Lincoln Aviator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
When comparing the Lincoln Aviator's and the Mercedes-Benz GLS's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Aviator has the advantage in the areas of reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the area of resale value. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln Aviator's and the Mercedes-Benz GLS's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Aviator is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Lincoln Aviator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln Aviator loses 54.9 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLS loses 44.2 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLS retains 10.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln Aviator.
Lincoln Aviator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Aviator is 8.0 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLS's quality rating is 7.0 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln Aviator being ranked 8 out of 25 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLS being ranked 12 out of 25. Out of 24 Best Luxury 7-Seater SUVs, the Lincoln Aviator is ranked 11 and the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 16. The Lincoln Aviator is also ranked 12 out of 32 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 18 out of 32. The Lincoln Aviator is also ranked 19 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 34 out of 67.
Lincoln Aviator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Aviator is 8.3 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLS the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln Aviator an advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lincoln Aviator’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS base engine makes 375 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/fullsize SUVs, the Lincoln Aviator has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz GLS has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lincoln Aviator has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.9%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$89,409 - $161,914
Used Asking Price:
$87,149 - $121,796
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.2%
Lincoln Aviator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln Aviator Rankings
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62 out of / 67Mercedes-Benz GLS Rankings
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54 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lincoln Aviator Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Premiere, Reserve
Mercedes-Benz GLS Trim Levels
AMG GLS 63, GLS 450, GLS 580, Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600 4MATIC
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
Horsepower:
375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
369 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
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:
39 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:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Cargo Space:
17.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
161.0 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:
5467 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
72.4 inches
Length:
205 inches
Wheelbase:
123.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 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:
21.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R21
