The Infiniti QX80 is a SUV built from 2014 to 2026 over 2 generations. Most were assembled in Japan — 100% of those on record. Between 2014 and 2026 it grew 8 cm longer and gained 87 kg. Engines offered: V6, V8. Worth buying? It holds up well, with the usual caveat about model years at 4.0/5 — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the QX80 is
The Infiniti QX80 is a SUV that Infiniti built from 2014 to 2026 — 13 model years. Our measurements put it at 2 generations, the current one starting in 2025. It has been offered with V6, V8 power. Its closest sibling in the Infiniti range: QX60.
Where the QX80 is built
A badge says where the company is registered; the VIN says where the car was bolted together. We counted the first three characters — the manufacturer identifier — across 124 QX80s on record.
| Assembled in | Share | VIN starts with | Years seen |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | JN8 | 2014-2026 |
Check your own: the first three characters of a Infiniti VIN decide which of these 2 lines your QX80 belongs to. What every character in a QX80 VIN means →
Got the full 17 characters? A free VIN check on a Infiniti QX80 adds what the decoder can't see: open recalls, theft and total-loss records, and the safety ratings for that exact build.
QX80 generations, and what changed
These boundaries are not copied from a brochure — they fall out of the measurements. Where the QX80's length or wheelbase jumps between consecutive model years the platform changed: a facelift moves a bumper by centimetres, a new generation moves the whole car — for the QX80 that gives 2 distinct generations below.
| Generation | Length | Wheelbase | Weight | vs previous | Weight change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014-2024 | 529 cm | 308 cm | 2611 kg | - | - |
| 2025-2026 | 537 cm | 308 cm | 2698 kg | +8 cm | +87 kg |
Between 2014 and 2026 the QX80 gained 8 cm in length (+1.5%) and 87 kg in weight (+3.3%). Cars did not so much grow as thicken — crash structures, airbags and equipment weigh more than the metal they replaced, and on the QX80 that is 87 kg against 8 cm. Full dimensions by year →
Infiniti QX80 tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment QX80 owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Infiniti QX80 have? Power & range
The Infiniti QX80 is offered with 2 powertrains — 3.5L 6-cyl, 5.6L 8-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 2 for the Infiniti QX80, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.5L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | RWD | Premium |
| V8 | 5.6L · 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | RWD | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Infiniti QX80 tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Infiniti QX80 is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your QX80's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
The QX80 by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Infiniti QX80. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | QX80 | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Recalls | 31 campaigns | NHTSA, all years |
| Owner complaints | 125 filed | What breaks and when |
| Reliability | 4.0 / 5 | Best and worst years |
| Crash safety | ★★★★ NHTSA | Frontal, side, rollover |
| Insurance | $1,434/yr | Estimated full coverage |
| Used value | 397 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Infiniti QX80?
The QX80 is a SUV, built from 2014 to 2026 across 2 generations. Engines offered: V6, V8.
Where is the Infiniti QX80 made?
Across 124 cars in our records the split is: Japan (100%). The first three characters of a VIN identify the plant's manufacturer and country — that is where these shares come from, not from a press release.
How many generations does the QX80 have?
2 by our measurements, the latest starting in 2025. We draw the boundaries where length or wheelbase jumps between model years — a facelift moves a bumper, a new generation moves the whole car. Over its life the QX80 grew 8 cm longer and gained 87 kg.
What is the Infiniti QX80 warranty?
New models carry 4 years / 50,000 miles basic cover and 6 years / 70,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the QX80 reliable?
It scores 4.0/5 in our data. The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific QX80?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Infiniti Q50 | 2014–2026 | 31 | 31 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Infiniti QX60 | 2014–2026 | 33 | 26 mpg | 4.5/5 |
| Infiniti G37 | 2008–2013 | 22 | 22 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Infiniti G35 | 2003–2009 | 19 | 20 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Infiniti Q60 | 2014–2022 | 16 | 25 mpg | 4.0/5 |
| Infiniti QX50 | 2014–2026 | 23 | 27 mpg | 4.5/5 |
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