2025 INFINITI QX80 vs 2026 BMW X6 M

$82,450 · SUV

$134,600 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 INFINITI QX80 and the 2026 BMW X6 M is the MSRP, showing a substantial $52,150 gap, with the QX80 starting at $82,450 versus the X6 M's $134,600. Performance metrics favor the X6 M, boasting 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque compared to the QX80's 450 hp and 516 lb-ft, translating to a 167 hp advantage for BMW. However, the QX80 offers superior fuel economy, achieving 18 combined MPG versus the X6 M's undisclosed, but presumably lower, rating due to its high-performance focus. In terms of size, the QX80 is significantly larger at 211.2 inches long compared to the X6 M’s 194.8 inches. Conversely, the smaller X6 M provides slightly more utility with 27.4 cubic feet of cargo space than the QX80's 22 cubic feet.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 INFINITI QX80

The QX80 offers a significantly lower entry price point at $82,450 and better stated fuel efficiency at 18 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 INFINITI QX80

The larger QX80, with its 211.2-inch length and higher roofline (76.6 inches), suggests more practical interior volume despite slightly less listed cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 BMW X6 M

The 2026 BMW X6 M delivers superior performance metrics with 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, significantly outclassing the QX80’s output.

💰 Best Value

2025 INFINITI QX80

The QX80 offers 450 hp for nearly $52,150 less than the X6 M's entry price.

Choose the INFINITI QX80 if...

Budget constraints necessitate an MSRP under $85,000, as the QX80 starts at $82,450.
Optimizing fuel logistics is critical, evidenced by the QX80's specified 18 combined MPG rating.
A preference exists for a larger traditional SUV footprint, noted by the QX80's 211.2-inch length.

Choose the BMW X6 M if...

Maximum performance is the priority, supported by the X6 M's 617 horsepower rating.
An AWD system is required, which the X6 M features, contrasting with the QX80's RWD base.
A need for slightly higher maximum cargo capacity (27.4 cu ft) is present in the smaller footprint vehicle.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	INFINITI QX80	BMW X6 M
Length	211.2"	194.8"
Width	83.3"	79.5"
Height	76.6"	66.7"
Wheelbase	121.0"	117.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	INFINITI	BMW
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	INFINITI	BMW
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	4.4 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	450 hp @ 5600 rpm	617 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque	516 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm	553 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	32
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

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

Fuel

Feature	INFINITI	BMW
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	16/20 MPG	—
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	18 MPG	—
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	377.6/472.0 mi.	0/0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.6 gal.	21.9 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	INFINITI	BMW
Infotainment Display	14.3 in	14.9 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Klipsch Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	600W	464W
Speaker System	14	16
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	12 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Harman/Kardon
Surround Audio	—	Discrete
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	INFINITI	BMW
Front Head Room	39.1 in.	39.3 in.
Front Leg Room	43.8 in.	40.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	64.2 in.	61.4 in.
Front Hip Room	59.9 in.	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Premium Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Sport	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	INFINITI	BMW
Rear Head Room	37.8 in.	37.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.2 in.	35.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	63.7 in.	60.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	59.9 in.	—
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Fixed Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Rear Seat Feature	—	✓
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	INFINITI	BMW
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.0 in	22 x 11.5 in.
Tire Type	All Season	Performance
Tire Size	275/60R20	315/30R
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 INFINITI QX80 and 2026 BMW X6 M.

What is the primary performance difference between the 2025 QX80 and the 2026 X6 M?

The 2026 BMW X6 M holds a substantial performance advantage, generating 617 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. This output significantly surpasses the 2025 INFINITI QX80, which provides 450 hp and 516 lb-ft of torque.

How do the fuel requirements and efficiency compare for these two luxury SUVs?

The INFINITI QX80 specifies 18 combined MPG and recommends premium unleaded fuel. In contrast, the high-performance BMW X6 M mandates premium unleaded and is expected to have considerably lower MPG due to its higher power output.

Which vehicle offers better utility based on size specifications?

While the QX80 is physically much larger in exterior dimensions (211.2 inches vs. 194.8 inches), the X6 M technically offers more sealed cargo volume at 27.4 cubic feet compared to the QX80's 22 cubic feet.

What is the price barrier to entry for these two models?

The price difference is a major deciding factor, with the 2025 INFINITI QX80 starting at $82,450. The 2026 BMW X6 M demands a premium, beginning at $134,600, which is $52,150 more.

What drive configurations do these two vehicles utilize?

The standard configuration for the 2025 INFINITI QX80 is Rear Wheel Drive (RWD). Conversely, the 2026 BMW X6 M comes equipped with an All Wheel Drive (AWD) system.

How do their respective transmissions vary?

The QX80 is equipped with a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The X6 M uses a slightly different setup, utilizing an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.