2025 INFINITI QX80 Achieves Coveted IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Rating!
2025 INFINITI QX80 Achieves Coveted IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ Rating!
Posted on June 5, 2025
The 2025 INFINITI QX80 isn’t just bold and luxurious—it’s officially one of the safest full-size SUVs on the road. Recently awarded the IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating, this SUV now joins an elite class of vehicles that meet the premium safety standards in North America. For drivers who want elegance, power, and serious protection all in one package, it delivers on every level.
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) awards the “Top Safety Pick+” only to vehicles that perform exceptionally well across multiple crash tests, offer advanced crash prevention tech, and include well-designed headlight systems. This award signals a major leap forward not only for INFINITI but for the entire luxury SUV segment.
How the 2025 QX80 Earned the “Plus”
This award wasn’t handed out lightly. It had to pass rigorous IIHS evaluations, including:
- Small overlap front (driver and passenger side)
- Moderate overlap front crash tests
- Side impact crash tests
- Roof strength and head restraint performance
The 2025 model met or exceeded the top marks in all of these categories. A significant factor in its success is its new architecture, which features additional crumple zones, a rigid cabin structure, and impact-absorbing materials that enhance passenger safety in the event of a collision.
Where many SUVs struggle with headlight quality and crash avoidance tech, INFINITI got both right. Its standard LED headlights performed well in terms of visibility, scoring well on both low and high beam settings, which helps drivers see more of the road in poor weather or rural areas. This upgrade is particularly helpful for those driving on unlit roads or through seasonal fog and snow.
Driver Assistance that Thinks Ahead
What truly pushed this SUV into “Top Safety Pick+” territory is its advanced suite of driver-assistance systems. Every 2025 model includes Safety Shield® 360, a bundle of active safety features that work in the background to reduce the risk of accidents. This includes:
- Forward Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Blind Spot Warning and Intervention
- Rear Automatic Braking
- Lane Departure Warning and Prevention
- High Beam Assist
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
These features come standard, which isn’t always the case with luxury SUVs. In real-world testing, INFINITI’s systems helped avoid collisions at various speeds and reduced the risk of pedestrian impact in busy intersections.
Optional upgrades include ProPILOT Assist 2.1, a semi-autonomous hands-free driving system that operates on select mapped highways. It uses real-time GPS, camera input, and radar to manage speed, lane control, and distance from other vehicles—all while the driver monitors the system. For long road trips through Ontario’s highways or busy traffic corridors, this kind of intelligent assistance can make a massive difference in reducing driver fatigue and improving focus.
Refined Luxury That Protects
Inside the cabin, safety is matched by comfort. With three spacious rows, soft-touch materials, and available quilted leather, the cabin doesn’t just feel premium—it feels secure. The new body structure reduces outside noise and vibration, creating a calm space ideal for families or business-class comfort seekers.
These safety standards also includes standard Traffic Sign Recognition, an Intelligent Cruise Control system, and a 360-degree Around View® Monitor with Moving Object Detection. Together, these features help drivers stay more aware of their surroundings, whether in tight urban areas or on wide-open country highways.
A Top-Tier SUV Recognized for Excellence
The IIHS award is just the latest addition to the growing list of its achievements. While the 2025 model is still fresh on the market, its blend of intelligent engineering, elegant design, and high-level safety makes it a standout in the luxury space.
As the full-size SUV category becomes more competitive, the INFINITI proves that you don’t have to choose between sophistication and safety—you can have both. Whether you’re driving through downtown Ottawa or taking the scenic route to Muskoka, this SUV was built to adapt, protect, and impress.
Reserve the Award-Winning QX80 Today
Visit Myers INFINITI in Ottawa to experience the 2025 INFINITI QX80 for yourself. Book a test drive today with one of the top used car dealers in Ottawa and discover what safety-driven luxury truly feels like.