INFINITI QX80 PURE, LUXE, AUTOGRAPH & More

Last updated August 4, 2026

INFINITI QX80

The QX80 lineup starts with the base model, later called PURE. It delivers the core three-row luxury experience without the extra appearance and comfort layers. LUXE emphasizes a smoother ride and more comfortable seating, while the special-edition Signature adds distinctive styling and a broad set of driver aids. Farther up, PREMIUM SELECT is mainly the bold-looking version, SENSORY focuses on richer cabin comfort, and SPORT pairs similar upper-level amenities with a darker design. AUTOGRAPH and LIMITED sit at the top: AUTOGRAPH puts more attention on second- and third-row passengers, while LIMITED represents the fully equipped flagship approach of earlier model years.

What each trim is known for

INFINITI QX80 Base Model

Base Model

PUREbase

The Base Model trim level—sold simply as the base model and later as PURE—is the core QX80: a roomy, well-equipped luxury SUV without the upper trims’ added comfort and design treatments.

Best for: Drivers who want the QX80’s space, strong road presence, premium cabin, and useful camera technology without prioritizing top-tier extras.

Highlights

  • Three-row cabin with seating focused on family space and long-trip comfort
  • Premium audio across the years, including Bose systems on earlier models and Klipsch audio on PURE
  • Surround-view camera technology across the years
  • Large dual displays and built-in Google services on recent PURE models
22 in stock
INFINITI QX80 Mid-Level

Mid-Level

LUXESignature

The Mid-Level trim level—LUXE and Signature—is the first richer step: LUXE centers on everyday comfort, while Signature combines special-edition styling with bundled driver aids.

Best for: Shoppers who want a more polished daily drive or a QX80 with a distinctive factory-designed look.

Highlights

  • LUXE electronic air suspension and Dynamic Digital Suspension for a smoother, more controlled ride
  • LUXE climate-controlled first- and second-row seats
  • LUXE head-up display that places key driving information in the driver’s view
  • Signature Saddle Tan leather, dark-finish wheels, and a broad driver-assistance suite

This level builds on the Base Model in two ways: LUXE adds ride and seating comfort, while Signature adds distinctive materials, dark wheels, and more driver-assistance equipment.

52 in stock
INFINITI QX80 Premium Comfort

Premium Comfort

PREMIUM SELECTSENSORYSPORT

The Premium Comfort trim level—PREMIUM SELECT, SENSORY, and SPORT—is the expressive upper range, spanning appearance-focused models and more richly appointed comfort models.

Best for: Drivers who want the QX80 to feel more distinctive, more relaxing inside, or both.

Highlights

  • PREMIUM SELECT dark chrome, black exterior details, and Matte Mocha Burl cabin trim
  • SENSORY richer seating materials, upgraded climate control, and a more immersive cabin atmosphere
  • SPORT dark exterior treatment and distinct Dusk Blue cabin theme
  • Massaging front seats and 24-speaker Klipsch audio on SENSORY and SPORT

Over the Mid-Level, PREMIUM SELECT adds a stronger visual theme, while SENSORY and SPORT add richer materials, massaging front seats, advanced climate control, and upgraded audio.

15 in stock
INFINITI QX80 Top Tier Luxury

Top Tier Luxury

AUTOGRAPHLIMITED

The Top Tier Luxury trim level—AUTOGRAPH and LIMITED—is the flagship treatment, with richer craftsmanship and more attention paid to passengers beyond the front row.

Best for: Shoppers who want the QX80’s fullest luxury experience, especially for chauffeured travel, family trips, or frequent rear-seat passengers.

Highlights

  • AUTOGRAPH massaging second-row captain’s chairs with their own touchscreen controls
  • AUTOGRAPH quilted semi-aniline leather across all three rows and heated third-row seats
  • LIMITED special semi-aniline leather, open-pore ash wood, and other exclusive cabin finishes
  • LIMITED four-wheel drive, upgraded Bose audio, and rear entertainment equipment

Over Premium Comfort, AUTOGRAPH extends the pampering to the second and third rows, while LIMITED adds an all-in mix of exclusive materials, four-wheel-drive hardware, driver aids, and rear entertainment.

2 in stock

Trim comparison

FeatureMid-LevelBase ModelPremium ComfortTop Tier Luxury
Includes
LUXE, Signature52 in stock
PURE, base22 in stock
PREMIUM SELECT, SENSORY, SPORT15 in stock
AUTOGRAPH, LIMITED2 in stock
Main identityExtra comfort or special-edition styleCore QX80 luxuryUpper-level style and cabin comfortFlagship passenger pampering
Ride-focused upgradeAir suspension and Dynamic Digital Suspension on LUXECore QX80 setupComfort upgrades focus mainly on the cabinHydraulic body-motion control on some LIMITED models
Signature seating upgradeClimate-controlled first and second rows on LUXEHeated front seats on earlier base modelsSemi-aniline first and second rows on SENSORY and SPORTMassaging second row and heated third row on AUTOGRAPH
Front-seat massageNot a defining featureNot a defining featureSENSORY and SPORTAUTOGRAPH
Distinctive design treatmentDark wheels and Saddle Tan cabin on SignatureCore QX80 designDark-themed PREMIUM SELECT and SPORT treatmentsExclusive leather and open-pore wood treatments
Premium audio highlights13-speaker Bose on SignatureBose on earlier models; 14-speaker Klipsch on PURE24-speaker Klipsch on SENSORY and SPORT15- or 17-speaker Bose on LIMITED, depending on year
Rear-passenger extrasSecond-row climate-controlled seats on LUXEPower-folding third row on earlier base modelsRicher second-row materials on SENSORY and SPORTAUTOGRAPH rear controls; LIMITED rear entertainment
Recent 3.5L twin-turbo V6 highway economy20 mpg20 mpg19 mpg19 mpg

Frequently asked questions

What are the trim names on the redesigned QX80?

The redesigned lineup launched with PURE, LUXE, SENSORY, and AUTOGRAPH for 2025. For 2026, SPORT replaced SENSORY between LUXE and AUTOGRAPH. That naming change matters when comparing otherwise similar newer used examples.

Is the QX80 PURE a stripped-down base trim?

No. On the redesigned QX80, PURE already has the twin-turbo V6, dual 14.3-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 14-speaker Klipsch audio, advanced camera views, and a driver-assistance suite.

What is the older QX80 LIMITED trim?

LIMITED is an older top-tier QX80 focused on richer materials and bundled equipment. Depending on the era, it includes four-wheel drive, distinctive leather and wood trim, upgraded audio, rear entertainment, and added driver-assistance features.

What is the QX80 Signature Edition?

Signature is an older special edition that combines distinctive styling with popular equipment. It keeps the regular V8 powertrain but adds details such as Saddle Tan leather, dark-finish 22-inch wheels, and a broad driver-assistance suite.

What does LUXE add over PURE on the newer QX80?

LUXE adds a clear comfort upgrade over PURE on the redesigned QX80. Its main additions include electronic air suspension, an adaptive suspension, a head-up display, upgraded leather seating, and heated and ventilated seats in the first two rows.

What’s the difference between LUXE and PREMIUM SELECT?

In the 2021–2024 lineup, LUXE is the core trim and PREMIUM SELECT is mainly the style upgrade. PREMIUM SELECT adds dark exterior trim, black grille details, dark-finish 22-inch wheels, and richer-looking cabin accents while keeping the same V8.

What does SENSORY add over PREMIUM SELECT?

In the 2021–2024 lineup, PREMIUM SELECT focuses mostly on appearance, while SENSORY moves toward comfort and cabin refinement. SENSORY is the better fit when richer materials and added ride and passenger-comfort equipment matter more than dark styling.

Are SENSORY and SPORT versions of the same trim?

They fill a similar place in successive redesigned lineups, but they are not the same name for every year. SENSORY was the upper comfort trim for 2025. SPORT replaced it for 2026 and added a darker exterior treatment and a distinct Dusk Blue cabin theme.

What’s the difference between SPORT and AUTOGRAPH?

On newer models, SPORT emphasizes dark styling, front-seat comfort, upgraded audio, and dramatic cabin lighting. AUTOGRAPH goes further for passengers, adding quilted leather across all three rows, massaging second-row captain’s chairs, heated third-row seats, and richer wood trim.

How does the older Signature Edition compare with LIMITED?

Signature is the more restrained special edition, pairing unique colors and wheels with added driver aids. LIMITED is the fuller luxury treatment, with richer cabin materials, upgraded audio, rear entertainment, and more comfort equipment.

Does the QX80 SPORT have more horsepower?

No. SPORT changes the QX80’s look and cabin experience rather than its output. It uses the same 450-hp twin-turbo V6 as the other trims in the redesigned lineup, while adding dark exterior details and richer comfort features.

Which QX80 trim is best suited to rear-seat passengers?

AUTOGRAPH is the clear rear-passenger choice on newer models. It adds massaging second-row captain’s chairs with extra back support, a second-row control screen, quilted leather in all three rows, and heated third-row seats.

Which newer QX80 trim makes sense if ride comfort matters most?

LUXE is the practical step for added ride comfort without moving to the upper trims. On the redesigned QX80, it adds electronic air suspension and an adaptive suspension, along with more supportive front seats and upgraded first- and second-row seating.

Which QX80 trim suits someone who wants a darker look?

PREMIUM SELECT fills that role in the 2021–2024 lineup with dark chrome, black grille mesh, black mirror caps, and dark-finish wheels. On the redesigned lineup, SPORT takes over the style-led role with its own dark chrome front-end treatment.

How do the newer QX80 audio systems differ by trim?

PURE starts with a 14-speaker Klipsch premium system. SPORT steps up to a 24-speaker Klipsch Reference Premiere system with speakers in the front head restraints. The 2025 SENSORY trim also uses the 24-speaker setup.

Which newer QX80 trims have massaging seats?

The 2025 SENSORY and newer SPORT explicitly include massaging front seats. AUTOGRAPH adds massaging second-row captain’s chairs, making it the trim to focus on when comfort for passengers behind the driver matters most.

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