Lincoln Navigator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
When comparing the Lincoln Navigator's and the Mercedes-Benz GLS's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Navigator 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 areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and resale value. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln Navigator's and the Mercedes-Benz GLS's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Navigator is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Lincoln Navigator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Pricing
A used 2024 Lincoln Navigator ranges from $104,454 to $120,097 while a used 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLS is priced between $86,711 to $123,200. For a new model, the Lincoln Navigator's price is between $97,743 and $120,480, with the Mercedes-Benz GLS priced between $89,392 and $159,073.
Lincoln Navigator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln Navigator loses 55.6 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLS loses 44.2 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLS retains 11.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln Navigator.
Lincoln Navigator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Navigator is 8.6 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLS's quality rating is 7.0 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln Navigator being ranked 4 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 Navigator is ranked 5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 16. The Lincoln Navigator is also ranked 6 out of 32 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows while the Mercedes-Benz GLS is ranked 18 out of 32.
Lincoln Navigator vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Navigator is 9.1 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLS the reliability rating is 5.6 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln Navigator a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lincoln Navigator’s base engine makes 440 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS base engine makes 375 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Lincoln Navigator has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Mercedes-Benz GLS, a crossover/fullsize SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lincoln Navigator has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$97,743 - $120,480
Used Asking Price:
$104,454 - $120,097
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
55.6%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$89,392 - $159,073
Used Asking Price:
$86,711 - $123,200
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
44.2%
Lincoln Navigator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz GLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.0 / 10
Reliability:
5.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln Navigator Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
2 out of / 14Ranking
2 out of / 10Ranking
3 out of / 32Ranking
3 out of / 32Ranking
3 out of / 25Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
5 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 32Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 22Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 23Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 24Ranking
21 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 32Mercedes-Benz GLS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 25Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 4Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
13 out of / 22Ranking
14 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 27Ranking
16 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
18 out of / 23Ranking
19 out of / 32Ranking
23 out of / 30Ranking
34 out of / 67Ranking
36 out of / 67Ranking
54 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lincoln Navigator Trim Levels
Black Label, 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:
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
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:
3.5 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
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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree 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
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
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:
5854 lbs
Width:
93.8 inches
Height:
76.3 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.6 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:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P275/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R21
