2025 BMW XM vs 2025 INFINITI QX80

$160,500 · Crossover

$82,450 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Choosing between two massive luxury cruisers often boils down to balancing sheer power against financial common sense. If you dream of instant acceleration, the 2025 BMW XM delivers a staggering 644 horsepower, overshadowing the 2025 INFINITI QX80's capable 450 horsepower. However, that performance comes at a steep cost; the XM commands an MSRP of $160,500, a difference of $78,050 compared to the QX80's $82,450 starting price. Furthermore, the XM struggles at the pump, netting only 14 combined MPG with its 31 miles of electric range, while the larger QX80 manages 18 combined MPG. While the BMW boasts superior output, the QX80 offers significantly more usable space, including 22 cu ft of cargo room versus the XM's tighter 18.6 cu ft, making the QX80 the far more practical choice for most buyers.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 BMW XM

The BMW XM offers 31 miles of pure electric range, which is beneficial for shorter daily city commutes.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 INFINITI QX80

The QX80 is substantially larger, offering 22 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the XM's 18.6 cu ft, making it better for hauling gear.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 BMW XM

The BMW XM provides a clear performance edge with 644 hp and 590 lb-ft of torque, significantly exceeding the QX80's output.

💰 Best Value

2025 INFINITI QX80

The QX80 costs $78,050 less than the BMW XM and is 4 MPG more efficient overall.

Choose the BMW XM if...

Maximum raw power is non-negotiable, evidenced by its 644 hp output.
You frequently drive in city conditions where the 31 miles of electric range can offset the 12 MPG city rating.
You prefer a slightly more compact footprint at 201.2 inches long versus the QX80's 211.2 inches.

Choose the INFINITI QX80 if...

Saving nearly $78,000 on the initial purchase price is a priority.
You need maximum hauling capability, benefiting from the QX80's 22 cu ft cargo space.
You desire better overall fuel economy, as the QX80 achieves 18 combined MPG versus the XM's 14.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW XM	INFINITI QX80
Length	201.2"	211.2"
Width	78.9"	83.3"
Height	69.1"	76.6"
Wheelbase	122.2"	121.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Fixed Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Integrated Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Engine Immobilizer	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Base Engine Displacement	4.4 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	gas
Horsepower	644 hp @ 5400 rpm	450 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	590 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm	516 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
Number of Valves	32	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	12/17 MPG	16/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	14 MPG	18 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	218.4/309.4 mi.	377.6/472.0 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	46/46 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	46 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	31 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	73	—
Charging Time (240V)	5.0 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.2 gal.	23.6 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Harman/Kardon	—
Stereo Power	464W	600W
Speaker System	16	14
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	3 months
Infotainment Display	—	14.3 in
Klipsch Speakers	—	✓
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Front Head Room	40.4 in.	39.1 in.
Front Leg Room	40.4 in.	43.8 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.3 in.	64.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Seat Massage Function	✓	—
Front Hip Room	—	59.9 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Rear Head Room	38.8 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.3 in.	39.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	63.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	59.9 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Fixed Center Armrest	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	23 x 11.0 in	20 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	Performance	All Season
Tire Size	315/30R23	275/60R20
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	12 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 45000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 BMW XM and 2025 INFINITI QX80.

How much more powerful is the 2025 BMW XM compared to the 2025 INFINITI QX80?

The BMW XM holds a substantial advantage in the power department, generating 644 horsepower and 590 lb-ft of torque. This puts it 194 horsepower ahead of the INFINITI QX80, which produces 450 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque.

Which vehicle offers better fuel efficiency for daily driving?

The QX80 is notably more efficient, achieving 18 combined MPG compared to the XM's 14 combined MPG. Furthermore, the XM is a PHEV, offering 31 miles of electric range before reverting to gasoline.

What is the significant price difference between these two large vehicles?

The 2025 BMW XM has an MSRP starting at $160,500, while the 2025 INFINITI QX80 starts much lower at $82,450. This results in a dramatic price gap of $78,050 in favor of the QX80.

If I frequently transport a lot of luggage, which SUV provides more space?

The INFINITI QX80 is the better choice for cargo, boasting 22 cubic feet of storage behind the second row. The BMW XM is significantly tighter in this regard, offering only 18.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity.

Do both vehicles require premium fuel, and how does that affect running costs?

Both vehicles specify premium fuel, but the QX80 recommends it while the XM requires it. Since the QX80 is 4 MPG more efficient (18 vs. 14 combined), its overall fuel expense should still be lower despite both needing higher octane gasoline.

Is the BMW XM actually a much larger vehicle given its high price tag?

Surprisingly, the QX80 is physically larger in every dimension; it is 10 inches longer (211.2 in vs. 201.2 in) and significantly taller at 76.6 inches compared to the XM's 69.1 inches.