What’s the difference between the 2022 INFINITI QX60 and 2022 INFINITI QX80, and which of these luxury SUVs is right for you? Both models are big on interior luxury and sleek exterior style. But each SUV appeals to drivers with slightly different priorities. Let’s take a closer look.
Price
The 2022 QX60 is a three-row, midsize luxury crossover SUV that starts at $46,850. Compared to the QX80, it delivers impressive, family-friendly luxury at a lower price. As a crossover, the QX60 has a car-based chassis that improves handling in a tight spot.
Meanwhile, the 2022 QX80 is a traditional full-size SUV, which means it sits a three-row cabin atop a truck-based chassis. This setup improves both off-roading and towing capabilities. And, as an INFINITI flagship model, the QX80 interior is downright opulent. But the QX80 also comes with a higher price, starting at $70,600.
Power & Performance
With its powerful V6 engine and dynamic handling, the 2022 QX60 is a very accommodating daily driver. Its nine-speed automatic transmission is new for the 2022 model year, and it does a lot to create a smoother, more refined performance than in previous QX60s.
2022 INFINITI QX60 performance features:
- 3.5L V6 engine (295 horsepower, 270 lb-ft of torque)
- Nine-speed automatic transmission
- Front-wheel drive
- Optional all-wheel drive
- 6,000 lbs max towing
For more power and rugged capabilities, the full-size QX80 is your best bet. This luxury SUV is available with four-wheel drive, supplying maximum traction on a muddy trail. And the QX80 also improves towing performance, making it the better choice for drivers with oversized boats or campers at home.
2022 INFINITI QX80 performance features:
- 5.6L V8 engine (400 hp, 413 lb-ft of torque)
- Seven-speed automatic transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- Optional four-wheel drive
- 8,500 lbs max towing
Interior Space
When it comes to seating, the QX80 is a little wider, offering a few extra inches of hip and shoulder room in every row. And, since the QX80’s roof doesn’t have a stylish slant, it also offers a few extra inches of rear-seat headroom compared to the QX60. Finally, as a full-size SUV, this INFINITI also gives you a little extra cargo space, with 16.6 cubic feet behind the rear seats.
Although the QX80 is technically a little more spacious, the QX60 is still a very roomy option for you and your family. Interestingly, the QX60 provides just over 2 inches of extra legroom than the QX80, so tall drivers might find it more accommodating. Behind the rear sets, this midsize crossover SUV provides 14.5 cubic feet of cargo space.
Luxury Features
Both the 2022 INFINITI QX60 and QX80 are loaded with luxury features, including standard leather upholstery, heated steering wheel, LED headlights, and a power liftgate. Inside, you’ll also find INFINITI’s new infotainment system, with its 12.3-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.
The QX80 comes standard with a few extra features, including a 13-speaker Bose audio system. (The QX60 comes standard with a nine-speaker sound system.) Both models offer an optional 17-speaker Bose premium audio system, however.
And, of course, both luxury SUVs offer a variety of trim models and options to help you create an even classier daily cruise.
Choose Your INFINITI SUV
In the end, the 2022 QX60 is an excellent choice for drivers who want a luxurious cabin, easygoing handling, and a lower price. The 2022 QX80, on the other hand, was built for families who also want three rows of upscale comfort, but with the added benefit of four-wheel drive, extra towing capabilities, and a longer list of luxury features.