Item: 2017 Lincoln Navigator
Author: John Diether

Overview

Although the 2016 Lincoln Navigator has gone through a facelift, the 2017 model is expected to undergo a huge change. Influenced by the Ford F-150, the new Navigator will offer a small V6 engine, while maintaining similar power due to its advanced lightweight.

What's New for 2017

The 2017 Lincoln Navigator is expected to have an aluminum-made platform, which sheds off roughly 700 pounds. The 2017 features an upgraded interior, with a large touch-screen, 30-way power adjustable seats, and much more, and it's powered by the same V6 EcoBoost engine as the 2016 model. As for the visual, expect quite the make-over, from a grille similar to the Bentley Betayga, to a clamshell body inspired by the Range Rover.

Choosing Your Lincoln Navigator

The 2017 Lincoln Navigator will keep its 2016 EcoBoost 3.5L V6 engine; however, in this model, expect this twin-turbocharged engine to produce 400 horsepower in opposed to the 380 horsepower the 2016 model provided. With the option to change the driving mode, you can expect approximately 18 MPG combined city/highway driving.

Buyers should expect a slight improvement in acceleration due to the decrease in weight.

The 2017 Lincoln Navigator comes in two impressive packages

Select Package

The select package is considered the basic package; however, it is by no means basic. Starting at $63,195, the Select package offers the SYNC 3 interface, which is greatly improved from the original SYNC system. This package also features power lift gate, power running boards, and power folding third-row seats. This model comes equipped with a THX ll stereo system, which features 14 different speakers around the interior. This Select comes equipped with a rearview camera, adjustable pedals, and a three-zone climate control.

Reserve Package

This package starts at $71,260; it features an even more luxurious interior, including video monitors on the back of the front headrests. The Reserve package comes equipped with everything the Select package has, plus a few interior color options, two-tone exterior color options, and other advance features, such as speed sensitive volume control. The Reserve package offers towing-safety features, such as trailer sway control system, as well as regular driving safety features, such as, parking sensors for the front and the rear, blind spot sensors, hill hold control, and most importantly, side-curtain airbags for the whole side of the vehicle.

The 2017 Lincoln Navigator is a slight upgrade from the 2016, and with the amount of advanced technology that goes into it, it takes a slight edge over its competitors. The 700 pound lighter structure and smaller engine allows the Navigator to make more sense than the models prior to the 2016.

CarsDirect Tip

With such a small difference in price, many argue that it makes more sense to spend less than $10,000 to upgrade to the Reserve package and get all the luxury features you can get.

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Bassem Girgis

- June 30, 2016

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Expert Review

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: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

John Diether

Automotive Editor - March 30, 2017

Aging and due for replacement, the Lincoln Navigator remains an extreme approach to automotive size, comfort, and sheer presence. But underneath the bling lies a rugged SUV with impressive pulling power and competent road manners despite its age.

Pricing and Equipment

The Navigator starts out in Select trim for $64,710 with rear-drive, or $68,285 with optional four-wheel drive (prices include $1,195 destination charge). Standard features include:

Leather seats, heated and ventilated in front
Second-row captain's chairs (a bench is a no-cost alternative)
Power-retractable running boards
Blind spot monitoring, a rearview camera, parking sensors
20-inch bright-finish aluminum wheels
A touchscreen navigation system with 14-speaker audio and HD radio

Priced from $72,775, the Reserve carries an adaptive suspension, 22-inch wheels, and an upgraded leather interior. Four-wheel drive remains optional at $3,000.

The extended-wheelbase Navigator L, which offers significantly more cargo space, comes in the same trim levels. The L Select starts at $67,100, and the L Reserve at $75,165.

A sunroof ($995) and a rear entertainment system ($1,995) are among the few individual options for the Navigator.

All models use a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 380 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, matched to a six-speed automatic transmission. The regular Navigator with rear- or four-wheel drive earns an EPA-estimated 17 miles per gallon in combined city and highway driving. The Navigator L delivers 17 mpg combined with rear-drive, or 16 mpg with four-wheel drive.

Performance Pros

The twin-turbo V6 provides eye-opening acceleration in a vehicle of this size and weight. The Navigator hustles from zero to 60 mph in as little as 6 seconds.
The rear-drive Navigator is rated to tow up to 9,000 pounds, or 8,600 with four-wheel drive. No luxury SUV can pull more.
Ride quality is excellent thanks to the Navigator's four-wheel independent suspension. The Reserve's adaptive dampers, meanwhile, smooth things out even more, resulting in a plush cruising experience.

Performance Cons

There's no getting around the fact that the Navigator is a giant vehicle. Negotiating urban traffic requires steady nerves, and we discovered that parallel parking is often out of the question.
As much as we like the Navigator's potent V6, it doesn't offer any efficiency advantage over V8-powered competitors.

Interior Pros

With up to 128.2 cubic feet of cargo space, the Navigator L can hold more than any other SUV on Earth and even some minivans. The regular Navigator offer 103.3 cubic feet, which is still well above average for this segment.
The second-row captain's chairs feel like thrones. They're wide, supportive, and soft to the touch. The third row folds flat at the touch of a button.
The relatively low load floor makes handling cargo less of a chore.

Interior Cons

The third row claims to offer seating for three, but we found it's too narrow for that many adults to fit comfortably.
The tall dash with its stacked controls looks dated and truckish compared to the layouts in other luxury SUVs.
The Navigator is a very old vehicle, and the material quality reflects that. Cabins on newer offerings from Cadillac, Land Rover, and Mercedes-Benz are far plusher than this Lincoln (although their prices generally reflect that).

The Most Pleasant Surprise

The Lincoln Navigator handles well for its size. The independent suspension and electric steering system work together to assure the Navigator stays precisely on track.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

The option list doesn't include a single active safety feature like adaptive cruise control or lane keeping assist. That's yet another sign of the Navigator's advanced age.

The Bottom Line

The Lincoln Navigator truly excels in capability and comfort, if not technology.

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Specs & Features

Highlights

Overall Crash Safety Rating

Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque

3.5L V-6 / 380 HP / 460 ft.lbs.

Transmission

6-spd SelectShift w/OD

Drive Type

Rear-wheel

Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined

15 / 21 / 18 Mpg

Passenger Capacity

7 / 8

Bumper to Bumper Warranty

48 Months / 50,000 Miles

Mechanical Specs

Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque	3.5L V-6 / 380 HP / 460 ft.lbs.
Drive Type	Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined	15 / 21 / 18 Mpg
Brakes	4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension	Short And Long Arm
Rear Suspension	Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel	Full-size Steel
Fuel Tank	28.0 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type	Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank	$107

Dimensions & Capabilities

Maximum Cargo Volume	103.3 Cu.ft. / 104.7 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume	160 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length	207.4 "
Exterior Width	78.8 "
Exterior Height	78.1 "
Front Headroom	39.5 "
Rear Headroom	39.7 "
Front Legroom	43.0 "
Rear Legroom	39.1 "
Front Shoulder Room	63.3 "
Rear Shoulder Room	63.7 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight	5,830 Lbs.
Wheel Base	119 "
Turning Radius	20.4 '

Exterior Features

Door Count	4 Doors
Wheels	20.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 22.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 20.0 " Painted Aluminum
Paint	Clearcoat Monotone / Tri-coat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors	Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers	Body-colored With 2 Front Tow Hook(s)
Grille Moldings	Metal-look W/chrome Surround
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust	Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish

Interior Features

Seating

Passenger Capacity	7 / 8
Seat Trim	Leather
Front Seat Type	Bucket
Heated Front Seats	Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls	(8-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls	(8-way Power)
Front Armrests	(8-way Power)
Rear Armrests	Center
Rear Seats	Full Bucket / 40-20-40 Split-bench

Radio & Infotainment

Radio	Thx Ii Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers	14 Performance
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity

Convenience Features

Steering Wheel Type	Power Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control	Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control	With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof	Express Open/close
Rearview Mirror	Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window	Driver And Passenger
Tinted Windows	Deep
Vanity Mirrors	Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry	Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets	2

Safety Features

Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags	Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags	Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag	Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners	Front
Anti-Lock Brakes	4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor	Blis Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights	Directionally Adaptive
Parking Sensors	Front And Rear
Security Systems	Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable	Securilock

Warranty

Bumper To Bumper Months Miles	48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months	72 Months / 70,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months	Unlimited Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation	60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months

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