Test bench | The competition of the Infiniti QX60

The Genesis GV80, Lincoln Aviator and Volvo XC90 are competing for the same market as the Infiniti QX60.

Eric LeFrancois
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Genesis GV80

Price: from $77,500

When we compare ourselves, we are sorry or else we console ourselves. Faced with the Genesis GV80, the QX60 consoles itself. First, the price. The GV80 is advertised at a more competitive price ($65,500), but it only has five seats on board. To benefit from the seven-seat version, you have to go upmarket and stretch some additional $12,000. Also, the seven-seat version adopts the supercharged 3.5L V6. This one is naturally more spirited than that of the QX60, but consumes just as much gasoline. In terms of roominess, the GV80 is more spacious in the middle section, offers more legroom in the third row, but overall (interior volume), the QX60 is more functional. And much cheaper.

Lincoln Aviator

Price: from $70,900

Lincoln’s Aviator is arguably the QX60’s direct rival. The Aviator is based on a more dynamic architecture and is de facto powered by a 400 hp supercharged V6 engine. The latter is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. The Aviator is faster than the QX60, but also much more fuel-efficient at the pump. The solution: opt for the hybrid version of the Aviator, but it comes at a very high price. On the road, the Aviator is generally more comfortable than the QX60, but its body movements are less controlled. The American also offers better towing capacity and more cargo space. In terms of roominess, the Aviator doesn’t really benefit from its imposing dimensions. The third row of seats is rather cramped.

Volvo XC90

Price: from $65,200

Almost 10 years after its launch, this second generation of the XC90 remains relevant. It was one of the very first driven by a more sober four-cylinder engine with sufficient performance considering the nature of this segment. More economical at the pump (especially on expressways), the XC90 also offers a rechargeable hybrid version. Although it has a larger wheelbase than the QX60, the XC90 doesn’t necessarily take advantage of it. The middle seats offer more clearance, but third-row occupants will feel more cramped. Just like luggage, by the way. Finally, note that the towing capacity of the Volvo is significantly lower than that of the Infiniti.