The Infiniti QX80 drops the V8 and replaces the Cadillac Escalade with modern luxury

Infinity begins the regeneration of its products and the presentation of new ones the QX80 model. The choice is wise, because the SUV is the flagship of the brand and a window on its future direction. The new generation of the luxury SUV, named Z63, was already a demand, as the current model has been on the market for 14 years, it was first launched in 2010 and later underwent two revisions in 2015 and 2018.

QX80 from 2025 clearly plays with the past, but at the same time adopts the simplified design language of Infiniti. “Art in Motion”predicted by the hypothesis QX monograph. The result is a stunning design that is clean and familiar.

Some of the biggest changes are up front, where we get a new iteration of the dual grille. This one is inspired by the organic shapes of the bamboo forest and is illuminated Infiniti logo. Next to the grille are split lighting units and vertical air curtains that help improve the aerodynamics of the boxy frame.

Scalable design this also continues at the rear, where the long, flat engine cover folds into a taut work. The streamlined look is enhanced by new integrated door handles and updated air vents in the front fenders.

The most striking feature is the new passenger cabin, whose black pillars give it a sleek look. Amount of D it is also reduced and at the same time emphasized by the wavy element, which shows that this model is a longer version. Automatic.

The evolutionary design continues at the rear, where there are modern tailgates and full-width headlights. This includes more than 300 LED diodes and is designed to look like “quiet reflection of light on the surface of water”.

Let’s stick to the lights. The new QX80 has a system The way of light, which is part of the reception. As the owner approaches the vehicle, the door handles automatically extend, the Infiniti logo illuminates, and then the daytime running lights are activated. Light rail system then it forms an attractive winged shape on the ground.

Under the hood, the old 5.6 liter V8 has been replaced with a new one V3.5 for 6 liters and turbocharger. Although it may sound like a reduction, the engine produces 336 kW (456 hp) and 699 Nm of torque. This means an increase of 37 kW (51 hp) and 139 Nm of torque, which should silence the defenders of the slogan “no displacement compensation”.

That’s not the only change, as a seven-speed gearbox replaces the new one. nine-speed gearbox. Infini claims it will offer “responsive steering and excellent highway handling.”

Rear-wheel drive is standard on the Pure and Lux ​​versions, while the Emotionally in Automatic four wheel drive. The SUV also offers air suspension that can lower the car by 71 mm or raise it by 61 mm for off-road driving.

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