Lincoln Navigator vs. INFINITI QX80
At a Glance: Lincoln Navigator vs. QX80
Within your dynamic life—from hauling your family to soccer practice to chauffeuring clients downtown—don’t you agree that every mile in your next SUV should feel tailored to your life’s busiest chapters? Imagine your Sterling Heights, Warren, or Center Line, MI travels paired with silence from the backseat while the subtle scent of amber and patchouli fills the space.
Elite-level luxury SUVs like the Lincoln Navigator and the INFINITI QX80 make this possible, yet only one has the details that whisper a new standard in the luxury segment. Which will it be? The Crest Lincoln team has curated this comparison of these SUVs to help you explore these top contenders and discover the one that aligns with your lifestyle.
WELLNESS ROUTINE
THIRD-ROW LEGROOM
TOP-RATED ACTIVE DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
A New Chapter in Luxury Begins Here
ELITE
Driving an SUV from Lincoln or INFINITI is an invitation to VIP-level luxury. Some luxury models are all talk, but these top-of-the-line configurations are the exception. Nestle into their buttery, soft cabins and feel a sense of luxury that only a few are privy to. Will the Lincoln Navigator or the INFINITI QX80 truly earn its title?
Your Daily Retreat Starts in the Driver’s Seat
Luxury comes standard with the Lincoln Navigator and the INFINITI QX80. Heated front and rear seats set the stage for personalized relaxation as they slowly soothe muscle tension throughout the commute. Enhancing this is massaging front seats, a Lincoln-exclusive standard feature. Perfect Position Front Seats with five massage modes transform the driver’s seat into a spa-like sanctuary, ensuring you arrive at your destination fully relaxed.
The Lincoln Navigator continues its trend of exclusivity with available Lincoln Rejuvenate. Once parked, this feature creates a multisensory cabin experience, helping you recharge in 5- or 10-minute wellness routines. It incorporates light, scent, sound, screen visuals, seat position changes, and available massage settings to help you slip into a refreshing mindfulness session.
While the QX80 equips its own available features that make the cabin comfortable, it lacks the secret spa ritual that makes the Lincoln Navigator cabin feel like a curated retreat on every commute.
Grace in Motion
Driving the Lincoln Navigator or the INFINITI QX80 is a thrill from Point A to Point B. Each SUV is powered by a potent powertrain that boasts more than 400 horsepower, making each SUV a true powerhouse. Integrating standard 4X4 or all-wheel drive with a high-powered transmission gives these SUVs an advantage.
The adaptive suspension systems of these SUVs make you feel like you’re gliding on air. Sophisticated technology constantly scans the road ahead for potholes, speed bumps, and other surface imperfections. Depending on the results, the adaptive suspension system automatically raises or lowers the chassis as needed to smooth out the road ahead.
While this system comes standard with the Lincoln Navigator, it remains optional on the QX80.
EFFORTLESS
With so much time behind the wheel, you deserve to drive an SUV that works to make your commutes easy. Hands-free technology and premium finishes can turn a daily drive into a delight. Let’s explore how the Lincoln Navigator and the INFINITI QX80 are dressed to impress and ready to streamline your every move, from the school carpool lane to that out-of-town board meeting.
Luxury in Every Detail
On select trims, the Lincoln Navigator and the INFINITI QX80 adorn rich, supple leather upholstery that creates a refined environment that reflects your status. However, the Lincoln Navigator gives you even more refinement without needing to upgrade, thanks to a premium crystal-inspired control knob in the center dash.
Regarding the driving experience, these SUVs go far beyond premium craftsmanship and details. Hands-free driving assistance —Lincoln BlueCruise or available ProPILOT Assist 2.1—allows you to sit back and enjoy the conversation around you as your SUV becomes a trusted partner on the road and assists with braking, accelerating, and steering.
It’s worth noting that BlueCruise was named Consumer Report’s Top-Rated Active Driving Assistance System, while INFINITI’s ProPILOT Assist 2.1 wasn’t included in the study.*
Where Intelligence Meets Intuition
In-car technology is no longer a luxury. More and more drivers demand seamless access to features like Google Assistant or Google Maps integration. How did Lincoln and INFINITI respond? By raising the bar. Let’s explore.
Raising the Technological Bar
Regarding in-car tech, the Lincoln Navigator features a standard 48-inch panoramic display spanning the width of the dashboard. This simple, intuitive, and customizable system unites everything you’d need in one place, whereas the INFINITI QX80 splits information up with its dual 14.3-inch displays.
Lincoln Navigator | vs. | INFINITI QX80 |
|---|---|---|
| 48 in. | TOTAL DIGITAL REAL ESTATE | 28.6 in. |
The INFINITI QX80 counters with the first-ever Klipsch® Reference Premiere Audio system, featuring 14 speakers at its base and 24 speakers in select higher trim levels. Yet, the Lincoln Navigator continues to impress with its standard 14-speaker Revel® Audio System with HD Radio™ technology and available Revel® Ultima 3D Audio System, which features 28 speakers to deliver the crispest, most natural audio possible.
Lincoln Navigator | vs. | INFINITI QX80 |
|---|---|---|
| 28 speakers | PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM MAX SPEAKERS | 24 speakers |
With built-in Google capabilities, you can stream video, browse the internet, and play mobile games with your kids while waiting for your take-out order to be ready. Thanks to built-in Wi-Fi® capabilities, you can do all this without using your phone’s data. However, the Lincoln Navigator offers more power and access to more devices than the QX80, ensuring everyone on board can connect their device.
Lincoln Navigator | vs | INFINITI QX80 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G modem (10 devices) | STREAMING CAPABILITIES | INFINITI InTouch® with Wi-Fi® Hotspot (7 devices) |
In today’s digital age, the Lincoln Navigator pushes the envelope with its advanced tech features, keeping you and your passengers connected and entertained.
ESSENTIALS
Space and safety go hand in hand when juggling carpools and cargo. With seating for up to eight passengers, the Lincoln Navigator and the INFINITI QX80 will get you and your loved ones to your destination with the added benefit of a driver-assist suite that keeps your family secure and comfortable in any scenario.
Room for What Matters Most
Who will join you on your next outing? Will it be a solo trip to your book club meetup, a family outing to your favorite restaurant, or a business trip with board members? No matter who you’re traveling with, the spacious three rows of the Lincoln Navigator and the INFINITI QX80 ensure room for everyone.
Yet, the Lincoln Navigator promises more comfort for passengers of all ages, thanks to its critical differences from the INFINITI QX80.
Lincoln Navigator | vs | INFINITI QX80 |
|---|---|---|
| 172.1 cu. ft. | Passenger Volume | 161.1 cu. ft. |
| 36.5 in. | Third-Row Legroom | 32.9 in. |
| 64.2 in. | Third-Row Shoulder Room | 63.1 in. |
| 65.3 in. | First-Row Shoulder Room | 64.2 in. |
In addition to offering nearly 10 extra cubic feet of max cargo space—enough to pack 50 folding chairs for that weekend fundraiser—the Lincoln Navigator offers a class-exclusive Lincoln Split Gate to simplify loading and unloading. It also makes a great impromptu seat for sports events.
Smarter Safety for Your Smartest Investment
Each SUV has its own suite of driver-assist features that boost your driving confidence. Lincoln Co-Pilot360™ Drive 2.0 shares comparable features to the INFINITI QX80, including:
- Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go
- Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert
- Front/rear parking sensors
- Lane Keeping System
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
Despite these similarities, the Lincoln Navigator goes further with standard additions like Reverse Brake Assist and Intersection Assist. Both features use sophisticated technology to identify hazards you may have missed and take action, like evasive maneuvers or automatic braking, to help keep everyone on board safe and protected.
Refined. Ready. Reserve Your Test Drive.
When your Sterling Heights, Warren, or Center Line, MI travels call for VIP-level luxury, the Lincoln Navigator and the INFINITI QX80 are ready to impress. Yet, the advanced capabilities and premium offers of the Lincoln Navigator may better align with your life’s busiest chapters.
Contact Crest Lincoln to schedule a test drive today and experience firsthand how the Lincoln Navigator raises the bar.
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