2020 INFINITI QX80 vs. 2020 Nissan Armada
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 INFINITI QX80 and 2020 Nissan Armada contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 INFINITI QX80 and the 2020 Nissan Armada.
In comparing the 2020 INFINITI QX80's and the 2020 Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the 2020 INFINITI QX80 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2020 Nissan Armada has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2020 INFINITI QX80 and 2020 Nissan Armada have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2020 INFINITI QX80's and the 2020 Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Nissan Armada is a better car than the 2020 INFINITI QX80.
Pricing: A used 2020 INFINITI QX80 ranges from $25,998 to $45,508 while a used 2020 Nissan Armada is priced between $22,995 to $40,144.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 INFINITI QX80 loses 60.2 percent of its value and the 2020 Nissan Armada loses 56.9 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Nissan Armada retains 3.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 INFINITI QX80.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the INFINITI QX80 is 7.6 out of 10 while the Nissan Armada's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI QX80 being ranked 12 out of 22 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Nissan Armada being ranked 9 out of 13 Best Large SUVs.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the INFINITI QX80 is 8.2 out of 10. For the Nissan Armada the reliability rating is 8.9 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Armada a slight advantage in reliability compared to the INFINITI QX80.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 INFINITI QX80’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the 2020 Nissan Armada base engine makes 390 horsepower. The QX80 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The Armada is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles.This gives the 2020 Nissan Armada the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 INFINITI QX80 the advantage in maximum range. The QX80 uses premium unleaded, and the Armada uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are fullsize SUVs, the 2020 Nissan Armada has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and front leg room. The 2020 INFINITI QX80 has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room cargo space. The 2020 INFINITI QX80 and 2020 Nissan Armada are comparable in regards to front shoulder room, rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 INFINITI QX80 and the 2020 Nissan Armada have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$66,750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$76,202
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$40,000 - $130,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$47,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
$53,512
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
$43,000 - $85,415
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,337
Price Range:
$25,998 - $45,508
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$57,070
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$28,567 - $151,744
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
103
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
76,305
# Good or Great Deals:
50
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$30,583
Price Range:
$22,995 - $40,144
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
$45,186
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
$30,583 - $79,579
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
294
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
78,683
# Good or Great Deals:
133
INFINITI QX80 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Nissan Armada Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.9 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 INFINITI QX80
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
6.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
4.5 - 14.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
37.5%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Nissan Armada
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
6.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
5.7 - 9.5
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
58.3%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1 - 25.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.6 - 12
INFINITI QX80 Rankings
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29 out of / 29Nissan Armada Rankings
Ranking
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4 out of / 39Ranking
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38 out of / 39Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 INFINITI QX80 Trim Levels
Limited, Luxe
2020 Nissan Armada Trim Levels
Platinum, SL, SV
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
413 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
390 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
394 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 520 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Backup camera:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
95.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
167.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.4 inches
Cargo Space:
16.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
95.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
171.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5679 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
210.2 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5577 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
75.8 inches
Length:
208.9 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/60R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/70R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Obsidian / MIneral Black
Blue
Hermosa Blue
Gray
Graphite Shadow
Red
Coulis Red
Silver
Champagne Quartz / Liquid Platinum
White
Moonstone White
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Hermosa Blue Pearl
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Pearl White Tricoat
Interior Colors
Beige
Saddle Brown / Wheat
Black
Graphite
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black