2024 BMW X5 vs. 2024 INFINITI QX80 Review

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2024 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $65,200 to $89,300
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Picture of the 2024 INFINITI QX80

2024 INFINITI
QX80

MSRP*: $74,150 to $88,450
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG 13 - 14 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 8 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 95.1 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 400-hp, 5.6-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 400 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 8,500 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 210.2 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 39.6 in
Rear 41.0 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 39.9 in
Rear 40.0 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the INFINITI QX80 than in the BMW X5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The BMW X5 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the INFINITI QX80, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
The BMW X5 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the INFINITI QX80, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the BMW X5 is a better financial choice over the INFINITI QX80, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The BMW X5 is a little narrower than the INFINITI QX80, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the BMW X5, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the INFINITI QX80.

Handling
The BMW X5 has the same turning radius as the INFINITI QX80, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the INFINITI QX80 is clearly the choice over the BMW X5 for pulling heavy loads. The BMW X5 has a little less horsepower than the INFINITI QX80.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the INFINITI QX80, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
Soccer Moms beware - the BMW X5 seats a lot fewer people than the INFINITI QX80. The BMW X5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the INFINITI QX80.