2025 Infiniti QX80 revealed, previewing next Nissan Patrol

The luxurious American cousin for the next-generation Y63 Nissan Patrol – the 2025 Infiniti QX80 – has been uncovered in the US and, as expected, reveals a bigger, brasher, thoroughly more modern and more powerful SUV than its predecessor.

The new QX80 draws heavily from the 2023 Infiniti QX Monograph concept, save for a few subduing alterations like the size and shape of the exterior mirrors, fender mesh and some bumper tweaks.

The overall look is decidedly more Lexus-like than previous generations, headlined by the QX80’s enormous active grille, blocky proportions and full-width rear lighting signature.

Integrated doorhandles and large-diameter alloy wheels add more class, along with sunken headlights and pixel-like daytime running lights.

Nissan and Infiniti have defiantly bucked the diesel trend in their biggest SUV and that continues into the new generation, with the QX80 powered exclusively by a 3.5-litre V6 twin-turbo petrol engine outputting 336kW of power and 698Nm of torque.

That’s more power than any Lexus LX or Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series can muster, not to mention the outgoing 5.6-litre V8 in the Y62 Patrol (298kW/560Nm).

A nine-speed automatic transmission replaces the ancient seven-speed unit in the Y62’s VK56DE V8 and offers a 40 per cent wider range of gearing, with drive sent to either the rear or all four wheels depending on the variant.

The powertrain can be tailored via the Standard, Eco, Sport, Snow, Tow and Personal drive modes, along with the electronically assisted power steering, driver assists and 4x4 system where applicable.

A stiffer bodyshell and platform help enhance the ride and handling balance across all surfaces and terrain with help from the ‘Dynamic Digital Suspension’ adaptive dampers and, on the higher grades, height-adjustable air suspension.

The latter offers more than 100mm of adjustment, depending on the mode/application.

The big and brash exterior is matched by an equally exuberant cabin filled with tech, plush materials and storage solutions.

Highlights include dual 14.3-inch displays, Google Built-in, 9.0-inch climate control panel, 64-colour ambient lighting, Klipsch premium audio system, supple leather upholstery, huge centre console and high levels of soundproofing.

Six variants will be offered in the US covering four trim levels – Pure, Luxe, Sensory and Autograph – all rolling on 20-inch alloys as a minimum and featuring predictive forward collision warning, autonomous emergency braking (AEB) with pedestrian detection, blind spot warning, rear cross traffic alert, blind spot intervention and lane departure prevention.

A trailer blind spot warning has also been developed, supporting trailers up to 10 metres long.

Nissan has been talking a big game for its next-generation flagship SUV, which suggests many features you see here on the QX80 – which is not slated for release in Australia – will appear on the upcoming Y63 Nissan Patrol (known as the Armada in the US) when it debuts later this year.

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