2026 INFINITI QX60 vs 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

$51,590 · Crossover

$61,600 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2026 INFINITI QX60 (Car 1) and the 2026 Range Rover Velar (Car 2) is the $10,010 MSRP difference, with the QX60 starting at $51,590 versus the Velar's $61,600. Performance metrics slightly favor the QX60, boasting 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque compared to the Velar's 247 hp and 269 lb-ft. Fuel economy is nearly identical, with the QX60 achieving a combined 24 MPG versus the Velar's 23 MPG. Dimensionally, the QX60 is longer at 198.1 inches, while the Velar compensates with substantially more cargo capacity at 30.9 cu ft versus the QX60's 14.5 cu ft. Furthermore, the QX60 mandates premium fuel, whereas the Velar only recommends it, offering a slight operational advantage.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 INFINITI QX60

The INFINITI QX60 offers superior overall fuel economy at 24 MPG combined and a lower entry price point for daily use.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar provides double the maximum cargo capacity at 30.9 cu ft, which is critical for family utility.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 INFINITI QX60

The QX60 delivers higher power figures, outputting 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque compared to the Velar's 247 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 INFINITI QX60

The QX60 offers $10,010 in immediate savings while providing more horsepower and slightly better fuel efficiency.

Choose the INFINITI QX60 if...

Maximum horsepower output (268 hp) is a primary purchasing driver.
Saving over $10,000 on the initial MSRP ($51,590) is critical.
A longer vehicle footprint (198.1 inches) is preferred for cabin presence.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if...

Superior cargo space (30.9 cu ft) outweighs upfront cost considerations.
All-wheel drive capability is necessary, whereas Car 1 is front-wheel drive.
The owner prefers a vehicle that only recommends premium fuel instead of requiring it.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	INFINITI QX60	Land Rover Range Rover Velar
Length	198.1"	188.9"
Width	-	-
Height	69.7"	66.3"
Wheelbase	114.2"	113.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear 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	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓

Engine

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	268 hp @ 5600 rpm	247 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	286 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	22/26 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	475.2/561.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	—	21.6 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Cruise Control	✓	—
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	✓	—
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Simulated Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	9	11
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	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Subwoofer Count	—	1

Power Feature

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
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	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Front Head Room	41.0 in.	38.2 in.
Front Leg Room	42.1 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.6 in.	—
Front Hip Room	58.4 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-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
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way

Rearseats

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	38.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	37.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	59.7 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	56.7 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/50R20	—
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	19 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
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.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2026 INFINITI QX60 and 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Velar.

What is the practical difference in power output between the two crossovers?

The 2026 INFINITI QX60 has a notable advantage, generating 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque. The Range Rover Velar produces 247 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, resulting in a 21 hp deficit for the Velar.

How do the fuel requirements impact long-term running costs?

The QX60 strictly requires premium unleaded fuel for its 24 MPG combined rating. In contrast, the Velar only recommends premium fuel for its 23 MPG combined rating, potentially offering some flexibility or savings on fuel selection.

Which vehicle offers better utility based on the provided metrics?

The Range Rover Velar clearly leads in utility with 30.9 cu ft of cargo capacity, more than double the QX60's 14.5 cu ft. However, the QX60 is physically longer by 9.2 inches (198.1 vs 188.9 inches).

Is the higher MSRP of the Velar justified by the drivetrain?

The Velar costs $10,010 more ($61,600 vs $51,590) but includes standard All-Wheel Drive, whereas the QX60 uses Front Wheel Drive. This difference in drivetrain is a key factor in the price gap.

Comparing the automatic transmissions, what are the technical differences?

The QX60 utilizes a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, offering an extra gear ratio compared to the Velar's 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

How much of a size difference is there between the two vehicles?

The QX60 is substantially longer at 198.1 inches, while the Velar is shorter overall at 188.9 inches. The QX60 is also slightly taller, measuring 69.7 inches compared to the Velar's 66.3 inches.