Lincoln Navigator L vs. Ford Expedition MAX
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lincoln Navigator L and Ford Expedition MAX 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 Navigator L and the Ford Expedition MAX.
When we compare the Lincoln Navigator L's and the Ford Expedition MAX's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln Navigator L has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Ford Expedition MAX 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 interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln Navigator L's and the Ford Expedition MAX's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition MAX is a better car than the Lincoln Navigator L.
Pricing: A used 2025 Lincoln Navigator L ranges from $97,549 to $125,195 while a used 2025 Ford Expedition MAX is priced between $68,258 to $94,031. For a new model, the Lincoln Navigator L's price is between $104,841 and $126,725, with the Ford Expedition MAX priced between $70,910 and $93,940.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln Navigator L loses 59.8 percent of its value and the Ford Expedition MAX loses 60.1 percent of its value. This means the Lincoln Navigator L retains 0.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Expedition MAX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lincoln Navigator L’s base engine makes 440 horsepower, and the Ford Expedition MAX base engine makes 400 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are fullsize SUVs, the Ford Expedition MAX has the advantage of offering more front head room, front leg room and rear head room. The Lincoln Navigator L has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lincoln Navigator L and Ford Expedition MAX are comparable in regards to cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lincoln Navigator L and the Ford Expedition MAX have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
104841 - 126725
Starting MSRP:
102985
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
96113
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
45100 - 165500
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
70910 - 93940
Starting MSRP:
61470
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
67138
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
53000 - 101945
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
108451
Price Range:
97549 - 125195
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
114530
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
48050 - 212747
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
80072
Price Range:
68258 - 94031
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
80211
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
71641 - 90487
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
0.53387957
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
0.40142291 - 0.56934255
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
37219
Depreciation %:
0.60547456
Resale Value $:
24251
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large SUVs)
0.56272363
Category Depreciation Range:
(Large SUVs)
0.47365125 - 0.60547456
Lincoln Navigator L Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Expedition MAX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Navigator L
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.1
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
11.5
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
8.2 - 22.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.143
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Expedition MAX
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
10.1
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
8.8 - 11.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.676065282422111
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large SUVs)
1.5 - 27.7
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
6.364629999597248
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.5 - 6.4
Lincoln Navigator L Rankings
Ranking
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11 out of / 17Ranking
11 out of / 16Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 17Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 29Ford Expedition MAX Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 34Ranking
5 out of / 34Ranking
5 out of / 34Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
6 out of / 34Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 34Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 34Ranking
11 out of / 12Ranking
16 out of / 34Ranking
19 out of / 34Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 34Ranking
33 out of / 34Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lincoln Navigator L Trim Levels
Black Label, Reserve
Ford Expedition MAX Trim Levels
Active, King Ranch, Platinum, XL SSV
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
440 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
510 foot-lbs @ 3300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6600 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
480 foot-lbs @ 3300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
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):
15 / 22 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
417 / 612 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4 / 4X2
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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Massage Seats:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Safety Features
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:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Safety Features
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:
Standard
Backup camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.1 inches
Cargo Space:
36.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
121.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
208.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
36.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
123.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
211.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
6044 lbs
Width:
94.6 inches
Height:
78 inches
Length:
221.9 inches
Wheelbase:
131.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5794 lbs
Width:
94.6 inches
Height:
77.9 inches
Length:
221.7 inches
Wheelbase:
131.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P275/50R22
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R18E
Exterior Colors
Black
Infinite Black Metallic Clearcoat
Blue
Flight Blue Metallic Clearcoat
Gray
Glacier Gray Metallic Tri-Coat / Starlight Gray Premium Colorant
White
Crystal White Metallic Clearcoat / Pristine White Metallic Tri-Coat
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Stone Blue
Gray
Dark Matter Gray
White
Oxford White
Silver
Space Silver
Interior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Brown
Hot Chocolate
Gray
Medium Light Space Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Dark Gray
