Ford Edge vs. Lincoln Aviator
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Edge and Lincoln Aviator contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford Edge and the Lincoln Aviator.
In comparing the Ford Edge's and the Lincoln Aviator's specifications and ratings, the Ford Edge has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The Lincoln Aviator has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Edge's and the Lincoln Aviator's specifications and ratings, the Ford Edge is a better car than the Lincoln Aviator.
Pricing: A used 2024 Ford Edge ranges from $23,192 to $39,631 while a used 2024 Lincoln Aviator is priced between $47,881 to $71,942. For a new model, the Ford Edge's price is between $30,240 and $46,121, with the Lincoln Aviator priced between $56,520 and $82,930.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Edge loses 56.3 percent of its value and the Lincoln Aviator loses 54.4 percent of its value. This means the Lincoln Aviator retains 1.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Edge.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Edge is 7.7 out of 10 while the Lincoln Aviator's quality rating is 7.6 out of 10. This results in the Ford Edge being ranked 13 out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs and the Lincoln Aviator being ranked 5 out of 17 Best Luxury Large SUVs.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Edge is 7.8 out of 10. For the Lincoln Aviator the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Ford Edge a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Aviator.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Edge’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the Lincoln Aviator base engine makes 400 horsepower. The Edge is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The Aviator is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles.This gives the Ford Edge the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lincoln Aviator the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Lincoln Aviator, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Ford Edge, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Edge and the Lincoln Aviator have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
30240 - 46121
Starting MSRP:
38465
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
37575
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43320
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
56520 - 82930
Starting MSRP:
51370
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
89412
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
43900 - 155295
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
29167
Price Range:
23192 - 39631
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
40450
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
29167 - 55624
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3849
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
29065
# Good or Great Deals:
1189
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
58931
Price Range:
47881 - 71942
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
93894
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
40560 - 199984
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
128
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
13563
# Good or Great Deals:
37
Ford Edge Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lincoln Aviator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Edge
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
11.1
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.0
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
7.7 - 15.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.183
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Aviator
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
10.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
7.2 - 21.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.064
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.798312832749213
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 31.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
9.365271942505538
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.2 - 31.9
Ford Edge Rankings
Ranking
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43 out of / 56Ranking
67 out of / 67Lincoln Aviator Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 2Ranking
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3 out of / 16Ranking
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5 out of / 68Ranking
5 out of / 17Ranking
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5 out of / 13Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
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9 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 17Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
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11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 68Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 17Ranking
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15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 17Ranking
15 out of / 17Ranking
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19 out of / 29Ranking
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40 out of / 64Ranking
47 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Ford Edge Trim Levels
SE, SEL, ST, ST-Line, Titanium
Lincoln Aviator Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Premiere, Reserve
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
415 foot-lbs @ 2750 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.084 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
389 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
364 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Cargo Space:
39.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
153.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.3 inches
Cargo Space:
17.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
77.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
163 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4126 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
68.3 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4745 lbs
Width:
89.9 inches
Height:
69.6 inches
Length:
199.3 inches
Wheelbase:
119.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
255/60R19
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Atlas Blue / Stone Blue
Gray
Carbonized Gray
Green
Forged Green
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Asher Gray
Green
Not available
Silver
Silver Radiance
White
Ceramic Pearl / Pristine White
Red
Diamond Red
Interior Colors
Beige
Dune
Black
Ebony
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony
