Infiniti loaded the deck with the redesigned QX80, moving its large luxury SUV further upscale.
It gains 50 hp, thanks to its smooth and punchy 450-hp, 3.5-liter turbocharged V6.
A new nine-speed automatic is slick and responsive.
The ride is comfortable, and the lavishly furnished cabin is very quiet.
Whether in rear- or four-wheel-drive versions, handling is surprisingly responsive for such a large coach.
Adaptive suspension comes on most trims and is capable of lowering the ride height for easier access.
Controls are a mixed bag; it takes some concentration to interact with the faraway center touchscreen through the steering wheel buttons, and the push-button gear selector is a nuisance.
Premium features designed to rival the most prestigious competitors include large screens and power-adjustable second-row seats with massage.
Infiniti changed the QX56 name to QX80 from 2014 onward. With the 2011 redesign, the big Infiniti moved to a new platform.
It also became a plush luxury liner with a quiet, well-equipped cabin and a supple, steady ride.
However, its high step-in, ungainly handling, and fuel economy of just 15 mpg overall are detriments.
Standard safety features include stability control, traction control, and antilock brakes.
Options include blind-spot warning, adaptive cruise control with automatic braking and lane-departure warning.
Optional for 2014 is Infiniti's Backup Collision Intervention, which emits audible and visible warnings when objects are detected behind the vehicle during reversing maneuvers.
The system can also stop the Infiniti to prevent collisions.
For 2019, forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection are standard.
Other updates include standard blind spot warning and a rear-seat reminder system so parents don’t leave children behind when exiting the vehicle. Updates for 2022 include a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, wireless Apple CarPlay compatibility, wireless smartphone charger, and a Bose sound system.
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