LaFontaine INFINITI Ann Arbor – Can the 2026 INFINITI QX80 tow 8,500 lbs for weekend getaways around East Lansing, MI?
The 2026 INFINITI QX80 is built to make family weekends simpler, safer, and more enjoyable—especially when towing is part of the plan. With up to 8500 lbs of towing capacity when properly equipped, it is engineered to pull a family boat, a mid-size camper, or a pair of personal watercraft with reassuring confidence. If your weekends involve lakes, campgrounds, and gear-packed itineraries around East Lansing, MI, the QX80’s powertrain, camera technology, and trailering features are designed to help you get there smoothly.
At the core is a 3.5L V6 twin-turbocharged engine producing up to 450 hp and 516 lb ft of torque. That generous torque curve makes starting on an incline and merging onto the highway feel less stressful with a trailer in tow. Available All-Mode 4WD® can further enhance control in changing weather, and the available Electronic Air Suspension can help maintain ride height and cabin comfort whether you’re loaded for a long haul or returning home light.
Driver-focused technologies elevate the towing experience. Rear Zoom View gives you a close-up camera angle right at the hitch ball, simplifying alignment for one-and-done connections. Trailer Blind Spot Warning extends the vehicle’s blind spot coverage down the length of your trailer, so adjacent cars are less likely to surprise you while changing lanes. The 3D Around View® Monitor with available Spin Capability can help while maneuvering into tight boat launches or backing into a campsite. Together with the Front Wide View and Invisible Hood View, the QX80 provides a smarter perspective around your vehicle and payload.
Inside, towing comfort means more than quietness. The QX80’s dual 14.3-inch Monolith displays with INFINITI InTouch® Services and Google built-in help you plan routes, check traffic, and keep your co-pilot informed without juggling devices. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ keep your apps fluid and familiar on the move. The cabin’s thoughtful design—available massaging seats in the first and second rows, available 64-color interior lighting, and the Klipsch® audio partnership with up to 24 speakers—turns travel days into part of the weekend you actually enjoy.
If you’re new to towing or stepping up to heavier gear, it helps to use a straightforward routine. Here’s a simple sequence many QX80 drivers find effective.
- Confirm your load: Ensure the combined weight of trailer and cargo is within the QX80’s up to 8500-lb capacity and verify proper tongue weight distribution.
- Align with precision: Use Rear Zoom View to position the hitch ball under the coupler—slow and steady makes this seamless.
- Check connections: Secure coupler, latch, safety chains, and electrical harness, then test lights and trailer brakes if equipped.
- Do a camera sweep: Cycle through 3D Around View® Monitor angles and verify Trailer Blind Spot Warning status before departure.
- Drive intentionally: Allow extra stopping distance, accelerate progressively, and use mirrors plus camera cues for lane changes.
These steps—combined with the QX80’s thoughtful tech—can help transform towing days from stressful to straightforward. And when you arrive, available Electronic Air Suspension can lower to make unloading coolers and gear easier for everyone.
Curious how the QX80 fits your specific boat, camper, or equipment? LaFontaine INFINITI Ann Arbor can help you evaluate your setup, walk through camera views, and tailor a test drive that includes hitching practice. We focus on making your everyday and every weekend more rewarding.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Does the 2026 INFINITI QX80 have the right camera views to help with towing?
Yes. Rear Zoom View makes hitching easier, while the 3D Around View® Monitor with available Spin Capability can help you maneuver in tight spaces. Trailer Blind Spot Warning extends awareness down your payload for better confidence on multi-lane highways.
Is four-wheel drive available for boat ramps and unpaved sites?
Available All-Mode 4WD® helps optimize traction and control on wet boat launches, gravel drives, and uneven campground access roads. It continually adjusts power between the front and rear wheels to support stability as conditions change.
Can the QX80 handle long-distance towing comfortably?
Absolutely. The twin-turbo V6 provides easy, confident power, while the available Electronic Air Suspension and Dynamic Digital Suspension help maintain composure. Inside, supportive seating, refined acoustics, and available Klipsch® audio keep everyone comfortable mile after mile.
From first test drive to your first tow, we are here to help you get the most from your SUV. Visit us for hands-on guidance and a tailored route that showcases towing technologies in a real-world, confidence-building way—serving Okemos, East Lansing, and Farmington Hills.
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