INFINITI QX80 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
In comparing the INFINITI QX80 to the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the INFINITI QX80 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI QX80 versus the Mercedes-Benz GLS, the INFINITI QX80 is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
INFINITI QX80 versus Mercedes-Benz GLS Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used INFINITI QX80 ranges from $47,500 to $78,316 while a used Mercedes-Benz GLS from the same model year range is priced between $72,231 to $109,913. For a new model, the INFINITI QX80's price is between $71,322 and $88,163, with the Mercedes-Benz GLS priced between $79,840 and $113,727.
INFINITI QX80 versus Mercedes-Benz GLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the INFINITI QX80 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLS's quality rating is 7.0 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI QX80 being ranked 9 out of 18 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLS being ranked 10 out of 18. Out of 25 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the INFINITI QX80 is ranked 25 and the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 17.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the INFINITI QX80’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS base engine makes 362 horsepower. The QX80 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 520 miles. The GLS is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 571 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are fullsize SUVs, the INFINITI QX80 has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The Mercedes-Benz GLS, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and trunk space.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The INFINITI QX80 has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity and ground clearance, while the Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$71,322 - $88,163
Used Asking Price:
$47,500 - $78,316
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$79,840 - $113,727
Used Asking Price:
$72,231 - $109,913
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.2%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
9 out of / 18Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 25iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 18Ranking
10 out of / 18Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
17 out of / 25Ranking
34 out of / 67Ranking
36 out of / 67Summary Review
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Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Luxe, Sensory, Premium Select
Trim Levels
AMG GLS 63, Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC, GLS 580, GLS 450
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
Horsepower:
362 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
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:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
428 / 571 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
169.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
161.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5701 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:
5467 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
71.8 inches
Length:
205 inches
Wheelbase:
123.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 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:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
275/50R20
