2026 BMW X5 M vs 2026 INFINITI QX80

$129,700 · Crossover

$83,750 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2026 BMW X5 M (Car1) and the 2026 INFINITI QX80 (Car2) is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP), showing a $45,950 gap, with the X5 M starting at $129,700 compared to the QX80's $83,750. Performance metrics also heavily favor Car1, boasting 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque, significantly exceeding Car2’s 450 hp output, leading to a 167 hp deficit for the QX80. Fuel economy presents another substantial split; while the QX80 achieves a combined 18 MPG, the X5 M's fuel consumption figures were not specified, though it requires premium fuel. Size differences are also notable: the QX80 is physically larger, measuring 211.2 inches in length versus the X5 M’s 194.8 inches, yet the X5 M offers superior stated cargo capacity at 33.9 cu ft compared to Car2’s 22 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 INFINITI QX80

The INFINITI QX80 provides superior space and likely more compliant road manners suitable for daily driving, despite having lower power metrics.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 INFINITI QX80

The QX80’s larger physical dimensions (211.2 inches long and 76.6 inches high) suggest greater passenger volume, although its stated cargo capacity is smaller than Car1’s.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 BMW X5 M

The BMW X5 M delivers substantially higher performance metrics with 617 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque compared to the QX80's 450 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 INFINITI QX80

The QX80’s $83,750 MSRP is $45,950 less than Car1, offering 450 hp and AWD capability at a significantly lower entry cost.

Choose the BMW X5 M if...

Your priority is raw performance, indicated by the X5 M's 617 hp output.
You require the greater stated utility, evidenced by 33.9 cu ft of cargo capacity.
You prefer the standardized all-wheel drive configuration for maximum traction.

Choose the INFINITI QX80 if...

Budget is critical, as the QX80's $83,750 MSRP is $45,950 less than the X5 M.
You prioritize overall vehicle size, given the QX80's greater length (211.2 inches) and height (76.6 inches).
You are comfortable with rear-wheel drive architecture and can utilize the recommended premium fuel rather than the required fuel of Car1.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	BMW X5 M	INFINITI QX80
Length	194.8"	211.2"
Width	79.3"	83.3"
Height	69.4"	76.6"
Wheelbase	117.0"	121.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
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	✓	✓
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 Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Base Engine Displacement	4.4 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	V6
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	617 hp @ 6000 rpm	450 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	553 lb-ft @ 1800 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 Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	377.6/472.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.9 gal.	23.6 gal.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	—	16/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	—	18 MPG

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 with Side Sensing	✓	—
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Infotainment Display	14.9 in	14.3 in
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	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	3 months
Klipsch Speakers	—	✓
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Front Head Room	40.8 in.	39.1 in.
Front Leg Room	39.8 in.	43.8 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.4 in.	64.2 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Sport	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	2	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	59.9 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	BMW	INFINITI
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	37.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	39.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.0 in.	63.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Rear Seat Feature	✓	—
Pass-Thru Center Armrest	✓	—
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	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

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

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.
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 2026 BMW X5 M and 2026 INFINITI QX80.

What is the primary difference in power output between the 2026 X5 M and the 2026 QX80?

The BMW X5 M is significantly more powerful, generating 617 horsepower and 553 lb-ft of torque. Conversely, the INFINITI QX80 produces 450 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque, representing a 167 hp disparity.

How does the initial cost of entry compare for these two vehicles?

There is a substantial $45,950 difference in MSRP, with the 2026 BMW X5 M listed at $129,700 and the 2026 INFINITI QX80 starting at $83,750.

Which vehicle offers better fuel efficiency?

The INFINITI QX80 specifies a combined 18 MPG (16 city/20 highway) and uses recommended premium fuel. While the X5 M's specific MPG rating is omitted, it requires premium unleaded fuel, suggesting potentially lower efficiency due to its higher performance tuning.

Which crossover provides more interior storage space?

Despite being the physically smaller vehicle overall (194.8 inches long), the BMW X5 M claims a superior cargo capacity of 33.9 cubic feet. The larger INFINITI QX80 is listed with 22 cubic feet of cargo space.

Are there significant differences in drivetrain configuration?

Yes, the BMW X5 M utilizes an all-wheel drive system paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The INFINITI QX80 is rear-wheel drive standard and features a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Which vehicle has the larger physical footprint?

The INFINITI QX80 has a significantly larger footprint, measuring 211.2 inches in length, 83.3 inches in width, and 76.6 inches in height. The BMW X5 M is smaller across all three dimensions.