Infiniti Wants a 700-HP QX80 to Rival Cadillac Escalade V

Big PowerThere was a time not long ago when manufacturers were one-upping each other in power. It seemed like every new model would offer a performance variant that trumps the competition. Those days have slowly faded as the market shifts toward a more fuel-efficient focus, but there are still dedicated models that will keep the power-hungry enthusiast happy.You wouldn’t think of big SUVs as prime candidates for performance upgrades, but surprisingly, this segment still soldiers on with the likes of the Cadillac Escalade V, Range Rover V8, and more. Infiniti apparently wants to join in.

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