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Infiniti QX80 Z62, facelift 2017 5.6 V8 (400 Hp) Automatic
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Infiniti QX80:
The Infiniti QX80 is a full-size luxury SUV marketed by Nissan's luxury division Infiniti since the 2004 model year. The first-generation QX56 was built in the United States and is based on the first-generation Armada. The second-generation model was released in 2010 as a model produced in Japan, which used the sixth-generation Patrol as the base vehicle instead. Since the 2014 model year in 2013, the vehicle was renamed to the QX80 as Infiniti renamed their entire product line under a new nomenclature....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Z62, facelift 2017 Overview:
Infiniti QX80 (Z62, facelift 2017). With 560 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2560 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
5.6 V8 (400 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Identical powerful 5.6L V8 performance, offering robust acceleration and strong capability for a luxury SUV, suitable for various driving demands.
Fuel Economy
Marginally better fuel economy at 14.7 l/100 km compared to the AWD variant, but still high for daily driving and a primary consideration for ownership costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful 5.6L V8 engine with strong towing capacity.
- • Luxurious and spacious interior with comfortable seating for 7-8.
- • Smooth ride quality, ideal for long journeys.
- • Distinctive and commanding road presence.
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption across all trims.
- • Dated interior design compared to some rivals.
- • Large dimensions can make city driving and parking challenging.
- • Limited advanced driver-assistance systems compared to newer competitors.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Z62: 2014 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Infiniti |
| Model: | QX80 |
| Generation: | Z62, facelift 2017 |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.6 V8 (400 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7-8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 400 Hp @ 5800 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 560 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VK56VD [Same engine] More details about the engine VK56VD |
| Engine displacement: | 5552 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.5 l |
| Coolant: | 16.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 98 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.2:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 17 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.4 kg/Hp, 156.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.6 kg/Nm, 218.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2560 |
| Max. weight: | 3311 |
| Max load: | 751 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2693 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 470 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3856 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 98 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20.7° |
| Length: | 5339 mm mm [34mm more] |
| Width: | 2029 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Height: | 1925 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3076 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1715 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1725 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 234 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.5 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 20.9° |
| Departure angle: | 22.3° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 7 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 275/60 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.0J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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