Armada vs QX80 : An Overview

March 2nd, 2023 by

If you’re looking for a luxury SUV with body-on-frame construction, you’re likely considering the Nissan Armada and the INFINITI QX80. Both of these fully-loaded SUVs offer robust, powerful drives, along with luxury interiors and distinctive styling. But which is best for you and your family’s needs? We’ve done the research to pit these two formidable 2023 SUVs against each other, and here are the results!

2023 INFINITI QX80 Vs. Nissan Armada: Passenger Space & Comfort

Both of these SUVs come with plenty of space in the cabin for all your passengers—in fact, they share the same platform, meaning that they have almost the same dimensions. Both can seat up to 8 passengers comfortably, but the Armada has slightly more passenger volume: 154.5 cubic feet, versus the QX80’s 152.5 cubic feet.

However, if you spring for the INFINITI’s available semi-aniline leather appointed seats, noise-insulating glass, contoured, power-reclining rear seats, and other interior amenities, you’ll find that the 2023 QX80 comes out ahead of the Nissan SUV.

2023 Nissan Armada Vs. INFINITI QX80: Powertrain & Performance

Comparing these two SUVs under their hoods, you’ll find more similarities than differences: they share a platform and engine. Both models have a solid body-on-frame construction, standard 5.6L V8 engine, 7-speed automatic transmission, and available four-wheel drive.

As far as power is concerned, you can’t go wrong choosing either the new QX80 or the new Armada: each output 400 horsepower and 413 pound-feet of torque, enabling you to blithely move through traffic with ease. They both can also tow up to 8,500 pounds when properly equipped, and with a standard Class IV tow hitch and 7-pin wiring harness onboard, it’ll be easy to bring your toys with you on your trips.

 

2023 INFINITI QX80 Vs. Nissan Armada: Safety & Security

Both SUVs come with a number of standard safety features:

  • Passenger front-impact airbags
  • Driver side-impact airbags,
  • Curtain airbags
  • Side-impact beams
  • Adjustable seat belts
  • Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
  • Traction and dynamic control
  • Front cameras
  • Child rear safety locks,
  • and more

However, the INFINITI QX80 really shines in its available active safety technologies:

  • Intelligent Cruise Control
  • Smart Rear View Mirror
  • Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection
  • Predictive Forward Collision Warning
  • and more

If you’re looking for the latest in safety innovation, INFINITI has your back.

Winner: 2023 INFINITI QX80

While these two luxury SUVs are fairly close in most aspects, the 2023 INFINITI QX80 edges ahead of the Nissan Armada to be the best choice for your family! When you’re ready to take the next step and make one your own, come to INFINITI of Lafayette for a test drive. We look forward to helping you find your next car!

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