Infiniti QX60

Cabin

The interior cabin quality is genuinely above the Korean near-luxury alternatives at AED 200,000 and below. You feel the premiumness as soon as you set foot inside. The dashboard layout is clean and wide, featuring the 12.3 inche main touchscreen. 

It runs the INFINITI InTouch operating system, which now supports Google Play app downloads and Google Assistant voice commands, making it a more meaningful upgrade from the previous generation's more closed ecosystem. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across all variants.

A separate 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster sits behind the flat-bottom leather-wrapped steering wheel. The 10.8-inch head-up display projects speed, navigation, and driver-assist status directly onto the windscreen. The feature is used constantly and no longer requires you to take your eyes off the road to check crucial information. 

Ambient interior lighting comes standard on the Sensory and above. The Autograph adds premium semi-aniline leather that feels softer and more refined than the TailorFit PU2.0 material of the lower trims. The Autograph's material quality is where the QX60 most clearly justifies its price bracket.

Front Seat

The QX60's front seats are wide and supportive. Standard heated and ventilated front seats are standard across variants, which is the correct decision for the UAE market. Ventilated seats change the experience of getting into a car parked in the sun.

Driver seat memory is available on upper trims. The Autograph adds a massage function for the driver and front passenger. That is a genuinely useful feature for anyone doing long distances. 

The steering wheel is leather-wrapped with paddle shifters across all variants. The heated steering wheel comes standard again, arguably less critical in UAE summers but appreciated on cooler winter nights and on mountain roads.

Electronic Parking Brake

The QX60 carries an electronic parking brake with Auto Hold. For a family SUV with intelligent AWD and meaningful ground clearance, the Hill Start Assist integration is worth noting. This system helps in preventing rollback reliability on inclines such as the Al Ain's mountain approach roads or the Hatta switchbacks. 

Rear Seat

The second row is where the QX60 makes its strongest family argument. The Autograph and Sensory variants include captain's chairs in the second row rather than a bench. With a six-seater configuration that adds a centre aisle for third-row access. This is the right configuration for UAE families who regularly carry children to school and need unrestricted second-to-third-row movement without folding seats.

The 2,900 mm wheelbase offers genuine, generous rear legroom. Two adults in the second row have space that doesn't require negotiation. Three across in the second row is possible with the bench configuration, though the shoulder width on the longer Abu Dhabi highway drive becomes a conversation.

Individual sound headrest speakers come on the Sensory and Autograph as part of the Klipsch audio package. So the front-seat passengers can enjoy music without disturbing children sleeping in the rear. In practice, it works, and it's the type of real-world family-use feature that makes the extra spend on the Sensory feel justified.

AC Vents

The QX60's tri-zone automatic climate control is standard across all four variants. Driver, front passenger, and rear passengers each control independent temperatures. For the UAE market, this is the correct baseline. A single-zone system in a three-row family SUV is not acceptable at all when you're managing the comfort of seven occupants at 45°C.

Rear AC vents are standard throughout the range. Remote engine start via the INFINITI Intelligent helps to pre-cool the cabin before entry, essential during peak summer months in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, where a parked car interior can reach 70°C+ within minutes.

There is no Park Cool equivalent (engine-off cabin pre-cooling) that some rivals now offer. The remote start system requires the engine to run, which is the conventional approach. It is not that big when parked in the covered mall parking, but for outdoor parking in direct summer sun, it's worth noting

Storage Options

The QX60's interior storage is practical without being exceptional. The centre console houses a wireless charging pad, cup holders, and adequate bin space. Door pockets accommodate standard water bottles across all rows.

The Autograph trim adds a unique crystal-themed gear selector surrounding it, giving it a premium look in photographs, and adds a distinctive character touch.

USB charging ports cover the front and rear passenger positions. The wireless charging pad is standard across variants. Connection options include Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, all standard throughout the range.

Armrest

The driver's centre armrest is padded and positioned correctly for UAE highway cruising. It covers a console storage compartment. The rear centre armrest folds down from the second-row seatback in bench-configuration models, with integrated cup holders. In the captain's chair configuration (Sensory and Autograph), individual armrests on each seat replace this.

Charging Options

Wireless charging is standard across the QX60 range. The system is not specified at 50W, and UAE buyers upgrading from a Chinese SUV should note that wireless charging speeds here are more conventional. Wired USB access covers all seating positions. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. Bluetooth connectivity and voice control through Google Assistant (new for 2026) are integrated throughout.

The QX60 approaches safety technology with layered sophistication. ProPILOT Assist covers Intelligent Cruise Control, which automatically maintains following distance on the highway and Lane Departure Prevention, which applies steering corrections to keep the QX60 within lane markings. This system meaningfully reduces fatigue by maintaining lane discipline by itself.

Forward Collision Warning is standard across variants. Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) is included as part of the ProPILOT package. Blind Spot Warning and Rear Cross Traffic Alert are standard. Lane Departure Warning is standard. These are not trim-restricted; the Luxe entry model carries the core safety architecture.

The 3D Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection adds a genuine active safety dimension beyond the passive system. It detects pedestrians, cyclists, and moving objects in low-speed manoeuvring situations. In Dubai's denser residential communities and Abu Dhabi's parking structures, this makes a real difference.

Airbag count across all variants covers front, side, and curtain positions, giving full coverage for all three rows. The QX60's body structure is engineered to distribute impact forces effectively.

One honest note: the QX60 does not carry an autonomous emergency steering system or proactive safety alerts beyond the conventional warning-and-assist framework. So if you are in the market for a near-luxury SUV at AED 255,000 to 300,000 in 2026 from Korean and other rivals, then make a thoughtful decision after comparing and verifying the active safety on the trim level.

At first sight, the QX looks premium as a near-luxury family SUV. The 2026 facelift brought meaningful changes to the front end, featuring a new grill, digital "piano key" daytime running lights, giving it a structured and layered look, away from a generic look. An illuminated INFINITI emblem sits at the centre of the grill that lights up in the night. 

The bonnet features a defined contour line that carries forward INFINITI's sculpted surfacing philosophy. This is not a tall, boxy family hauler trying to look sophisticated. The QX60 genuinely has a presence on Sheikh Zayed Road without appearing aggressive. At the rear, too, the redesigned liftgate makes it look cleaner and wider. The motion-activated liftgate comes standard on the Autograph variant and makes it convenient to load. 

Side 

The QX60's proportions are genuinely full-size in a market with 5,033 mm long on a 2,900 mm wheelbase, falling in the same range as the Land Cruiser Prado. The wheelbase number matters for UAE family buyers as it gives more legroom, and rear legroom is very crucial in the three-row family SUV.  The high waistline gives the body a solid, planted stance that does make the rear window visibility a little low. But the 3D Around View Monitor ensures that you get a clear rear view. All variants of the QX60 roll on 20-inch alloy wheels. The higher trims get five-spoke designs, gloss black 20-inch wheels in a signature five-spoke pattern for the premium you pay. The Autograph trim looks very premium even when compared to other rivals. The Autograph gets machined surface alloys that read noticeably more premium in direct sunlight. Overall, the side profile looks very clean across all the variants, 

Rear

The power liftgate comes standard on Autograph, while other lower trims get the conventional electrically-operated tailgate. This comes in handy even in day-to-day use when you want to open the boot with full hands after a grocery run. Rear parking sensors are standard across the range. The 3D Around View Monitor, now with Moving Object Detection and Front Wide View, helps in reversing in the tight parking spots. The Smart Rearview Mirror displays a live camera feed rather than a glass reflection, removing the blind spots completely. This comes in handy when your view is blocked by the three rows of passengers and luggage. LED tail lamps are standard throughout the range. The rear spoiler sits above the glass area, adding a subtle visual break to what would otherwise be a very upright tailgate. 

Colors

The 2026 QX60 is available in the following exterior color options for the UAE market:

• Mineral Black
• Black Obsidian / Radiant White
• Black Obsidian / Graphite Shadow
• Black Obsidian / Warm Titanium
• Black Obsidian / Moonbow Blue
• Black Obsidian / Grand Blue
• Black Obsidian / Harbor Gray
• Graphite Shadow / Mineral Black
• Black Obsidian / Deep Veridian

The two-tone exterior is available on the Autograph trim, making it visually distinct from a distance, with other highlights like the Autograph-branded side door and Chrome Strip. It offers something different in the UAE's standard sea of white and silver SUVs.

City Performance

The 3.5L V6 delivers 350 Nm smoothly rather than dramatically, paired with the 9-speed automatic transmission. The engine is refined at low speed in a way that turbocharged four-cylinders rarely match. So you get a smooth city ride without any hesitation off the line, no turbo lag when the gap opens in traffic. 

Eco mode reduces the throttle sensitivity and is very useful in urban driving, where fuel economy matters more. The QX60, at 1,981 mm wide, requires attention in tighter basement structures, as the QX60 is not a small car. Though the Around View Monitor removes the anxiety, and the turning circle (38.7 feet, or approximately 11.8 metres) asks for awareness rather than worry.

Highway Performance

On the Abu Dhabi to Dubai highway, the QX60 is genuinely comfortable. The V6 feels relaxing even at 120 km/h without any complaints, and feels very confident when overtaking. Wind and road noise are managed well. This features a heavier, more substantially insulated cabin than entry-level compact SUVs, and you feel that difference on a 45-minute highway stretch.

The 73-litre fuel tank supports a real-world range of approximately 650 km between refuelling stops, which covers Abu Dhabi to Dubai and back multiple times before you need to visit a petrol station.

ProPILOT Assist's Intelligent Cruise Control, once set, manages the following distance across lane changes and gentle curves. For a twice-daily Abu Dhabi to Dubai commute, this changes the experience of driving significantly. It is not self-driving, and INFINITI is clear about that. But it reduces the cognitive load of highway driving in a way that matters over time.

Ride and Handling

The QX60 is tuned for comfort. This is the correct calibration for a three-row family SUV in the UAE market, where daily driving means both smooth Abu Dhabi highways and the occasionally sharp speed reducers in Sharjah's residential areas.

Body roll exists during fast lane changes. At 4,742 pounds (approximately 2,150 kg), the QX60 is a substantial vehicle, and the suspension reflects this. It prioritises passenger comfort over lateral precision. Sport mode tightens throttle response and sharpens the drive mode engagement, but it doesn't fundamentally alter the chassis character. The QX60 is not a sports car with family credentials. It is a family car with honest performance credentials.

The electric power steering is accurate and well-weighted. At parking speeds, it's light and easy. On Abu Dhabi's faster arterial roads, it weighs up correctly, and the straight-line stability at 120 km/h is reassuring without requiring driver correction.

The Intelligent AWD system transfers power automatically up to 50% to the rear axle, as per the conditions or driver inputs call for it. The four drive modes include specific calibrations for varied surfaces, though the QX60's 170 mm ground clearance is the practical limit for serious off-road ambition

The 2026 QX60's feature list across all variants includes:

• 3.5L V6 naturally aspirated engine with 9-speed automatic transmission
• Intelligent AWD with automatic torque transfer (up to 50% rear)
• 4 drive modes: Auto, Sport, Eco, Personal
• INFINITI InTouch 12.3-inch touchscreen with Google Play and Google Assistant
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• 10.8-inch head-up display
• Klipsch 16-speaker or 20-speaker Reference Premiere audio (Sensory/Autograph)
• Headrest speakers (Sensory and Autograph)
• 3D Around View Monitor with Moving Object Detection and Front Wide View
• Smart Rearview Mirror
• ProPILOT Assist (Intelligent Cruise Control, Lane Departure Prevention)
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• Remote engine start via Intelligent Key
• Power liftgate (motion-activated on Autograph)
• ISOFIX child seat anchors
• Panoramic moonroof (Sensory, Sport, Autograph)
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard

QX60 Luxe 

The entry point to the QX60 range. You receive the 279 hp V6, Intelligent AWD, 12.3-inch InTouch screen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, the Around View Monitor, tri-zone climate control, heated and ventilated front seats, remote engine start, ProPILOT Assist, Forward Collision Warning, AEB, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, and 20-inch metallic grey alloys. What you don't receive: panoramic moonroof, ambient lighting, massage seats, captain's chairs, or Klipsch audio. This is the honest trade-off for the entry price.

QX60 Sensory 

The mid-variant adds the panoramic moonroof, ambient interior illumination, massage seats for driver and front passenger, the power-fold third row, captain's chairs in the second row, and individual Klipsch headrest speakers for driver and front passenger. The centre aisle that comes with captain's chairs transforms third-row access in daily school-run use. For families with young children who need rear-seat access regularly, the Sensory is the correct minimum.

QX60 Sport

The 2026 introduction. The Sport adds the unique gloss black 20-inch alloy wheels, a specific sport grille and front bumper design, black mirror caps, and a graphite suede headliner and pillar treatment. Interior upholstery shifts to stone grey with black accents. This variant suits the buyer who wants the QX60's family practicality but wants a more visually assertive exterior statement.

QX60 Autograph

The flagship variant. Two-tone exterior paint, premium semi-aniline leather upholstery, black roof rails, the motion-activated liftgate, the full Klipsch 20-speaker system with headrest speakers throughout, and the highest interior material specification in the range. The Autograph is the variant that most directly competes with European near-luxury alternatives, and at AED 300,000, it undercuts most of them.

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The QX60 Sensory at sub AED 300,000 suits most UAE buyers in this segment. The captain's chairs, third-row power fold, ambient lighting, and Klipsch audio are not optional luxuries in a car at this price. They are the features that separate a premium ownership experience from a conventional one. For families with regular rear-seat use, the centre aisle is a daily-use quality-of-life upgrade that justifies the step from the Luxe.

The Luxe is a solid choice for buyers who commute primarily with a partner, don't regularly carry three rows of passengers, and want the QX60's V6 refinement and AWD capability without the full Sensory outlay.

The Autograph makes sense for buyers for whom the QX60 is a statement as much as a vehicle. The semi-aniline leather and two-tone exterior give it a visual and tactile quality that the Luxe and Sensory can't match.

The INFINITI QX60 sits in an important space in the UAE luxury SUV market. It is the car that gives buyers genuine premium credentials with Japanese reliability, V6 refinement, near-luxury interior quality at a price point that European alternatives can't reach without significant compromise. The Lexus RX doesn't seat seven. The Land Cruiser Prado asks more money for comparable variants. The Chevrolet Suburban asks significantly more and is considerably larger.

What the QX60 does well, it does with consistency. The V6 is smooth and reliable. The cabin is genuinely premium from the Sensory upward. ProPILOT Assist on the E11 is a real ownership benefit. The AWD system handles the UAE's mixed driving demands, city, highway, and light off-road, without drama.

The honest limitations: 170 mm ground clearance restricts serious off-road use, the boot with all rows occupied is tight, and the 2026 facelift didn't bring a turbocharged powertrain that some rivals now offer at comparable prices. These are real considerations, not disqualifying ones.

For UAE families looking for a three-row premium SUV that won't require constant reassurance about long-term reliability, the QX60 remains a well-executed, INFINITI dealer-supported choice that earns its price at the Sensory level and above.

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