INFINITI QX65 vs. The Competition
The all-new 2027 INFINITI QX65 enters the midsize luxury SUV segment with standard all-wheel drive, a 268-horsepower engine, and best-in-class towing capacity built into every trim. Shoppers near Los Angeles cross-shopping this class have plenty of options, but the QX65 stacks up well against rivals on power, interior craftsmanship, and technology. Glendale INFINITI carries the full QX65 inventory, so the easiest way to see the difference is behind the wheel on a test drive.
Compare the QX65 to other SUVs on the market.
What Sets the QX65 Apart Under the Hood
Every QX65 comes standard with a 268-horsepower engine producing 286 lb-ft of torque and INFINITI's Intelligent AWD system, so buyers aren't paying extra just to get all-wheel drive. That standard configuration puts the QX65 ahead of rivals like the Lexus RX and Cadillac XT5, where all-wheel drive often costs more or is limited to select trims. The QX65 also offers best-in-class towing capacity rated at 6,000 lbs, a number that outpaces what most shoppers expect from a midsize luxury SUV in this class.
What the QX65 Offers Inside That Others Do Not
Inside, the QX65 pairs TailorFit-appointed seating with a panoramic roof standard across the lineup, and higher trims add semi-aniline quilted seating, massaging front seats, and heated second-row seating on the AUTOGRAPH grade. Compared to the Lincoln Nautilus and Lexus RX, the QX65 leans harder into premium materials and comfort features earlier in its trim walk. Shoppers near Beverly Hills who want a cabin that feels upscale from the entry trim upward tend to notice that difference the moment they sit down.
What the QX65 Offers That Others Do Not
The QX65 comes standard with a 12.3 inch INFINITI InTouch interactive display, Google built-in with navigation, and ProPILOT Assist, with ProPILOT Assist 2.1 available on higher trims for hands-assisted highway driving. A 3D Around View Monitor and Front Wide View camera round out the standard safety suite. Against competitors like the Cadillac XT5, the QX65 offers a more complete technology package without requiring buyers to climb to the top trim just to get core driver assistance features.
Why the QX65 Wins for Pasadena-Area Shoppers
Between the standard AWD, the towing capacity, and a cabin that outpaces what the Lexus RX, Lincoln Nautilus, and Cadillac XT5 offer at comparable trim levels, the QX65 gives Pasadena and Santa Monica drivers a genuine reason to cross-shop INFINITI first. Glendale INFINITI backs that up as California's number one INFINITI dealer based on 2025 new INFINITI sales in the INFINITI West Region, and our finance team can walk you through leasing or financing a new QX65 once you've decided it's the right fit. Current QX65 lease offers are worth a look, and our QX65 research page covers the full trim breakdown in more detail.
