Compare 2021 INFINITI QX80 vs. 2021 Nissan Armada

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With all the choices on the market today, finding the right SUV can be a real challenge. Should you look for a practical ride or something that offers a bit more luxury? Do you need all the latest comfort features, or is safety your top priority? INFINITI is Nissan’s upmarket brand, so you will find plenty of similarities between these two sport utility vehicles. However, there are some notable differences to consider. In this virtual test drive, we’ll compare the 2021 INFINITI QX80 and the 2021 Nissan Armada.

Design And Styling

While you’re searching for a new INFINITI QX80, you’ll likely be drawn to the vehicle’s good looks. Its expansive front grille is flanked by angular, yet slender LED headlights. On the Luxe trim, you’ll find a self-leveling rear suspension, which makes loading and towing a breeze. The powered liftgate also provides quick cargo area access.

With an upgrade to the Premium Select trim, you’ll get bigger wheels, dark exterior trim, and wooden interior accents. You’ll also have more leather upholstery colors from which to choose. The Sensory trim adds a hydraulic roll-stabilizing suspension for better cornering, as well as upgraded upholstery and wooden accents on the inside.

The 2021 Armada shares the same underpinnings as the QX80, making it Nissan’s biggest SUV. Its front and rear fascia have been refreshed for the model year, and its interior is full of high-quality touches. LED headlights define the front, and the rear end includes a tow hitch receiver. On the SV trim, you’ll find roof rails and faux leather upholstery, while the SL has a powered liftgate, a sunroof, and real leather. Platinum models get big alloys, a heated steering wheel, and heated seats for second-row passengers. While both SUVs have a lot to offer, the team at INFINITI of Gwinnett believes that the QX80 comes out on top as far as design cues are concerned. Contact them today or request a test drive online.

Technology

Next, we’ll see how these two models stack up in terms of tech. The 2021 INFINITI QX80 comes with a triple-zone climate control system, power adjustable and heated front-row seats, second row captain’s chairs (a bench is available), and a heated wheel. You’ll also find an upgraded sound system, smartphone integration, built-in navigation, and a touchscreen infotainment panel. With an upgrade, you’ll get a 17-speaker stereo system, rear-seat entertainment, ventilated front-row seats, and heated second-row seating.

The 2021 Nissan Armada only has dual-zone climate control and a smaller touchscreen display. It also has smartphone integration, but it’s equipped with a four-speaker sound system that seems paltry in comparison to that of the QX80. Optional upgrades include a six-speaker stereo, wireless phone charging, Bose audio, and rear-seat entertainment. The Platinum trim offers a heated wheel and ventilated front-row seats for additional driver and passenger comfort. If you’re looking for luxury on every drive, you’re better off with the INFINITI QX80. Contact the team today for a virtual test drive.

Safety Features

Safety is a top priority for both automakers, but again, we believe that INFINITI has a slight edge. The 2021 QX80 has a full range of driver assistance features. You’ll find blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, a surround-view camera, forward collision mitigation, and lane keep assist, among other safety aids.

The Armada also has numerous safety features, but not quite as many standard perks as the QX80. You’ll get lane departure warning, forward collision mitigation, rear cross traffic alert, auto rear braking, blind spot monitoring, and front/rear parking sensors. Getting a surround-view camera, though, requires an upgrade to the SL trim.

Those who have tested the 2021 QX80 and the 2021 Nissan Armada often state that the INFINITI performs better and has more refined styling. While the Nissan Armada is quite user-friendly, the new QX80’s superior technology gives it the edge in this comparison. Get in touch with the finance experts at INFINITI of Gwinnett to start the pre-approval process or schedule a test drive online.

All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.