Nissan may be in dire straits, but it’s not giving up on its luxury brand. Several new or updated Infiniti models are coming, and the 2026 QX60 leads the pack. The company must be strapped for cash, however, as the mid-cycle update isn’t as comprehensive as most facelifts in this segment. For the new model year, the lineup expands to include a Sport trim. Though it’s essentially a cosmetic package.
The Sport trim isn’t bringing back the naturally aspirated 3.5-liter V-6 that powered the QX60 through the 2024 model year. Infiniti is sticking with the turbocharged variable-compression four-cylinder, a 2.0-liter unit, still with 268 horsepower and 286 pound-feet of torque. It's down by 27 hp but up 16 lb-ft compared to the larger engine. A nine-speed automatic transmission carries over, sending power to both axles in the QX60 Sport, though lesser trims still offer front-wheel drive.
Even the base Pure trim now gets standard 20-inch wheels, replacing the previous 18-inch set. The higher-end Luxe and Autograph trims come with newly designed alloys of the same size. The range-topping Autograph also features a light curtain that projects Infiniti’s logo and geometric shapes on the ground when the vehicle is unlocked. Rounding out the exterior changes is a new Deep Emerald paint option. The Sport and Autograph trims also receive a two-tone treatment with a black upper body section.
The 2026 QX60 will arrive at dealerships this summer, with standard second-row captain’s chairs in the Sport and Autograph trims. Otherwise, the Genesis GV80 competitor has a second-row bench seat, allowing it to carry seven people. Pricing will be announced closer to launch, but for reference, the outgoing model starts at $50,200 for the Pure trim and goes up to $66,150 for the Autograph, before options.
If you’re willing to sacrifice some rear practicality for added style, a swoopier QX65 is coming. Expect it to cost more, as coupe-style SUVs typically command a premium over their donor vehicles.