Infiniti QX80 vs. Nissan Armada
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Infiniti QX80 and 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 Infiniti QX80 and the Nissan Armada.
In comparing the Infiniti QX80's and the Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the Infiniti QX80 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan Armada has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Infiniti QX80's and the Nissan Armada's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Armada is a better car than the Infiniti QX80.
Pricing: For a new model, the Infiniti QX80's price is between $95,342 and $118,980, with the Nissan Armada priced between $62,015 and $87,980.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Infiniti QX80 loses 65 percent of its value and the Nissan Armada loses 60.4 percent of its value. This means the Nissan Armada retains 4.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Infiniti QX80.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Infiniti QX80 is 7.1 out of 10 while the Nissan Armada's quality rating is 7.2 out of 10. This results in the Infiniti QX80 being ranked 10 out of 17 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Nissan Armada being ranked 8 out of 12 Best Large SUVs.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Infiniti QX80 is 7.4 out of 10. For the Nissan Armada the reliability rating is 7.5 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 Infiniti QX80’s base engine makes 450 horsepower, and the Nissan Armada base engine makes 425 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Infiniti QX80 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space. The Nissan Armada has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room. The Infiniti QX80 and Nissan Armada are comparable in regards to front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Infiniti QX80 and the Nissan Armada have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
95342 - 118980
Starting MSRP:
83750
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
96574
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
46200 - 171000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
62015 - 87980
Starting MSRP:
58840
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
61120
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
58840 - 63400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
73658
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
51935 - 95381
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
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Infiniti QX80 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.1 / 10
Reliability:
7.4 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
Nissan Armada Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Infiniti QX80
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
11.1
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
8.2 - 12.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.111
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Armada
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
9.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
8.8 - 10.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.175
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Infiniti QX80 Rankings
Ranking
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15 out of / 26Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
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21 out of / 29Ranking
29 out of / 29Nissan Armada Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 34Ranking
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3 out of / 10Ranking
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34 out of / 34Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Infiniti QX80 Trim Levels
Autograph, Luxe, Pure, Sport
Nissan Armada Trim Levels
Platinum, Platinum Reserve, PRO-4X, 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:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
450 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
425 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
516 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
8500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Backup camera:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Cargo Space:
22 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
101 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
183.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Cargo Space:
20.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
182 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5816 lbs
Width:
92.5 inches
Height:
76.9 inches
Length:
211.2 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5676 lbs
Width:
92.5 inches
Height:
78 inches
Length:
209.6 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted 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
Blue
Grand Blue
Gray
Anthracite Gray
Silver
Dynamic Metal
White
Radiant White
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Gun Metallic
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Aspen White TriCoat
Interior Colors
Beige
Tuscan Beige
Black
Graphite
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Charcoal
