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The Infiniti QX80 in Ras Al Khaimah. Infiniti
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The 2018 Infiniti QX80 off-road in Ras Al Khaimah. Infiniti
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The new QX80 had its world debut at the Dubai International Motor Show in November. Infiniti
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Interior updates include new stitching patterns for the leather upholstery, new instrument lighting, new trim colours, larger screens in the rears of the headrests and an updated infotainment system. Infiniti
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On the exterior, the headlamps haven moved upward. Infiniti
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A wide, low air intake has been incorporated under the main grille. Infiniti
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The update has been overseen by Infiniti's new head of design Karim Habib, formerly of BMW. Infiniti
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The QX80 has a 5.6-litre V8 engine. Infiniti
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The QX80 costs from Dh335,000. Infiniti
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The Infiniti QX80 in Ras Al Khaimah. Infiniti
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The 2018 Infiniti QX80 off-road in Ras Al Khaimah. Infiniti
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The new QX80 had its world debut at the Dubai International Motor Show in November. Infiniti
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Interior updates include new stitching patterns for the leather upholstery, new instrument lighting, new trim colours, larger screens in the rears of the headrests and an updated infotainment system. Infiniti
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On the exterior, the headlamps haven moved upward. Infiniti
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A wide, low air intake has been incorporated under the main grille. Infiniti
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The update has been overseen by Infiniti's new head of design Karim Habib, formerly of BMW. Infiniti
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The QX80 has a 5.6-litre V8 engine. Infiniti
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The QX80 costs from Dh335,000. Infiniti
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The Infiniti QX80 in Ras Al Khaimah. Infiniti
The 2018 Infiniti QX80 is a capable monster with a nose for luxury
The Infiniti QX80 has had a facelift to give it a leaner, more road ready appearance. Minor surgery aside, it’s still good value
Kevin Hackett
22 February, 2018
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