“The INFINITI QX80 has been a popular choice for buyers in the luxury SUV segment, particularly in North America and the Middle East. The new QX80 will boost INFINITI’s presence in the full-size SUV segment by evoking the spirit of inclusive luxury travel. Customers expect maximum comfort, practicality and style – and the 2018 QX80 delivers.” says Christian Meunier, INFINITI Global Division Vice President.

With its muscular lines and generous proportions, the new QX80 sees INFINITI’s ‘Powerful Elegance’ design language applied on a new scale. Its bold design and agile performance attracts on average the youngest buyers in the full-size SUV segment and a higher percentage of female buyers compared to the competition, with top purchase reasons including spaciousness for five or more passengers, advanced safety features, luxurious look and feel with natural finishes, ample cargo space and a vehicle that is easy to maneuver.

The 2018 QX80’s rear entertainment system is also upgraded. Larger, higher-resolution screens provide the interface for connectivity and entertainment devices. The system also now supports 31 languages, up from three in the outgoing QX80.

The screens in the backs of the front seats have been updated from 7.0 to 8.0 inches, offering a higher 960 x 540-pixel resolution (up from 800 x 480). More connected than previously, the second-row rear-seat entertainment system now supports input from the new HDMI auxiliary port, in addition to a media USB port.

INFINITI’s InTouch infotainment system has been updated, allowing drivers to personalize driving characteristics and the cabin environment. Adjusted via the 8.0-inch touchscreen, the intuitive system is controlled with multi-touch smartphone controls and voice control, as well as physical buttons beneath the screen and on the steering wheel.

Other connectivity and telematics features include breakdown calls; stolen vehicle tracking and theft notifications; curfew alerts; maintenance alerts and vehicle health reports; and route planning with Google Send to Car and operator-assisted destination settings.

The 2018 QX80 is available with a range of technologies to inform the driver of their surroundings including: Lane Departure Warning and Prevention, Intelligent Cruise Control, Distance Control Assist, Predictive Forward Collision Warning, Forward Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning and Intervention and Backup Collision Intervention.

Owners of the new QX80 are further assisted by an available new Smart Rear View Mirror. The new ‘digital’ mirror allows the driver to use the rear-view mirror as a standard mirror, or turn it into a monitor enabling drivers to see behind the car even when the rear window is blocked by fog, ice, passengers, or cargo.

The four-wheel-drive system is backed up by the 2018 QX80’s four-wheel Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS) system, which responds to wheel-spin by automatically applying brakes to each spinning wheel, and redistributing torque to other wheels to maximize traction and control.

Both two- and four-wheel drivetrains are paired with an advanced 5.6-liter DOHC V8 engine, delivering ample on-road performance. The smooth-shifting seven-speed automatic transmission, fitted as standard to every model, allows the driver to access the engine’s power and torque reserves at any time.

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