2021 Infiniti QX80 2WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDRear-Wheel Drive
City
14
MPG
Highway
20
MPG
Combined
16
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S7)
Premium
City
14
Hwy
20
Comb
16
Fuel cost: $5,100/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$5,100

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-13,500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 2/10
GHG Score: 2/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
554 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
18.6 barrels

Specifications

Engine
5.6L 8-cyl
Transmission
7-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
5.6L, 8-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Fuel Type
Premium Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$4,209/yr
California
$5.957/gal$5,585/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$3,645/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$3,878/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$4,239/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$4,228/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$5,242/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$4,329/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$4,073/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$4,170/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 16 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
4/5
2021 Infiniti QX80 SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability21.9%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
6
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History2

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems6 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 6 owner complaints for the 2021 Infiniti QX80 2WD. Top reported issues include engine, speed control and fuel system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
2
Speed Control
2
Fuel System
1
Lighting
1
Visibility / Wipers
1
Power Train
1

2021 Infiniti QX80 2WD problems by category: Engine: 2 complaints, Speed Control: 2 complaints, Fuel System: 1 complaints, Lighting: 1 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 1 complaints, Power Train: 1 complaints.

Sample Owner Complaints

Speed ControlFiled: 01/16/2026ODI#11711375
I have been saying that my vehicle is a safety hazard since April 2022. I have had it to the dealer 4x since then in addition to opening up several cases with Inifiniti Customer Service, but nobody h…
Power TrainFiled: 01/07/2026ODI#11709395
This is a 2021 Vehicle, and beginning in April of 2022, I have been telling my dealer that there is something wrong, but they haven't been able to fix it. When I am driving, there are times when the …
Fuel SystemFiled: 03/04/2024ODI#11575429
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Fuel Rail/ System Pressure too low How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Car en…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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