Infiniti QX65 Is Somehow Cheaper Than the QX60
Coupe SUVs Usually Cost More-Not This Time
The usual playbook for coupe SUVs is straightforward: start with a practical SUV, trade some utility for a sleeker roofline, and then ask buyers to pay extra for the style. That's been the case since the first BMW X6. Infiniti, though, is taking a different approach with the QX65.
Order guide data uncovered by CarsDirect shows Infiniti's coupe SUV actually undercuts the more traditional QX60 when you line up the trims. The 2027 QX60 starts at $51,890 for the base Pure with front-wheel drive, while the QX65 opens at $53,990. That sounds higher at first, but the QX65 skips the entry trim and comes standard with all-wheel drive.
But once you start matching features and drivetrains, the newcomer's price advantage starts to show.
The Numbers Tell a Different Story
According to the report, the QX60 Luxe with all-wheel drive is listed at $59,390. The equivalent QX65 holds at $53,990. That's a $5,400 difference, and it favors the model that's supposed to be the niche, style-focused option.
Look further up the range, and the pattern holds. Both SUVs offer an Autograph trim with standard all-wheel drive. The QX60 Autograph starts at $66,890, while the QX65 Autograph is $62,590 – a $4,300 gap.
There are a few things to keep in mind. The QX65 bundles more features into its lower trims. It also comes with all-wheel drive as standard, while the QX60 offers a cheaper front-wheel-drive setup in its base models.
Same Roots, Different Priorities
The QX65 and QX60 share the same platform under the skin, along with core features and design language. The real difference, apart from the raked roofline, comes down to what each model is built to do.
The QX60 is the familiar three-row midsize SUV, built for families who need space, flexibility, and everyday practicality. It's the safe bet in the lineup.
The QX65, meanwhile, drops the third row in favor of a sleeker profile and a more driver-focused feel. It's a two-row SUV with less cargo space but a lot more visual presence. Infiniti is also expected to add some performance upgrades, possibly even reviving the Red Sport badge, to back up its sportier image and more premium features.
So rather than charging extra for style, Infiniti is positioning the QX65 as a different kind of value: less utility, more personality, and in some cases, a lower price tag.
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This story was originally published May 2, 2026 at 9:15 AM.