Consider these seats ideal for holding you and the front passenger in place as you make your maneuvers — they are just about as bolstered as any seat you will find and come trimmed with red-leather side bolsters and black suede center inserts. Embossed Recaro and NISMO logos and red stitching provide further showmanship.

Nissan JUKE NISMO RS

Nissan JUKE NISMO RS

Other details that set this top-end model apart from the pack is an “RS” design on the speedometer, a charcoal gray suede meter hood with red stitching, privacy glass, keyless entry with push button start, and automatic climate control.

Slip behind the wheel and you’re ready to embark on your NISMO RS adventure. But be forewarned: its off-the-mark acceleration won’t astound you and shifting between the first and second gear seems downright plodding. But, once you move up through the higher gears this model awakens and provides a lively kick.

Enhanced performance aside, the chief shining point for the NISMO RS is its sprightliness. Where you might otherwise feel inclined to brake as you corner, the Juke invites you to keep your pedal to the metal and keep moving. Despite its higher profile, the NISMO RS always seems grounded — much credit must be given to the improved chassis bracing and the limited slip differential. Without these two features you’d be fighting to maintain control.

Additional standout points include a super tight turning radius for excellent doughnut maneuvers and augmented braking that is fade free.

Nissan JUKE NISMO RS

NISMO: Performance Suited

To sum up, if you can overlook or accept the exterior design and focus on the NISMO embellishments, you will be rewarded with a capable and fun sports model costing you less than $30,000. That’s about $3,000 more than a Ford Focus ST, one of several performance models to be considered.

And as far as choosing front-wheel drive over all-wheel drive, it comes down to this: what importance do you place on shifting? FWD offers the manual and comes with the rear-diff. AWD gives you a CVT with paddle shifters and torque vectoring. If I were a betting man, NISMO fans would go with FWD and the four horsepower edge it provides over AWD.

Nissan JUKE NISMO RS



2015 Nissan Juke NISMO RS

  • Sticker price from $28,020
  • Price as tested: $29,315
  • Seats 5 occupants
  • 1.6-liter 16-valve four-cylinder gasoline engine
  • 215 horsepower @ 6,000 RPM
  • 210 foot-pounds of torque @ 3,600 to 4,800 RPM
  • 3.14 inches bore by 3.19 inches stroke
  • Engine compression ratio: 9.5-to-1
  • 6-speed manual transmission
  • Wheelbase: 99.6 inches
  • Length: 163.8 inches
  • Width: 69.7 inches
  • Height: 61.8 inches
  • Passenger volume: N/A
  • Storage volume: 10.51/35.9 cubic feet
  • Towing capacity: 8,500 pounds
  • EPA: 25 mpg city, 31 mpg highway
  • Premium grade gasoline
  • Fuel tank: 13.2 gallons
  • Curb weight: From 2,969 pounds
  • IIHS safety rating: Good, except Poor in small front overlap test
  • Limited vehicle warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty: 5 years/60,000 miles
  • Corrosion warranty: 5 years/unlimited miles
  • Vehicle assembly: Oppama, Japan

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Filed Under: New Vehicle Reviews Tagged With: INFINITI QX80, luxury, NATIONAL ZOO, SMITHSONIAN, sport utility vehicle, SUV, Washington

The Infiniti QX80 Goes to Washington

June 26, 2015 by admin 3 Comments

Infiniti QX80.
This Infiniti QX80 provided precisely 700 miles of driving pleasure.

When taking to the road, you need a reliable car. A meaningful bonus is any model that gets you there in style.

This past week an Infiniti QX80 was my weekly driver and I also received an added bonus of my own: permission to take it Washington, DC, and back, covering 700 miles with my two teenage sons who were along for the ride. It was a boys weekend out and the strapping QX80 supplied everything we needed to make the trip a thoroughly enjoyable one.

The Infiniti QX80 is the brand’s largest model, offering room for seven or for eight when the middle row seats are replaced with a bench seat. It was originally known as the QX56, with the “56” pointing to the model’s 5.6-liter, V-8 engine. Briefly, it sported the QX moniker alone before assuming its current name.

Beginning with the 2014 model year, Infiniti overhauled its naming convention and the big SUV assumed its current QX80 moniker. It is a second generation model, introduced in 2012 and eight years after the first model rolled out.

Notably, the first generation model was underpinned by the same platform powering the burly Nissan Titan pickup truck as well as the large Nissan Armada SUV. The current model is related to the Nissan Patrol, a vehicle that is not sold in the US.

In the QX80, Infiniti offers a compelling response to consider it over large, opulent SUVs such as the Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator. It also competes against the Audi Q7, Mercedes-Benz GL-Class, and the Lexus LX 570.

National Mall

On street parking near the National Mall.

2015 Infiniti QX80

The QX80 is one of four SUVs sold by Infiniti. A fifth model, the QX30 is on its way. The two-wheel drive model is priced from $63,250; the all-wheel drive model starts at $66,350.

Typical of Infiniti, you get one trim level and can build it out from there. But beginning in 2015, Infiniti has rolled out the Limited package to take this model to where no Infiniti has gone before. In other words, Infiniti has upped the craftsmanship quotient a notch to convey a vehicle that matches the top-of-the-line editions for what its competitors offer.

You will pay for this package too. Ultimately, it unites five distinct packages — driver’s assistance ($2,100); theater ($2,400); deluxe technology ($5,500); Limited ($10,000); and tire and wheel ($2,450). That’s about $22,500 of goodies that we’ll inspect at length later.

Infiniti pairs the QX80’s V-8 engine with a 7-speed automatic transmission. The engine makes 400 horsepower and bangs out 413 foot-pounds of torque. That’s puissant performance you need to move this three-ton beast. Thankfully, the powertrain is up to the task.

The Lincoln Memorial.

The Lincoln Memorial.

Tight Storage Space

Loading the QX80 means making an immediate decision: do I pack in the tiny storage area (16.6 cubic feet) behind the third row seat alone or make use of some other option. Folding the third row seat is possible if there are no more than four of you present, otherwise you will need to place your extra luggage on top. A long weekend away meant we brought with us a lot of stuff and what didn’t fit in the back we put on the floor in the third row.

Once you are packed, then get settled in. One of the goodies found in this model is an innovative DVD entertainment system with bright, 7-inch screens affixed to the back of the front seat headrests. My boys used it, loved it and you probably would too. The $2,400 price tag seems steep, but the theater package adds heated outboard second-row seats and remote tip and flip middle row seats too — an excellent feature to help you access the rear row.


2015 Infiniti QX80 Limited

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The Limited package took an already above the conventional model and makes it extraordinary. On the exterior, Infiniti matches the all-season rubber with natty 22-inch, dark chrome finish wheels. The “dark” leitmotif continues with the lens around the headlights and tail lights as well as to the exterior trim and roof rails. Stainless steel running board caps and illuminated kick plates add further lift to the visage.

Inside, take note of the upscale cabin replete with leather, ash wood trim, and an ultra suede headliner. Distinctive quilting on the seats, the storage compartments and door inlays add further luxuriance to the interior.

Golden Lion Tamarin

A golden lion tamarin at the National Zoo in Washington, DC.

Art

Some call it art.

Power and Towing Capabilities

Press the accelerator and the engine immediately responds with every horse that you need. The transmission shifts smoothly through all seven forward gears and brings this SUV up to highway speed without delay. It is easy to rely on the power to get the job done. Furthermore, that power provides 8,500 pounds of towing capacity if you are so inclined.

What the QX80 doesn’t do is deliver pleasing gas mileage numbers. In fact, each of my earlier tests of the Lincoln Navigator, Cadillac Escalade and an assortment of Chevrolet and GMC trucks reveals the same thing: you would be hard pressed to get better than 15 mpg. This SUV is EPA-rated at 14 mpg in the city and 20 mpg on the highway. We averaged 15.5 mpg and that was with cruise control active along the interstate.

Washington, DC, is not a vehicle-friendly city. The District does everything to discourage driving, by providing an excellent mass transit system composed of subways and buses. Trouble is, when you’re riding underground you miss what is going on above ground. And in DC that means everything.

And to emphasize matters, driving around the city is a BEAR, especially during the week. Fortunately, Saturday and Sunday were the days when we were in the city proper, staying 12 miles outside of The District each night.

National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Rising Up: a new National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Eschewing Mass Transit

Although mass transit was relatively close by, we chose to drive and headed straight to the National Zoo in the upper northwest part of the city. You can pay for parking or you can save $20 and park on the local streets. We chose the latter and found a space about four blocks away from the entrance. There was no need to parallel park this time around as we located an empty spot near a side street.

After the zoo, we drove through the city and stopped near Howard University for lunch. The GPS was precise, presenting clear instructions along the way, although we did figure that the Chick-Fil-A was located in the university, which was closed. Subway was another option and we managed to find a free parking lot nearby.

Once lunch was done we headed to the National Mall area. Our trip was composed of mostly Smithsonian destinations, which meant hunting for parking. Oh, there is plenty of off-street parking in our nation’s capital, but we managed to find a spot on the street directly across from the Smithsonian National Museum of American history.

GM EV-1

The GM EV-1 on display at the Smithsonian.

Parallel Parking: No Problem

Two things to keep in mind: you’ll be parallel parking a big SUV and you’ll also have to feed the meter.

The parallel parking wasn’t all that dramatic and you always have the rear view monitor to guide you. I ended up parking a foot out from the curb, then decided to move the QX80 within six inches to avoid a ticket from a pesky traffic attendant. Pay close attention to the meters too: we were limited to just two hours and made our plans accordingly. It was the only time we had to pay up. Fortunately, it took a credit card to cover my $4 fee.

There are plenty of other places around DC, where meters aren’t acting as sentinels in a bid to drain you of your cash. The National Mall area has on street parking sans meters and usually someone is pulling out as you want to pull in. You just may become a parallel parking pro, but please avoid curbing the beautiful wheels.

Safety Features Galore

Safety is a big deal for any model and the QX80 has you covered. You get backup collision warning, backup collision intervention (to apply the brakes if you don’t), blind spot warning, blind spot intervention (to move you back to your lane), lane departure warning, lane departure prevention, forward collision warning, and brake assist.

SUVs in this class routinely have some sort of adaptive cruise control. Infiniti calls it intelligent cruise control with full-range speed. The system adjusts the QX80’s speed according to your distance needs. You can also shorten or lengthen the space between cars, an entirely useful feature in heavy interstate traffic.

Washington, DC

Washington, DC, near the White House.

One feature we didn’t use because I am stubborn as a mule, is the Infiniti Personal Assistant. This service supplies a live assistant 24/7, an individual who will help you book hotel and restaurant reservations, make flight check-ins, and handle general trivia. If it works according to plan, you may have a better and more pleasant source than Siri. Infiniti offers this service to customers for the first four years of vehicle ownership.

As far as seating goes, the first and second row passengers have it all. When you get to the third row, the seat is best used by the smaller people in your family as the thigh support goes wanting and padding is not thick. This deficiency is typical in most three-row SUVs and should be kept in mind when considering the segment. One workaround is to explore the slightly smaller, but roomy Infiniti QX60, a crossover SUV with room for seven.

Off-Road Stoutness Too

Lastly, the body-on-frame Infiniti QX80 is entirely suitable off road as it is around town. To aid you in your quest, there is a big dial located between the stick shift and the storage compartment, one that controls four-wheel drive modes at the push of a button and a flick or two of the same. You get snow and tow modes here too — and for the sport-minded among us, you can turn off the stability control, if desired.

To sum up, the 2015 Infiniti QX80 meets expectations for the large, luxuriant SUV segment. In addition, it does this by offering an ideal blend of creature comforts, technology and performance, in a package that is evocative, swanky, and intrepid.


2015 Infiniti QX80 Limited

  • Sticker price from $66,350
  • Price as tested: $89,845
  • Seats 7 occupants
  • 5.6-liter 32-valve V-8 gasoline engine
  • 400 horsepower @ 5,800 RPM
  • 413 foot-pounds of torque @ 4,000 RPM
  • 3.86 inches bore by 3.62 inches stroke
  • Engine compression ratio: 10.8-to-1
  • 7-speed automatic transmission
  • Wheelbase: 121.1 inches
  • Length: 208.9 inches
  • Width: 79.9 inches
  • Height: 75.8 inches
  • Passenger volume: 167.9
  • Storage volume: 16.6 cubic feet
  • Towing capacity: 8,500 pounds
  • EPA: 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway
  • Premium grade gasoline recommended
  • Fuel tank: 26 gallons
  • Curb weight: From 5,888 pounds
  • IIHS safety rating: Not rated
  • Limited vehicle warranty: 4 years/60,000 miles
  • Powertrain warranty: 6 years/70,000 miles
  • Corrosion warranty: 7 years/unlimited miles
  • Vehicle assembly: Yukuhashi, Japan

2015 Infiniti QX80 and Washington, DC, photos copyright Auto Trends Magazine.


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Infiniti Q70: Refreshed and Extended

April 16, 2014 by admin 3 Comments

Available extended wheelbase model debuts.

The Infiniti Q70 is the flagship sedan for Nissans luxury brand, a model that has been refreshed for 2015. Dropping cover in advance of the 2014 New York International Auto Show, this sports sedan gains an extended wheelbase model, adding 5.9 inches between the wheels to optimize rear seating room.

The extended wheelbase model will be sold in North America and in China where stretched versions of competing models from Audi and BMW are popular. The 2015 edition receives an updated face with new headlamps, a double arch grille, and a new front bumper with integrated fog lights.

At the rear, the Q70 receives new LED tail lights, tweaks to the trunk lid, a new rear bumper, and a chrome finisher. Choose the Sport edition and this sedan is outfitted with 20-inch wheels and tires.

Infiniti Q70

2015 Infiniti Q70L debuts.

2015 Infiniti Q70 and Q70L

Rear-wheel drive remains standard; all-wheel drive is optional. Both the regular and extended wheelbase models offer two engine choices: a 3.7-liter V-6 and a 5.6-liter V-8. The V-6 makes 330 horsepower at 7,000 rpm and 270 foot pounds of torque at 5,200 rpm; the V-8 makes 420 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 417 foot-pounds of torque at 4,400 rpm. The V-8s numbers come in slightly lower for the Q70L. Both engines are paired with a 7-speed automatic transmission.

A Q70 hybrid model returns, outfitted with a 3.5-liter V-6 engine and an electric motor. The gas engine makes 302 horsepower and the electric motor adds 67 horsepower. The engine produces 258 foot-pounds of torque and the electric motor makes 214 foot-pounds of torque. Like the gas versions, the hybrid is outfitted with a 7-speed automatic transmission.

Cross Your Legs

Adding 5.9 inches to the wheelbase (7.3 inches overall) the big gains realized with the Q70L is in its rear seat leg and knee room. In the Q70, rear passengers have 36.2 inches of legroom. In the Q70L it measures 41.8 inches. Knee room measures 26.6 inches in the Q70 to 32.5 inches in the Q70L.

Infiniti claims that the Q70 comes in quieter, especially at high speeds. New noise insulation materials, additional sealing and stiffened wheels were among the changes Infiniti’s engineers employed to reduce noise. The sedan also makes use of active noise control monitors that effectively offsets sound from four speakers, technology Infiniti says makes it easier to hold conversations and to improve music enjoyment.

Safety and Security Features

The 2015 Infiniti Q70 also receives four new safety and security technologies including the predictive forward collision system introduced to the Q50 sedan last year. What this system does is sense the relative velocity and distance of both the vehicle in front of it as well as the one two places forward.

An around view monitor, backup collision intervention and forward emergency braking are additional enhancements for this sedan. Other safety equipment already available include intelligent cruise control, distance control assist, lane depart warning, lane departure prevention, and blind spot monitoring.

The Competition

With these updates, the Infiniti Q70 is better positioned to take on its competitors including the Audi A6/A7, the Jaguar XF, Lexus GS, BMW’s 5-Series, Cadillac CTS, and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Thats more good news for Infiniti dealers who are enjoying a 14 percent boost in year-to-date sales, doubling the pace of the industry.

Refreshed Infiniti QX80

Another Infiniti model refreshed for 2015 is the full-size QX80 sport utility vehicle. A restyled grille, new headlamps and tail lights, and the same safety upgrades available in the Q70 are present in the QX80 as well.

The model line also receives a new top-of-the-line Limited edition featuring smoked headlights and tail lights, 22-inch chrome wheels, semi-aniline leather seats and real ash trim. An ultra suede headliner is included as well.


See Also — Shapely Infiniti Q30 Makes its Global Debut

Filed Under: Auto Shows Tagged With: EXTENDED WHEELBASE, INFINITI Q70, INFINITI Q70L, INFINITI QX80, LEGROOM, luxury sedan, NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW, rear-wheel drive

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