The 2025 Infiniti QX80 Is Large, In Charge, And... Firmly Sprung? | 2025 QX80 Review

[@radudeATL]

I started to watch a review of this vehicle on a different channel, but I just couldn’t do it. This is the definitive channel for auto reviews.

[@bobbbobb4663]

Hi Joe Raiti

[@senatabazi1658]

Hi 2redline

[@mackmittenz01]

If it doesn't have a Doug score, is it even a legit vehicle 🤷🏿‍♂️😅

[@alexanderdeburdegala4609]

@@mackmittenz01 Doug is entertaining, not accurate lol

[@hertzair1186]

Agreed…Alex is the most watchable.

[@Tinrs80]

Im just proud to see Infiniti put in some effort and i hope it sells good.

[@phillipvelednitskiy6881]

I mean this in the best way possible, I hope they sell so many that cars and parts become dirt cheap. This new generation is so well designed it’s iconic

[@nick66rc2x]

Best time to buy the 2021 QX80s.

[@javierduran1390]

Looks so much more luxurious than the Lexus GX or LX. Lexus definitely dropped the ball with its latest interior designs

[@damilolaakanni]

Personally I'd rather have a used LX570 (or 200 series Land Cruiser). It's luxurious enough for me without the excessive tech and turbocharged engine.

[@naveenthemachine]

No kidding. Toyota and Lexus really dropped the ball in just about every new model

[@dtay8913]

This was insanely overdue for an update. I still like the escalade over this although I'm very interested to see what the new navigator brings.

[@sammehta98]

If it’s anything like the new Nautilus I’m guessing it’ll be a hit. Might even be better than the Escalade.

[@dynamicremakes5592]

The Escalade power train leaves a lot to b desired it’s the slowest in the segment and the worse on gas

[@faheemabbas3965]

@@sammehta98and that thanks to the auto union, we’re getting a hybrid Navigator as well (yes, it’s confirmed).

[@phillipvelednitskiy6881]

@@faheemabbas3965 so?

[@hieuluu2]

The one thing you have to keep in mind is....the dealership experience. I've owned an Infiniti QX60, Chrysler 300C, BMW M3, Honda Odyssey, and a Jeep Cherokee. By far, the Chrysler/Jeep dealership experience is the worst. If you are paying $100k for a car/SUV, you expect the dealership experience to matched the price, not with Chrysler/Jeep. From the moment you drive up to the service bay to the moment you leave, it makes you wonder if you should have bought something else. I've experienced this at multiple Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealerships. Brought my Cherokee in for a navigation screen not working, all 4 door handles coming off, sunroof won't closed, and passenger window won't open, all under warranty. 2 weeks later picking up the vehicle, I go to closed the window, won't closed, the navigation screen still frozen, passenger window won't opened, but they did replaced 4 door handles. Service manager apologized, it was on the service order but they "forgot", brought in it for 2 more weeks, they only fixed the passenger window, apologized again, brought the suv to another Jeep/Chrysler/Dodge dealership ship, same thing. Never had any issue with Ford, Infiniti is on par with BMW, very clean and modern, you got snacks, sandwiches, cold and hot drinks, fruits waiting for you, loaner car (you can picked from several models), it feels more like a high end dealership and treating you like they are thanking you for buying their products. We saw a Wagoneer at a carshow, my wife really was digging it, I asked her if you dig it enough to go back to the Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep dealership, she quickly walked away.

[@joecool9739]

The Lexus LX and GX are not luxurious I was expecting them to have a similar interior to the LS, which would have been beautiful...but they dont look different than regular Toyota interiors

[@naveenthemachine]

It’s safe to say the GX and LX have ostensibly been discontinued

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

​@@naveenthemachine oh u poor naveen it's Genesis which is discontinuing their models😂😂😂

[@joecool9739]

@@ibrahimbashir6634 Genesis vehicles have much better interiors than Lexus regardless of them being continued or discontinued

[@damilolaakanni]

Genesis has the best interior in this segment...only that they don't (and probably won't) compete in this segment. The largest they'll probably go is the large end of the midsized three row segment (QX60, Aviator etc competition), and it will most likely be electric only.

[@sentiencepsn2714]

6:44 what? It’s body on frame, old school rugged, but they decided to omit the two speed transfer case? Weird decision. Was impressed up until this point.

[@ALMX5DP]

Lexus and some Cadillac dont have it either. It's just not a desirable feature it seems for the demographic who typically buys these luxo barges.

[@bobbbobb4663]

If Nissan wants to do it right, take all the off road Patrol goodies and throw them on the Armada.

[@InvestBetter.]

Interesting that the Sensory model was priced @ $100,645, not just under $100k. They should know how important that $100k barrier is for buyers, and how that deter buyers Did Infiniti really need $650 dollars?

[@rightlanehog3151]

Alex, Let's be very diplomatic and say the pricing is........ ambitious. To use a sporting metaphor, swinging for the fences is very bold when you are batting around 125. 😉😉

[@jeffreypaul9428]

Yep, 112k for a Nissan. Nope.

[@michaelfearney6696]

@@jeffreypaul9428to be fair you could make that comment about Cadillac Lincoln Lexus and Jeep. Which at that point you might as well by a German. But considering that’s what everyone drives maybe you want to be a bit different.

[@faheemabbas3965]

Yep, Nissan should go out of business. Nope.

[@hertzair1186]

@@michaelfearney6696agreed, and the Lexus and Infiniti will be the reliable ones.

[@coolamazon123]

The review I was waiting for, a good review like always Alex!

[@klyded8523]

Alex I love your channel but can you please provide cargo numbers behind second row and show it as well as that's what people care about??

[@Atreides217]

Gorgeous - love it! Awesome, in depth video as always.

[@carloscarter9429]

I have a 2021 Nissan Armada Platinum. If that new Armada does not have a 2 speed transfer case, forget about it. All that money and no 2 speed transfer is ridiculous. At least Lexus didn’t ditch the off road chops. I will probably never take it off road, but it is nice to know you can.😊

[@justSTUMBLEDupon]

This car would be GREAT for a drive in movie

[@yippie6862]

It's amazing that vehicle so tall can have so little headroom. It's just ridiculous.

[@Germancog]

Body on frame

[@yippie6862]

@@Germancog I guess. Just seems like they could have designed the sunroof better to give more headroom.

[@G-Rated]

@@yippie6862 Poor design and ergonomics altogether which is what I’m beginning to pickup on. It’s like the vehicle’s interior was designed first and then they begin to think about actual people having to occupy the space later.

[@FantomLightning]

If I won the lottery or suddenly ended up with a job that would make this attainable this is what I would buy. I trust it to be more reliable than any of the American options, and likely better than the Lexus considering their recent engine issues. I’ve always been impressed how much smaller both previous versions of Armada/QX56/80 felt to drive than they were so glad to hear that feeling remains.

[@Lex_in_WDM]

Why is nobody talking about how dumb the layout is of that front seat center console? With the cupholder in the charging place lid open, there is nowhere to put your elbow when you’re driving or in the passenger seat. And I heard one you say that that top is not even soft material so it hurt his elbow.I drive 90% of the time with my left hand on the steering wheel in my right elbow resting on that center console in my Tahoe. The way this layout and material is, it is a dealbreaker.

[@ALMX5DP]

Seems okay to me where the driver's elbow would be normally resting on the rear cooler lid portion, and the front phone charger cubby is large enough that most of the time it'll be able to remain closed when you want to rest the remainder of your arm.

[@naveenthemachine]

Rest in peace Lexus. The qx80 has done the unthinkable: they’ve ostensibly discontinued the Lexus LX from existence Well done Infiniti. You came back

[@G-Rated]

I agree.

[@Aaroncito77]

except, no one buying the LX600 would seriously consider this as a contender. simply because it’s too forward looking. Infiniti has definitely made a comeback but they have a a long ways to being even Lexus adjacent.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@Aaroncito77 no the lx600 is far worse. It looks significantly worse, the interior is significantly worse, the tech is significantly worse, interior space is significantly worse, driving experience is significantly worse and the pricing is significantly worse

[@Aaroncito77]

@@naveenthemachineworse is subjective. worse to you is better to LX600 buyers. it’s simpler. antiquated? maybe. but that’s what the old people who buy it want. familiarity. ease of use. you really think if Lexus, a subsidiary of the 2nd largest automaker on the planet, wanted to produce something like this- they couldn’t?

[@naveenthemachine]

@@Aaroncito77 they couldn’t make a competitive luxury car if they tried. They can’t. They just cannot afford to compete. Also I’m not the only one who thinks the Lx is subpar.

[@EscutCavaller007]

Excellent review--very professional!

[@DavidRC-m9w]

Infinity is doing it right. Using real wood trim and very rich interiors. I don’t know what happened to Lexus, but they have definitely fall off the bandwagon and this is coming from a 18 year Toyota/Lexus fanboy. I am so disappointed in the new generation Lexus vehicles, we have our eye on QX 60 for our next vehicle because it literally is a next level upgrade compared to what Lexus has to offer

[@naveenthemachine]

I used to be a fan of Toyota and Lexus for a while. That’s why I bought a 2020 Camry XSE v6 But since then Toyota has been so disappointing with their newest models. How can they perfect the Camry but screw up everything else? As time went I started to lose faith instead of looking the other way. They’ve been so disappointing lately I can’t believe we live in a world where infiniti has surpassed Lexus and Lexus is becoming what Infiniti used to be: irrelevant and ostensibly nonexistent

[@DavidRC-m9w]

@@naveenthemachine I know so crazy!

[@naveenthemachine]

@@DavidRC-m9w I used to be a fan of the brand and I went far as to looking the other way. But unfortunately reality has bitten me back. That’s how I became the infamous Toyota hater on the internet even though I own a Toyota Camry v6

[@VictorNoelCoryPaz]

Excellent review, definitely one of the most professional reviewers out there.

[@steverogers7211]

That center console area makes no sense. They seem to have forgotten about the gear selectors and just stuck them randomly there..

[@deadbot61]

It’s to increase the storage below the center console

[@paul5683]

Once you start using a push button gear selector, you'll like it.

[@williamgburnett]

Be interesting to see if Infiniti updates their other SUV offerings to match the updates in this three-row model: updates which seem pretty darn good!

[@LitfinA]

They did with the qx60 already

[@tempestv8]

How is the park brake actuated? Is it a foot operated pedal or a push button switch somewhere?

[@mikemiller1502]

Great video! Thank you for sharing.

[@Orginal_Sinner]

The only thing I wish more Full size SUVs had was more adjustable seats. Only the Grand Wagoneer and Navigator have highly adjustable seats. For that money all those Big SUVs should have that.

[@rtcturnemup7028]

With the upcoming redesigned Escalade, competitors might want to keep the heat hot. I believe this or the upcoming navigator might be an issue for Escalade

[@pryme2013]

The navigator has never been an issue for the Escalade.

[@rtcturnemup7028]

@@pryme2013 what I said was “ the upcoming navigator “ … and actually the navigator led the segment before the Escalade started becoming popular ( thanks to rappers and appearances from movies )

[@G-Rated]

Allow me to just say that Jeep has lost their damn minds. I knew they were heading for a brand identity crisis when the Jeep Grand Wagoneer started $12,000 above a Cadillac Escalade. Jeep is not a luxury brand, and as long as they sell things like the Renegade, Cherokee, and Wrangler, they never will be.

[@naveenthemachine]

But the grand wagoneer has one of the nicest interiors in the segment. Don’t worry about the brand.

[@G-Rated]

@@naveenthemachine It does have a nice interior but the brand who’s trying to sell it to me certainly _does_ matter.

[@naveenthemachine]

@@G-Ratedwell the fact that Jeep who’s not a luxury brand can craft such beautiful interiors like that should make you think

[@ClonewarswarsClone]

@@naveenthemachine Stellantis has terrible electronics though, people are not happy with the grand Wagoneers as they are being recalled for qc as we speak

[@sprague49]

@@naveenthemachine Jeep not being a luxury brand just means you'll be dealing with salesman who are used to selling Wrangler's to weekend warriors. Luxury is about the dealer experience as much as the vehicle.

[@w4ld-39]

Kinda wished they introduced more interior colour combos 🤷🏻‍♂️ off-white or beige colour for me Plus i think they didnt take a thought about changing the tire/wheel size 🤔 looks significantly small compared to its body 🤏🏻🤏🏻🤏🏻 Maybe some big ass spacers will do the job?

[@mike44nh]

Tire size? Gas mileage? What does the rear cargo area look like with the 3rd row seats folded?

[@angellastragarcia4018]

Which of these big usv have the best massage seats in the 1st and 2nd seats

[@G-Rated]

The center console is a cluttered mess with all of those cubbies and the direction they open. I watched Car Confections review and apparently that massive front row center console isn’t padded either. The second row center console has a glass touchscreen glued to it, I wonder how many trips to the third row that’ll survive before the screen gets cracked. How do you up the price for everything you’ve stitched & wrapped up in leather but didn’t care to provide any padding underneath to make sure the cabin also feels comfortable? Attention to details, comfort & interior intuitiveness are definitely areas where the Cadillac is more polished.

[@Lex_in_WDM]

Agreed. The front center console is a huge mistake. You couldn’t even have the charging space open because your elbow will rest on it. How do you mess up such an easy thing?

[@G-Rated]

@@Lex_in_WDM Yes I’m uncomfortable just looking at it because I wouldn’t have any place to rest my right arm. Nissan was overly eager and too focused on getting that Cadillac interior style down packed that they forgot about the attention to detail and the Cadillac *feel.* Current Escalade front rows are going to feel way more comfortable than this. Huge misstep.

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Excellent video Alex.

[@legambaz]

Awesome interior. The seats looks comfy and the whole place looks so spacious. Great for those long trips. Exterior styling is ok. Nothing to shout about and the rear lights aren't nice at all.

[@scottstarck293]

But is it down to get the friction on?

[@martinboelter1401]

Thank you, Alex for the review. I said it before, I really liked the previous version and I wonder if Infinity has done enough for this new model. First, the engine choice, yawn. Give it T least a decent battery so Mama Bear can get some shopping and errands done. And if you do a new vehicle in this class in 2024, try to stand out a little bit. Where does this vehicle stand out in any way, shape or form? I just don't see it. Where is the chauffeur version with two seats, back sliding doors and a divider. Where is the "long family trip" version with entertainment screens and a fridge? Where are the flat folding second row seats so the kids can take a nap and be quiet? Where is the power outlet and the dedicated, secure storage spot for the Xbox or PS5? Where are the blinds for all the rear windows to completely darken it so the baby can go to sleep? Why can't you turn the second row seats towards the rear with an optional table in between so we can play some board games or the oldest daughter can feed the baby or change the diapers on the fly? Why not have some dedicated option packages like that? Right now, Infinity has a nicely updated vehicle which really doesn't stand out. It's probably great and all, but in my opinion, they missed a lot of opportunities here. They made a competitor. What they should have made is a game changer. And I just don't see it.

[@bigd7386]

Sounds like you want a Bentley Minivan. We know Nissan is working with limited resources and all of that would have jacked up the cost of development and the MSRP even more. To say they are righting their ship, they did a pretty good job of making something competitive. I'm sure as sales pickup, they'll add more on the top end in future updates.

[@chuckback73]

17 mpg and premium gas....still terrible

[@mastuned]

Always has been I hoped the turbo engine would help

[@korvics]

Alex. A GLS450 with many options checked off is 97-99k. It's a V6. Air suspension. And I'd argue it blows this Infiniti out of the water. So I am genuinely confused when you say GLS "is a lot more expensive"...

[@Ezone_X]

The best keypoints here in new QX80 just like the new Patrol Y63 is MADE IN JAPAN, so expect the longetivity and reliability sameway as the tiny Lexus LX600

[@mccortezy]

I would like the top trim without the air suspension. Also, i am really not confident in the v6. I am looking for long- term durability.

[@AUTOMOBILZ]

The logic behind using a V6 to push the same mass you were previously using a V8 for is hilarious, and then justifying it by slapping on a bunch of turbos. Real world driving this engine will get the same or very similar mpg as the V8, it’s all propaganda to appease the tree huggers!

[@ctbryant09]

It's known to be massively expensive to create an all new vehicle, and just sell ONE vehicle based on it in a market where there was no update for over 10 years.....Will Nissan take this and bring back the Titan?

[@wchardin]

I miss the front seat scores!

[@Mgoblagulkablong]

What's the point in designing and building such a huge and heavy vehicle, but giving it so little cargo space behind the 3rd row? This would make much more sense if it was 1ft longer.

[@westibbs]

Crazy that all that extra power on paper for the turbo 6, it’s no faster than the old tried and true 5.6L V8. It’s no secret which engine I’d prefer. Seems like the previous gen QX80 is the way to go, especially for value.

[@bigd7386]

I think the old V8 was very underrated, and this one may be more realistic in it's rating.

[@fcex558]

No hybrid or PHEV?! No sale! Next.

[@carmas54]

No wireless CarPlay?

[@ronaldforrest5321]

wheres the rear seat entertainment screens😢

[@ryanv6785]

It's ridiculous in this day and age that HUD is still only optional in this price range.

[@heut4384]

Yes, this New 2025 QX80's better than Escalade.

[@Alrounderrrr]

Way more reliable

[@padfoo]

The first real review of this vehicle, TFL please take notes!

[@pryme2013]

TFL isn’t a review channel. Alex destroys any “review” those guys have ever done. They’re a popcorn channel but the context has been very stale over there.

[@dennwilliams3342]

I was just one day old when I just found out about the Infiniti logo 🤯🤯🤯

[@bearstokes9030]

For me I'm on the fence between grand wagoneer or thus vehicle

[@RajaSekar-USA]

My Camry smog test donot shows catalytic converter details without check engine lights. They ask me to drive but no luck.pls advice how to proceed

[@kenl.3775]

Betteridge's law of thumbnails strikes again

[@mudurmudur3819]

Lexus lx600 is holding value strong 💪

[@naveenthemachine]

No it’s not. LX600 is the worst suv in its class. It’s the Mitsubishi mirage of the segment where in just about every single way it badly falls apart

[@danieljohnson4418]

This looked like a compelling product for approximately 2.5 weeks. Then GM revealed the 2025 Cadillac Escalade.

[@us1fedvet]

You remain the definitive vehicle review. This vehicle not ready for prime time.

[@mervinprone]

The Japanese and Koreans are experts at imitation. This is like a poor mans Range Rover, they even called their trims autobiography! And that engine is phenomenal. It will surely be reliable, they’ve used it forever.

[@鈴木三郎-u4l]

Koreans are following Japan as a model.

[@denisilyayev1878]

cool but for 100k not cool at all

[@dynamicremakes5592]

This or the gls580?

[@damilolaakanni]

Reliability aside, Range Rover.

[@james2042]

Im more curious about the armada to follow this. The interior of this thing is a joke, i wonder if the "volume model" will handle things like the center console

[@khimmy6171]

Lol… you would need a ladder just to check a dipstick

[@brooklynknightss]

Better !!!!!! Then the caddy

[@SgtNuker]

I hope the buyers of this behemoth like fingerprints and scratches, because that's all they're going to see on the center console. Yikes. Strike One: huge connected screen for the dash and center plus a screen for HVAC ... ick. Strike Two: Push button gear selection Strike Three: Piano black EVERYWHERE.

[@cormacsage7126]

Masculinity handsome but front could be tougher

[@gamelauncher9821]

This Infiniti QX-80 is on-par with everything else in this class like the LX, GX which is not as impressive, especially since the engine is shared with the tundra which at the moment it’s breaking apart/turbo waste-gate so they might eventually start acting up too. The Jeep Grand-W is hideous plus it’s stellantis product so no. The X7 has a horrendous front end, the GLS looks like a bubble and overprice. The Escalade has always been the best minus the roof leaks. The Navigator is a fancy expedition that’s still can’t create its own identity. Range Rover it’s expensive as hell and with proper maintenance it could last. And I almost forgot the all new Sequoia probably the cheapest but it’s too expensive for a Toyota plus, it also shares the same engine as the tundra that’s not gonna turn out well. We don’t have anything Audi, Porsche, Genesis and Volvo but for the best built quality goes the X7, LX,GX and the QX-80.

[@puwazatza]

11:26 the most expensive trim but cheapo plastic buttons just like 2005 Camry. enough reasons why Japanese cars are no longer as sexy as they used to be...

[@TheCarCrazyGuy]

I don’t know why they didn’t shrink down the V8 and put twin turbos on it.

[@G-Rated]

This is what I’m hoping Cadillac does for the next generation Escalade and their new V8. They’re working with a massive 6.2L and they’ve already experimented with a hot “V” configuration twin turbo V8 with the hand-built CT6-V Blackwing motor. I hope a version of that makes it’s way into the Escalade as the new base motor. 🙏

[@AUTOMOBILZ]

Absolutely but they had to appease the tree huggers, hence the V6 sounds better on paper.

[@damilolaakanni]

The V6 was for "less emissions". That's what they all say. What's the point if it gets the same or worse fuel economy than the V8?

[@FionatheFiend]

I'm really trying to like this car but my gut feeling just outright rejects it for now. Perhaps over time it will grow on me. The older model is a tank and the V8 made it a true beast that can take anyone anywhere across the country without breaking down.

[@joetacchino4470]

This thing is hideous. I absolutely hate the front end,.,sorry Alex. Divorced headlights should be banned from all automotive design.and that’s the thing I dislike the least.

[@oompa02]

Won't sell well at those high prices, especially at 100K or more.

[@Mercer1012]

$110K+ and no thigh extender...why?

[@LetMeCook86]

15 mpg…😂😂😂👎🫏

[@mavi1819]

Will done

[@Bshere]

Would only drive this if i was compensating for something tiny.

[@labigq]

I like it a lot, but not to the level I like the Escalade.

[@malandvulamachawe6323]

Who started this monster grill craze?

[@puwazatza]

BMW fosho

[@life-pm5xl]

When I win the lottery I will buy 2.

[@whiteandnerdytuba]

Gx lx aren’t competitors, wagoneer has so many problems only an idiot would buy one, navigator and Escalade are ancient. If the qx80 didn’t get an engine downgrade it would be the obvious choice

[@rromancunard]

7 passengers with a small trunk for the bags. 😊 Probably buy new clothes but for return with the new clothes, mmm or probably are billionaires and leave the clothes, but if are billionaires this car no is for they because are Rolls-Royce, helicopters or private jets for travels. The Cadillac Escalade with the big trunk win for all kind of people. 🏆💗👏🏼👏🏿👏👏🏻👏🏽. The new Infinity is a new advance but need again be better, is other standard big suv with some luxury but need more comfort for alls passenger with the luggage without sacrifice the long distances trips enjoying this new model.

[@hastensavoir7782]

BETTER. It’s like Escalade and GLS combined.

[@user-ss3ud7pp7f]

Good review. Americans love these gargantuan resource wasting boxes, and at crazy prices too. I think it’s just status that people want. I mean General Motors makes an electric hummer ! I’d rather have something simpler and fun to drive. I just don’t get this my trucks bigger than yours thing. Just a ridiculous status symbol.

[@fastskipper777]

What about bench seats? I hate the captains chairs. They are useless.

[@i0001w]

tire presser maybe above 45-50 PSI

[@deldeek]

this twin turbo will not out last the good ol v8

[@luisvargas1541]

Qx80 Para mi compite con land rover por el lujo pero es mejor la qx80 saludos

[@georgedoolittle7574]

Cylons attack!

[@Bshere]

New transmission eh? Prolly still using plastic parts…Now with more finely tuned planned obsolescence. 🙂‍↔️

[@dennwilliams3342]

Might as well get a Range Rover for this price point ….

[@Argelius1]

Infiniti still makes cars? ;-)

[@shanelen]

good luck with the trans😭

[@ajshapiro1269]

V6... Gone. Done. Don't care. Not buying an SUV of that size without a V8.

[@inchlorIentztJiIu]

No thank you I’ll take the Escalade

[@jd5179]

Full sized BAE

[@Bshere]

Oof the buttons for gear selectors 🤮 lol this is supposed to be l u x u r y. Y no fancy crystal gear selector?

[@elihernandez330]

In summary no

[@jimbrutan_senior]

But Escalade is not good, at least Lexus