The 2017 Infiniti QX80 is a full sized, traditionally styled SUV that is designed for the high-end market. Its exquisite design and features make it one of the most impressive SUVs going around.
Infiniti QX80 was redesigned first time in 2011 with minor upgrades from its previous version. At first, it was named QX4, then it was renamed in 2014. Now, in 2017 it has been upgraded to match the modern lifestyle and taste of the SUV enthusiasts and also to enhance its appeal as a more aggressive and powerful SUV than ever before. It comes with three trim levels; QX80, QX80 4WD and QX80 Limited.
Here is a full review of the new 2017 Infiniti QX80 while highlighting its dominant features including exterior, interior design, and performance along with other specifications.
The Exterior of the 2017 Infiniti QX80
Despite its luxurious acclaim, the exterior of the new Infiniti QX80 gives recognizable features of a complete SUV. With the high ground clearance level, thin profile and light side glass, the Infinite QX80 exterior plays the right part in showings its SUV features.
The front fascia showcases the typical mesh inspired, bold grille with an Infiniti logo. The sides shows sculptured lights, which are LED Signature Headlights. These are twin, multi-mode jeweled headlamps, accented by LED daytime running lights.
On the sides of the bonnet are the chrome finished fender vents, which aid in the smooth engine functioning. They also give an edgier look to the whole luxury SUV appearance.
All the trim levels of the 2017 Infiniti QX80 come with a sparkling chrome finish handles, the D-pillars angle, fender vents, the grille and door glass boundaries while the chrome finished aluminum tyres add to the assembly of its stunning features.
The QX80 Limited adds an even higher level of craftsmanship to the Infiniti QX80’s undeniable presence. Welcome lighting under stainless steel side steps, unique exterior badge, darkened chrome trim, and a dark-chrome finish on substantial 22-inch wheels, all translate into refined ruggedness.
Interior of the 2017 Infiniti QX80
The interior of the 2017 Infiniti QX80 is everything that a luxury sports utility vehicle should have. It is said to have a commanding luxury that allows you to immerse in the sophisticated interior.
It is a tasteful amalgamation of leather, burled wood and metallic trim, all arranged with logical controls and strong, masculine lines. The Infiniti QX80 can host eight passengers comfortably at a time.
The front seats have a heated system with power adjustments and available cooling. The memory system can adjust the driver’s seat, steering wheel, and the side-view mirrors to your personal settings.
2nd-row passengers enjoy abundant legroom in captain’s chairs with optional heating, or an available bench seat to accommodate up to eight. Available controls allow you to fold down and tip the 2nd-row seats forward for your guests with touch of a button, giving them easier access to the 3rd-row.
When upright, the 3rd-row gives you space for eight passengers. When the 2nd- and 3rd-row are folded down, you have access to 95.1 cu-ft of space for cargo or others with a virtually flat floor.
With a wheelbase of 121.1-inch, the interior of the QX80 is capacious, giving plenty of space to comfort all eight passengers.
Engine Specifications and Performance
The 2017 Infiniti QX80 is identified as a front engine, 4-wheel-drive, 4 door SUV. It is definitely a luxury on wheels, complementing with an exclusive engine type that will blow everyone’s mind with this SUVs performance. Following are some of the engine specifications:
Engine Type: 5.6-litre V8 with direct fuel injection
Horsepower: 400hp
Torque: 413 lb-ft.
Transmission: 7-speed automatic transmission
Test Acceleration 0 to 60 mph: 6.2 seconds
Towing Capabilities: 8,500lb
This V-8 is strong enough to provide adequate performance best suited for challenging road conditions. With its Hydraulic Body Motion Control System, it can easily monitor force and distributes variable pressure to either the outer or inner suspension.
The available Hydraulic Body Motion Control system also helps isolate the cabin from irregular road surfaces, so vertical motion is reduced over bumps and potholes and passengers can enjoy a smoother ride.
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Safety features
Infiniti QX80, like all other stunning specs and features, leaves no stone unreturned when it comes to the safety of the occupants of the car. This is one of the best car in its segment, because it brings some of the most advanced and functionally significant safety features as standard, making lives of car driver and passengers safer than ever before.
Listed below are the important safety features present in the Infiniti QX80:
- Forward Emergency Braking
- Predicative Forward Collision Warning
- Lane Departure Prevention
- Impact Protection
- Vehicle Dynamic Control
The 2017 Infiniti QX80 certainly justifies the theme “All Things Considered” around which it is built. Anyone who buys a 2017 Infiniti QX80, gets real value for their money as it really does not compromise on performance and advanced nature of its features and specifications.
Availability and Price of the 2017 Infiniti QX80 in the UAE
The 2017 Infiniti QX80 is available in the UAE in its two fundamental variants that have different prices. The base variant has a starting price of AED 279,000, while the high-end variant has the starting price of AED 315,000.
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