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| Seating Capacity | 8 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $44,800–$59,018 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
With an overall Carivo score of 6.9/10, the 2014 Infiniti QX80 earns a Good rating among the suvs we've scored. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 7.5/10, while Value at 6.1/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We rate reliability at 6.5/10 — below the segment average in our scoring. Budget for potentially higher maintenance costs and check the recall record below before buying. On safety it earns 7.5/10: respectable, if not class-leading — several competitors bundle more driver-assist tech as standard. Check your trim's official ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance lands mid-pack at 7.0/10: enough power and composure for everyday needs, without the dynamics that distinguish the segment's driver-focused options. Technology comes in at 7.4/10 — functional and modern, with wireless connectivity and core ADAS features, though some competitors pack more standard tech at this price point.
Priced from $44,800–$59,018, 10 MPG, seating 8, the Infiniti QX80 sits in the mid-market bracket of the suv segment. The value score of 6.1/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 12 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Bottom line: There's a case for the 2014 Infiniti QX80, but it needs the right buyer. Its reliability and value scores trail the class, and several higher-rated rivals sell for similar money — comparison-shop before committing.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2014 Infiniti QX80 ranks #2137 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 13% of the segment. Its 6.9/10 overall score is 0.5 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $44,800 starting price is about 24% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Across the QX80 model years we've scored, the 2014 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.2/10 | $76,786 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.2/10 | $76,786 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.3/10 | $74,550 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.1/10 | $72,313 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.1/10 | $70,077 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.1/10 | $67,840 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.0/10 | $65,604 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.0/10 | $63,367 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.9/10 | $61,131 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 6.8/10 | $58,894 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.9/10 | $56,658 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 6.8/10 | $54,421 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Air bags / Frontal / Driver side / Inflator module 24/10/2014 · 14V668000 | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 Infiniti QX56 vehicles manufactured September 1, 2012, to April 26, 2013, and 2014 Infiniti QX80 vehicles manufactured June 18, 2013, to February 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles,… |
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| Fuel system, gasoline 28/11/2014 · 14V683000 | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently… |
| Equipment / Other / Labels 19/03/2014 · 14V129000 | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Infiniti QX80 vehicles manufactured December 2, 2013, through January 27, 2014, and equipped with 20 inch wheels. In the affected vehicles, the Certification label incorrectly lists… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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