2015 Infiniti QX80 takes on the Grueling Ike Gauntlet Towing Test Review
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- Опубліковано 10 лют 2015
- ( www.TFLtruck.com ) The 2015 Infiniti QX80 is a big boy 3 row truck based SUV with a 5.6L V8 that put our over 400 HP. In other words this is one truck that can be used to tow another truck. And that's exactly what we decided to do in another episode of TFLtruck's grueling Ike Gauntlet Towing test review. How does the 2015 Infiniti QX80 tow up the mountain? You'll have to watch this video to find out.
The Ike Gauntlet is a timed run up one of America's steepest highways from 9,000 feet above sea level to the top of the mountain at entrance to the Eisenhower Tunnel in Colorado.
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Comparing this QX80 test to the others is w/out merit. The Escal. and Navi. were pulling a nice, aerodynamic trailer, not this contraption with a wind-grabbing Bronco on it. That made all the difference in the world or, at least, the tests aren't equal. He also mentioned that he could "feel there's something back there" ... same reason, because of all the wind resistance!
Great point!
They were looking for a reason to fail it. They are afraid to say anything good about it . I own one and I can assure you it will drag a house off it's foundation .
@@timdixon9224 I also have one and I agree this thing is a tow monster. They always look for negative things to say about this suv but me owning one I could never related to their complaints.
Also they were pulling a 14,000 pound rated trailer with a 8,500 pound rated truck which is illegal.
I'd get this over the Nav. or Yukon
This QX is like our limited edition. Underneath it's built heavy duty. The suspension is much heavier than my F 150. And it's got tons of power.
I like your ideas of what you guys are planning on doing with the Bronco. Do them all
My Family Has Always Loved And Gave Hearts to the QX80 Were Getting The 4WD QX80
The QX80 is NOT based on the Armada platform, It's based on the Nissan Patrol which is built in Japan and is not available in the US and is a more refined platform than the Titan/Armada platform. Another thing is that the the Nissan Patrol is designed for good amount of offroading which might be the reason for the first gear ratio and makes it beat any other competitor off road.
Land Cruiser 200 Series would beat this off road any day.
Nathan, rainbow t-shirt, I have their old vinyl album "difficult to cure" since I was a kid. Only ever played once or twice!
The Japanese Escalade
Yessss
Why oh why, when doing a head to head (to head), wouldn't you use the same exact trailer? The drag co-efficient is significantly different on this compared with the slippery horse trailer. At 60+ mph, aerodynamics are hugely important. I've read how much drag is created by air traveling over and under a vehicle. In this case, you have drag over and under the pilot vehicle, the trailer, and the vehicle on the trailer.
Interesting that you guys did not use a weight distribution hitch and then complained that the rear end wiggled a bit when going over a bump. Anything over 5000 lbs requires a weight distribution hitch. Pretty careless I'd say considering this.
Holy crap the buffer trail swirl marks on that door at 2:17 lol.
The 2968 Bronico project will be fun to watch, will return to see the improvement of a cool looking truck.
This Infinity is awesome!!!
The new one is 🤩🤩
ya hear me? ive been waiting for that matchup for months
the v8 sounds awesome
Hey Roman, I think that's a great idea to update the Bronco. Give it a minor restoration and make sure everything mechanically runs flawlessly. Ever watch the show Wheeler Dealers on Velocity? They're based out of England and they restore cars like that back to showroom condition while on a budget. I think something like that would be perfect for the Bronco. Also, I enjoyed the Infiniti video.
I wonder what the drag coefficient difference is between the horse trailer and the bonco.
Nathan I have to correct you, the qx80/qx56(second gen) is not based on the armada/or the titan platform. It is based of the nissan patrol's chassis used in other markets around the world. Just an FYI.
love the idea with the bronco!
no 20" wheels! haha
You say it's not good for towing big trailers, but I bet that if it wouldn't be in the mountains it would tow this trailer no problem. You gotta specify that, otherwise you just end up with a conclusion that's too extreme.
I do want to see you guys restore the Bronco. It sounds like a good idea-much better than lifting it.
Are you guys going to make a final video about all this SUVs so we can see which one is the best for what we need and and if they are really worth the asking price
As far as i am concerned, they are all pretty good. I would make my decision based on which one i can get cheapest.
Indeed, they are nice, if I had the money I'll go for the navigator even though there are some good, smaller and cheaper SUVs like the Durango and Explorer with almost everything you can find on the big SUVs, but if I had the money I'll absolutely buy something like a escalade
love it when Japanese luxury brands just bring over a model that isn't being offered here in NA, change few things then sell it as a "all new" luxury vehicle. and the best part is of course, people buy them.
#Infiniti
Hi how are you
Please you can make video how to set up the the trailer on Infiniti QX80 please
Are you guys not doing the descent anymore?
Great video... but... maybe.. the air resistance make it slower? The other trailer is "aerodynamic" and this… well… has the front of the bronco to break air... maybe it´s nothing… just a thought… and to the bronco restoration... what about the lincon? That´s an awesome car and the family history is great! I think that that car is a classic… big classic car… and Nathan, don’t get frustrated about the bad comments, some people don’t know how to express their thought thru the keyboard and that make the comment sound aggressive… and maybe it wasn´t the case… on some they are just a**holes. Keep the great work guys! -from Mexico
Must test the LandCruiser V8 Twin Turbo Diesel!
The QX is a great towing truck. In fact, all the trucks they test here from Toyota Tacos to F-150s are great trucks. 8 minutes at an average of 55mph up the gauntlet is phenomenal. Every road isn't as taxing as the gauntlet. Most roads are either flat or have very moderate grades. These fools are so quick to call something "not a great towing truck". You test something under one condition and then judge it? Are you high?
Hey guys, when are you gonna bring the toyota land cruiser? That SUV can compete with all of the 3 SUVs you tested before. It has an v8 engine just like the Tundra. I would love to see how it does next to to the other 3..
I have noticed with the computer controlled engines you'll hold it WOT for the entire run, which I'd never consider doing with a 'dumb carb' engine. You aren't afraid of blowing it up?
Modern brakes, better paint. I agree with that. Maybe upgrade the suspension a little for a little more fun!
How heavy was that truck on the trailer. & how heavy was the trailer.
You need to put better suspension and more powerful engine with slicker transmission. That way it is more powerful/faster and better handling. Also you could squeeze meaty tires under it without raising it up. Maybe get redone interior with modern materials that appear stock.
The QX80(QX56) 5.6 Liter has always had a 7 speed automatic transmission since 2011 with the new body style. You kept saying it was new. nIt's not.
Come see me after all three comparison vehicles have over 100K miles. I'm pretty sure there will only be the Infiniti to test drive.
But is its tow capacity SAE 2807 rated? Or just "salesman rated"?
Don't you feel cold?
Those of us who look at buying the qx80, Yukon, or navigator, wonder if we could get away with a nicer driving unibody suv like a diesel Mercedes GL, X5, or Grand Cherokee. I'd love to see a comparison that give me some idea of how much better these body on frame trucks tow.
I suggest you go give the new Denali a whirl if you think it doesn't drive as nice as a uni body suv. Those magnetic shocks on it really make for a fantastic ride.
Give the Bronco modern brakes & suspension so it's safe, modern engine management so it's a reliable starter and clean runner and yeah... repaint it :)
Leaving the bronco mostly as is but updating to its original color and just restoring it is a good idea.. It's in fantastic shape and molesting it would be a waste. Save that for a bronco that needs a lot of work or is already heavily modified. Save this true specimen, you won't regret it
God, this thing goes ON and ON! Get to the point.
Suggestion for the Bronco: Coyote engine (the 5.0 in the new Mustangs). It's available as a crate engine and I'm sure there are kits to make it fit with no problem.
If you like to throw 15 grand away just on an engine then sure. Or you could get a crate 306 making a comfortable 360hp for 3500. Old school is better in an old school truck, way cheaper, way easier, less to go wrong etc etc.
15 grand? I don't know where you do your shopping, but I would urge you to start shopping somewhere else. www.americanmuscle.com/coyote-crate-engine.html
We can agree that switching an engine is a lot of work, and that there are a lot of other costs than just the engine. That does not mean one has to "throw 15 grand away just on an engine".
MrAnalFace ok your right I worded it improperly. I should have said 15 grand for the coyote swap, not just the engine.
Yes, then we're on the same page. I don't doubt that the complete cost can be 15k.
He's pronouncing SUV wrong... Sounds like he is saying truck...
I don’t know how to set up in my car
That QX80 does not share it's platform with the Armada. The QX56/QX80 has been on the Nissan Patrol platform since 2011.
+Anthony But I like these guys for their comments on driving the vehicles but they seem to be off on their facts occasionally. They also keep talking about it as "brand new". They mention the 7 speed as brand new but it has had a 7 speed since it's debut as a QX56 on the Nissan Patrol platform in 2011.
Very true! I do enjoy the videos though.
As of 2017 the Armada is also based on the Nissan Patrol. It's a QX80 with a Nissan badge and some re-styling and a much lower price...a great bargain, in fact, over any of the others including Tahoe, Expedition, etc. Great vehicle, I just bought one!
@@Grumpy_Old_Van_Man do you still have the Armada and if so how has it treated you?
@@AB-coyote I actually traded it in 4 years ago. It treated me well while we had it, no issues, enjoyed it. Needed a pickup truck!
Needs to improve gas mileage and handling
Design a power trailer.. Battery powered so when accelerate will assisted by its own power
I think restoring the Bronco to original is a great idea. Would be a shame to mod an old classic like that. It must be fairly rare.
why not manually shift it? it would have probably towed it better
Can it dethrone the yukon? after the yokan destroyed the navigator. we will find out!
Spoiler alert.
it fell behind and was not able to maintain throttle like the navigator and it was unable to haul with confidence of the yukon nor was it able to out accelerate the yukon which out accelerated the navigator when both under load. \
still a clear choice among the luxury SUV's
Navigator 7;30 3.6mpg
Yukon 7;41 4.1mpg
Infinity 8;11 3.9mpg
The Yukon would've been closer but ran into slower traffic. The elevation plays in the Lincolns favor with twin turbos. I think these two are dam close as far as performance goes. I would give the overall look and interior to the GMC.
How are those resales numbers of the Navigators doing? The big number is MPG and close to the same speed. I always laugh at Ford bragging about fuel mileage but never make close to what they say in real word.
Jay Trock the resale value is crappy compared to the Yukon. I've owned two f150 EB's and both have matched the window stickers fuel numbers as long as you drive with a light foot. The twins do drink fuel when towing no question about it but the .5 difference isn't as much as I would've thought. They did the same test with a Silverado and f150 and the ecoboost was faster in that test as well. The biggest problem is the 8 speed is always up and down shifting.
***** I thought we were talking about Lincoln's or specifically Navigator. How is those resale values holding? Why are you talking about trucks? Wasn't this about SUVs?
Jay Trock Same engine's just a SUV.
Anybody Else see the crappie wax job on the door
Oh yeah, I noticed that aswell. It's not from wax, it is holograms leftover from someone machine polishing the paint.
Looks bad both ways lol
+bumblebeecbr Holograms? I thot "wheel marks".
This was published on Feb. 11, 2015. And the only review on this Luxury SUV is the Ike Gauntlet? I might be wrong here, but it seems as though your channel is getting a little tunnel-vision (pun intended). There is a lot about this luxury SUV that I care a lot more about than just how much, and how fast it is at carrying a heavy weight over the continental-divide. The same thing with the Lexus LX 570. I would think that most people who would actually buy either of these SUV's, doesn't give a crap about your Ike-Gauntlet. So, if you really want your channel to be nothing but towing tests, than just keep doing what you are doing. Good luck.
Once the Escalade comes out with independent rear suspension it will blow away every other truck.
HEATED AND AC SEATS BRO THAT'S WHY YOU CANT GO THAT FAR DOWN. I'M 6'4 AND I FIT FINE IN THIS VEHICLE BUT THEN AGAIN MOST WOMAN BUY THIS SUV. LIKE MY WIFE WHOM IS 5'4. WE HAVE THE SAME ONE YOUR DRIVING. NOW I DO AGREE WITH WITH THE TECH IN HERE FEELS VERY OLD TECH..ANY WHO KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK LOVE THESE REVIEWS AND TESTING YA'LL DO
The QX is no longer based on the Armada. It has been based on the Nissan Patrol since the whole hippo style came into play.
I honestly don't think the QX80 will be sharing a truck platform with nissan again. It simply isn't refined enough. I think infiniti will keep using the patrol platform for the Qx80.
It's looks like a Porsche Cayenne has swallowed a hot air balloon on the front end n that engine sounds naff!
The mirror location is in your eye line creating a huge blind spot.
Update the brakes and steering but leave the looks of the old Bronco as it is !
Man that thing is painful to look at and I am not referring to the old Bronco.
hahaha, I agree!
jmc6000 Eh nah it looks different
That is compared to other cars but not ugly
Probably should have loaded that infinity on the trailer and pulled it behind the Bronco.
William Todd That QX80 is way too damn heavy for that thing to pull it..
I personally think these should be uploaded onto the fast lane car
I agree to an extent, yet they are TRUCK-based they perform like cars (exclusive of the gmc). thanks for the comment
***** Neither the QX80 or the LX570 are related to a truck.
Why not manually downshift?
+Jimbob They want to test how all aspects of the truck work, including how the transmission handles trailers.
Tis trailer has no wind resistance like first one
The Bronco and trailer is substituted for the horse trailer with the water tote, but even with equal weight between the two different trailers the horse trailer is going to create a lot of wind drag then the bronco sitting on top of the trailer, so the Navigator and the Yukon have a harder pull then this Infiniti. My thoughts anyway.
I agree with restoring the bronco, and making it safer (brakes etc). Just keep the original parts somewhere handy if you ever sell it. I can't get past how ugly the Infinity is, sorry.
the navigator was fastest/fuel
navi 7;31/3.6
yukon 7;40/4.1
Infinity 8;11/3.9
I checked the last 2 videos 2 confirm
I am guessing the navi never had to check up/slow down on this run
witch causes the lower mpg (STILL VIRTUALLY THE SAME MPG'S)
Yeah they said the times wrong, the navigator was the fastest with 7:30. Either tfl made a coincidental mistake or it's just another one of their attempts to make the yukon look better which its not. Smh
Kenny M They ran into traffic with the Yukon. The Yukon was also the only one able to keep accelerating past 60, neither the ecoboost navigator or the Infinity could. That 6.2 is on another league when it comes to performance.
I don't know if you watched the navigator video, but they were accelerating past 60. In fact, the man driving(I forgot his name) was being told to slow down because he was acceding the speed limit.
Aleem Mims Look towards the end when the grade increased. He said that it's to the floor and wasn't accelerating. It maintained speed yes, but there wasn't any reserve power.
its quicker then gm suvs and lincoln navigator 0-60 5.5 seconds
Make the bronco road worthy
Lots of nice scratches on the clearcoat of that Infiniti. Too lazy to do a proper hand wash?
Based solely on y'all's video the QX80 so more of a status simple, that being 80k. Not having the capability of the of the Lincoln or the Yukon makes It more of a people carrier than a vehicle to tow with. Now the bronco (and I'm bias cause it's my favorite vehicle) y'all should put the 302 in it, restore the paint and let it be.
Mr truck looks upset.
90 grand for an Suv made in Mississippi. Sign me up. Or wait. That was 90 grand not 9 grand? Send it back. This is about 50 grand overweight.
Huh? QX80's are made in Japan. The engines, however, are built in TN.
This is just a y62 patrol.
boys F 450 vs 3500 ram. thats what needs to be made... not this suv shit. i could put these toy cars in the bed of my truck.
DIESEL Trucks pulling heavy weight.
80k? That 80k would be much better spent on an Escalade.That chrome in the interior is so cheesy. I bet it's plastic.
Joseph Griveas car companies don't care about the nationality of the buyers and I don't care about the nationality of the car, good luck finding something good and affordable that is 100% made in one country
I'd much rather spend those $80k on a GL Bluetec
The QX80 (formally known as the QX56) has one of the best interiors you can buy in its category. Perhaps you did not watch the video? They even say that it has some of the softest touch materials in a "truck"
It is not plastic is all metal
god that thing is ugly
This car looks like fat dog.
The Toyota Sequoia could out pull this piece of crap.
NOOOTTTT hardly.
The sequoia could pull both of those.
Timothy Ellis hahahahaah you don't under stand the power of this truck it will embarrass the baby Toyota
This is the most unattractive SUV on the market... Compare it to a moose it looks identical