DecodedCars2023 Infiniti QX80
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- AWD 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 5.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 14 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- 210.2 in
- Curb weight
- 5,889 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 16 MPG combined, 21% below the 2023 standard SUV average of 20.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 23.7% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 8 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 Infiniti QX80 is a standard SUV offered with a 5.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 210 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,889 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway), 21% worse than the 2023 standard SUV average of 20.2 MPG, for an estimated $5,150 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2023
- Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 4 stars overall
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 QX80 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2023 QX80 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWD 4dr SUV | 210.2 in | 79.9 in | 76 in | 121.3 in | 67.7 / 68.1 in | 5,889 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QX80 2WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -21% | $5,150 | 552 |
| QX80 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -20% | $5,500 | 592 |
| QX80 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S7) | 4-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -20% | $5,500 | 593 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Infiniti QX80 SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 3★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.9% |
| 2023 Infiniti QX80 SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 4★ / 3★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 23.7% |
Similar 2023 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Infiniti QX80 (this car) | 16 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2023 Land Rover Range Rover | 23 MPG | Not rated | 17 |
| 2023 Lexus LX | 19 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2023 Lincoln Navigator | 19 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2023 BMW X7 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2023 BMW XM | 14 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS | 340 mi | Not rated | 8 |
Recalls (1)
Equipment › Other › Labels · Jul 15, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V455000 · 168,149 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Nissan Armada, 2011-2013 Infiniti QX56, and 2014-2027 QX80 vehicles equipped with 22" wheels. The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) listed on the certification label is incorrect, which can allow the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
- Risk
- An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will install new labels, free of charge. Additionally, Nissan will mail replacement labels to owners. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 2, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated Fall 2026. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R26B1 and P6A13/4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 16, 2026.
Not every 2023 Infiniti QX80 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 Infiniti QX80 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 1 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 Infiniti QX80. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other QX80 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 QX80 | 18 | – | Not rated | 1 | 4 |
| 2026 QX80 | 18 | 211.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 7 |
| 2025 QX80 | 18 | 211.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 8 |
| 2024 QX80 | 16 | 210.2 in | ★★★★★ | 1 | 2 |
| 2022 QX80 | 16 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 QX80 | 16 | 210.2 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 7 |
| 2020 QX80 | 16 | 210.2 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 6 |
| 2019 QX80 | 16 | 210.2 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 21 |
| 2018 QX80 | 16 | 210.2 in | Not rated | 2 | 9 |
| 2017 QX80 | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 17 |
| 2016 QX80 | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 15 |
| 2015 QX80 | 16 | 209.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 18 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Infiniti. How we calculate this →