DecodedCars2027 Infiniti QX80
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 16% below the 2027 standard SUV average of 21.5 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Infiniti QX80 is a standard SUV offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway), 16% worse than the 2027 standard SUV average of 21.5 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the fuel/propulsion system.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 QX80 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 QX80 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Shinhamacho, Kanda, Fukuoka
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2027 QX80 configuration; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QX80 2WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 20 / 18 | -16% | $4,550 | 504 |
| QX80 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | 16 / 19 / 17 | -12% | $4,850 | 521 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Infiniti QX80.
Similar 2027 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Infiniti QX80 (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2027 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Land Rover Range Rover | 22 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2027 BMW X5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Land Rover Defender | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Cadillac Escalade | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Volvo XC90 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
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 2027 Infiniti QX80 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other QX80 years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2023 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 →