Lincoln Navigator vs Infiniti QX80: UAE’s Luxury SUV Showdown

Abu Dhabi : This is a close comparison of the Lincoln Navigator and Infiniti QX80, which are two popular flagship SUVs in the UAE. Comparison will be based on design, power, features, space, and price.

• Both SUVs have luxury interiors, strong engines, and advanced safety.
• Navigator has more space, while QX80 is more about sportier drive.
• The QX80 is slightly more expensive, be it new or used.

Luxury SUVs are a big part of the UAE market. Top names offer style, comfort and strong performance. Among these, the Lincoln Navigator and Infiniti QX80 are the leading choices.

The two models are flagship SUVs, each known for its design, power and features. But how do they compare? Let’s see for ourselves.

Trim Levels and Design

The Lincoln Navigator is available in Standard, Reserved and Presidential trims in the UAE. The Infiniti QX80, on the other hand, comes in Sensory and Autograph trims.

The two SUVs have bold appearance. Navigator has a chrome grille with the brand’s logo, 22-inch wheels, and LED fog lamps. The QX80 is more refined with LED taillights, an illuminated emblem and also rides on 22-inch alloy wheels.

Engine and Driving Performance

Power matters in large SUVs, and these two models deliver. The Lincoln Navigator runs on a 3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 engine with 440 hp and 691 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and reaches 0 to 100 km/h in 6 seconds.

The Infiniti QX80 also uses a 3.5-litre turbo V6 engine, but with slightly higher output of 450 hp and 700 Nm of torque. It has a 9-speed automatic transmission and can go from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds. The QX80 also hits a top speed of 210 km/h, as compared to Navigator’s 185 km/h.

The two SUVs have different drive modes, which make them flexible for the mixed type of roads in UAE.

Interior and Infotainment

On the inside, the two cars deliver premium comfort. The Navigator has leather seats with 10- or 30-way power controls, while the QX80 has semi-aniline leather and 12-way control for front seats.

Interior colors for the Navigator include Sandstone, Black Onyx and Roast. On the other hand, the QX80’s internal colors include Sepia Brown, Wheat Leather and Graphite Leather.

Below is a comparison of infotainment for the two vehicles:

Lincoln Navigator	Infiniti QX80
13.2-inch touchscreen	14.3-inch dual-screen
Revel Ultima 3D Audio System (14 or 28 speakers)	Klipsch Reference Premiere™ Audio System (24 speakers)
Lincoln Way app	MyINFINITI App

The two vehicles have wireless charging, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, ambient lighting, and USB ports.

Safety and Prices

For safety, the Navigator has Lincoln Co-Pilot 360 2.0 features like Pre-Collision Assist, Lane Departure Warning, and 10 airbags. The QX80’s ProPilot includes Traffic Jam Pilot, Predictive Forward Collision Warning and Blind Spot Intervention.

Price-wise, the new Infiniti QX80 is between AED 450,000 and AED 510,000. The Navigator starts at AED 373,695 and goes up to AED 451,395.

For used ones, the average prices of the QX80 2020 to 2024 models are between AED 139,375 and AED 258,100, while the Navigator is from AED 188,500 to AED 370,000.