Lincoln Aviator vs. Lincoln Navigator
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lincoln Aviator and Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Aviator and the Lincoln Navigator.
In comparing the Lincoln Aviator's and the Lincoln Navigator's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Aviator has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Lincoln Navigator has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln Aviator's and the Lincoln Navigator's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Navigator is a better car than the Lincoln Aviator.
Pricing: A used 2024 Lincoln Aviator ranges from $59,097 to $84,585 while a used 2024 Lincoln Navigator is priced between $92,359 to $119,357. For a new model, the Lincoln Aviator's price is between $57,942 and $84,425, with the Lincoln Navigator priced between $86,401 and $120,996.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln Aviator loses 56.5 percent of its value and the Lincoln Navigator loses 56.1 percent of its value. This means the Lincoln Navigator retains 0.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln Aviator.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Aviator is 8.6 out of 10 while the Lincoln Navigator's quality rating is 8.8 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln Aviator being ranked 4 out of 22 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Lincoln Navigator being ranked 2 out of 22. Out of 29 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the Lincoln Aviator is ranked 5 and the Lincoln Navigator is ranked 3.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Aviator is 8.7 out of 10. For the Lincoln Navigator the reliability rating is 9.3 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln Navigator a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Aviator.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lincoln Aviator’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the Lincoln Navigator base engine makes 440 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Lincoln Navigator, a fullsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lincoln Aviator and the Lincoln Navigator have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$57,942 - $84,425
Starting MSRP:
$51,370
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$88,803
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$43,900 - $155,295
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$86,401 - $120,996
Starting MSRP:
$83,265
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$88,803
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$43,900 - $155,295
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$70,763
Price Range:
$59,097 - $84,585
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$108,428
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$48,353 - $235,429
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
232
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
2,501
# Good or Great Deals:
51
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$104,547
Price Range:
$92,359 - $119,357
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$108,428
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
$48,353 - $235,429
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
2,091
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
828
# Good or Great Deals:
105
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
57%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
42.8% - 61.5%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$47,606
Depreciation %:
57.2%
Resale Value $:
$35,659
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
57%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
42.8% - 61.5%
Lincoln Aviator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Navigator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
9.3 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Aviator
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.7
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
8.5 - 18.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
40.5%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Navigator
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
9.9
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
8.5 - 18.9
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
35.9%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.5 - 32.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.5 - 32.7
Lincoln Aviator Rankings
Ranking
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2 out of / 68Ranking
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11 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
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19 out of / 68Ranking
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38 out of / 59Ranking
59 out of / 68Lincoln Navigator Rankings
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17 out of / 26Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lincoln Aviator Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Premiere, Reserve
Lincoln Navigator Trim Levels
Black Label, Premiere, Reserve
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
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:
Not yet available
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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
440 hp @ 5850 rpm
Torque:
510 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6200 lbs
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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Available
Quad Seats:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
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
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
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:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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:
163.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
20.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
103.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
192.9 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5854 lbs
Width:
93.8 inches
Height:
76.3 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
255/60R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P275/55R20
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black
Gray
Asher Gray
Red
Diamond Red
Silver
Silver Radiance
White
Ceramic Pearl / Pristine White
Blue
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black
Gray
Starlight Gray
Red
Diamond Red
Silver
Silver Radiance
White
Ceramic Pearl / Pristine White
Blue
Flight Blue
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Beige
Sandstone