Lincoln Aviator: specs, trims, Grand Touring plug-in hybrid and the 2025 refresh

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The Lincoln Aviator is a three-row midsize luxury SUV built at Chicago Assembly. The 2027 Aviator comes in Premiere, Reserve and Black Label trims, all with a 400-hp, 415 lb-ft twin-turbo 3.0L V6, a 10-speed automatic and rear- or all-wheel drive, rated 17/24/20 mpg with AWD. The Grand Touring plug-in hybrid was sold for 2020–2023.

Type
Three-row midsize luxury SUV on a rear-wheel-drive platform, seats up to 7
Powertrains
Aviator AWD, Aviator RWD, Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid (2020–2023) · 400 hp
Current generation
Second generation (U611), 2020–present

2027 Lincoln Aviator price and trims

The refreshed Aviator (2025 on) comes in three trims that all share the twin-turbo V6, in rear- or all-wheel drive. We could not retrieve Lincoln-published 2027 MSRPs.[1][12]

Lincoln Aviator trims with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2027)Powertrain
Premiere—Lincoln-published 2027 pricing could not be retrieved.Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic[12][2]
Reserve—Lincoln-published 2027 pricing could not be retrieved.Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic[12][2]
Black Label—Lincoln-published 2027 pricing could not be retrieved.Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic[12][13]

Every Aviator trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Lincoln Aviator engines, horsepower and mpg

EPA rates the 2027 Aviator at 17/24/20 mpg with AWD and 17/25/20 with RWD, on regular fuel. The 2025–2026 figures were 17/25/20 (AWD) and 18/25/21 (RWD), and lincoln.com lists 17/24/20 for 2027. For the 2020–2023 Grand Touring the figures shown are gas-only (22/25/23 mpg). EPA also rates it at 56 MPGe combined, with 21 miles of electric range and 460 miles of total range. EPA lists no Aviator plug-in hybrid after 2023.

Lincoln Aviator powertrains with Lincoln-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)EPA electric range
Aviator AWDPremiere, Reserve, Black LabelTwin-turbo 3.0L V6[2][1][3]40041510-speed SelectShift automaticAll-wheel drive17/24/202027 MY[3]—
Aviator RWDPremiere, Reserve, Black LabelTwin-turbo 3.0L V6[2][4]40041510-speed SelectShift automaticRear-wheel drive17/25/202027 MY[4]—
Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid (2020–2023)Grand TouringTwin-turbo 3.0L V6 plus a 74 kW electric motor (plug-in hybrid)[5][6][7]——10-speed automaticAll-wheel drive22/25/232023 MY[6]21 mi

Output is as rated by Lincoln; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

Aviator V6 vs Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid

On the used market the choice is between the gas-only Aviator and the 2020–2023 Grand Touring plug-in hybrid.[8][6][2]

Aviator V6 vs Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid
Aviator AWD (gas)Aviator Grand Touring (PHEV)
Model years2020–present2020–2023
EngineTwin-turbo 3.0L V6Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 + 74 kW motor
Output400 hp, 415 lb-ftNot stated in sources we could open
EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)17/24/20 (2020–2024)22/25/23 on gas
MPGe—56 combined
Electric range—21 miles
Total range—460 miles
Transmission10-speed automatic10-speed automatic
  • The Grand Touring gains 3 mpg combined on gas and can cover about 21 miles on electricity alone.
  • It was dropped after 2023, so newer Aviators are gas-only.
  • Both use the same 10-speed automatic and all-wheel drive.

2027 Aviator trims: Premiere vs Reserve vs Black Label

Premiere comes with heated front seats and a heated steering wheel, adaptive suspension, Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Drive 2.0, second-row captain's chairs, four years of BlueCruise and 14-speaker Revel audio. Reserve adds leather seating surfaces, ambient lighting and the Panoramic Vista Roof, and makes the Illumination Package and a Dynamic Handling Package with Air Glide Suspension available.

Black Label adds 30-way Perfect Position front seats, 28-speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio and Black Label ownership benefits, with a choice of the Invitation, Flight or Moonbeam interior themes. All three trims share the 400-hp V6.[12][2][13]

Aviator Grand Touring: the plug-in hybrid years

The Grand Touring paired the twin-turbo 3.0L V6 with a 74 kW electric motor and a plug-in battery. EPA rated it at 21 miles of electric range, 56 MPGe and 23 mpg combined on gas alone, with 460 miles of total range. On 240 V, EPA lists a charge time of about 3.5 hours.

EPA lists the Grand Touring for the 2020 through 2023 model years and none after. Lincoln's 2025 Aviator material describes only the gas V6. A used Grand Touring is now the only way to get a plug-in Aviator.

  • Electric range: 21 miles (EPA)
  • 56 MPGe combined; 23 mpg gas-only
  • Total range: 460 miles
  • Model years: 2020–2023
  • [5][6][2][7]

What the 2025 refresh changed

For 2025 Lincoln raised the grille slightly and fitted new LED headlamps. It also introduced the Lincoln Digital Experience, with Google apps, Alexa or Google Assistant voice control, a 13.2-inch touchscreen and a 12.4-inch digital cluster. BlueCruise became standard, with four years of hands-free highway driving included.

The standard-equipment list grew to include the Panoramic Vista Roof, adaptive suspension, heated and ventilated front seats, Phone as a Key, 20-inch wheels and a Class III Trailer Tow Package. A Jet Package is available on every trim, along with a Black Label Special Edition with a black roof and 22-inch Ebony wheels. EPA rated the 2025–2026 Aviator at 17/25/20 mpg with AWD and 18/25/21 with RWD.[2][14][15]

Buying a used Aviator

Every 2020-on Aviator uses the twin-turbo 3.0L V6. A 2025 or later model has the Lincoln Digital Experience and standard BlueCruise, while 2020–2023 cars may be Grand Touring plug-in hybrids. The 2003–2005 Aviator is a separate, V8-powered Explorer-based SUV.

Check the VIN against NHTSA's recall lookup. Open campaigns include 24V635, for intake valves on 2021–2022 3.0L engines, and 26V451, for a second-row seat switch on 2020–2027 Aviators.[2][6][16][17][18]

Lincoln Aviator generations by year

Every US Lincoln Aviator generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
Second generationU6112020–presentTwin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic; Grand Touring plug-in hybrid 2020–2023Returned for 2020 on a rear-wheel-drive platform shared with the Ford Explorer. It was the first Lincoln offered as a plug-in hybrid. A 2025 refresh, shown in February 2024, added a new grille and headlamps, the Lincoln Digital Experience with a 13.2-inch touchscreen and 12.4-inch cluster, and standard BlueCruise. Assembled at Chicago Assembly Plant.[2][8][5][6][7][9]
First generationUN1522003–20054.6L V8, 5-speed automatic; RWD or 4WDA Lincoln version of the third-generation Ford Explorer, built at St. Louis Assembly. After 2005 the name was dropped, and Lincoln's next crossover was sold as the MKX. EPA rated the 2003 2WD at 12/17/14 mpg and the 2005 2WD at 11/17/13.[10][11][7]

Lincoln Aviator problems and recalls

The most consequential Aviator recalls are 26V-402, a park pawl defect on 2020–2021 models that can lead to a rollaway, and 25V-455, a fuel pump failure on 2021–2023 models that can stall the engine. Second-row easy-entry seats, rear cameras and wiper motors are also covered, and 2020–2022 Grand Touring plug-in hybrids have a battery recall.

Documented Lincoln Aviator issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
Transmission park pawl can engage while moving (recall 26V-402)[19][20]Second generation (2020–present) – 2020–20212020–2021Recall 26V402
Low-pressure fuel pump can fail and stall the engine (recall 25V-455)[21][20]Second generation (2020–present) – 2021–20232021–2023Recall 25V455
Easy-entry second-row seat can unlatch (recall 26V-451)[22][23][20]Second generation (2020–present) – 2020–20272020–2027Recall 26V451
Rear camera image can appear flipped (recall 26V-123)[24][20]Second generation (2020–present) – 2020–20242020–2024Recall 26V123
Windshield wiper motor can fail (recall 26V-117)[25][20]Second generation (2020–present) – 2020–20222020–2022Recall 26V117
360-degree camera can lose the rear image (recall 23V-342)[26][27][28][20]Second generation (2020–present) – 2020–20232020–2023Recall 23V342
Seat belt anchor bolts may be loose (recall 25V-093)[29][20]Second generation (2020–present) – 2020–20212020–2021Recall 25V093
Engine intake valves can break (recall 24V-635)[30][20]Second generation (2020–present) – 2021–20222021–2022Recall 24V635

All 12 documented Aviator issues and 12 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the Lincoln Aviator have?

Every 2025–2027 Aviator uses a twin-turbocharged 3.0L V6 with 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed SelectShift automatic. Lincoln quotes 0–60 mph in 5.9 seconds.

What mpg does the Lincoln Aviator get?

EPA rates the 2027 Aviator at 17 city / 24 highway / 20 combined mpg with AWD and 17/25/20 with RWD. The 2025–2026 RWD was rated 18/25/21.

Is there still an Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid?

No. EPA lists the Aviator plug-in hybrid only for 2020–2023. It was rated for 21 miles of electric range, 56 MPGe and 23 mpg on gas. Lincoln's 2025 Aviator material lists only the V6.

What trims does the 2027 Aviator come in?

Premiere, Reserve and Black Label. Reserve adds leather, the Panoramic Vista Roof and available Air Glide Suspension. Black Label adds 30-way Perfect Position seats, 28-speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio and curated themes.

Where is the Lincoln Aviator built?

At Ford's Chicago Assembly Plant. Lincoln says the Aviator built there is also exported to markets including Canada, Mexico and the Middle East.

How many seats does the Aviator have?

Lincoln lists the 2027 Aviator as seating up to seven, and Premiere comes with second-row captain's chairs.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Lincoln for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. 2027 Lincoln Aviator: overview and specifications — Lincoln (lincoln.com)
  2. Elegance Meets Tech in the New Lincoln Aviator (Feb 5, 2024) — Ford From the Road newsroom (fromtheroad.ford.com)
  3. EPA fuel economy: 2027 Lincoln Aviator AWD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  4. EPA fuel economy: 2027 Lincoln Aviator RWD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  5. EPA fuel economy: 2020 Lincoln Aviator PHEV AWD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  6. EPA fuel economy: 2023 Lincoln Aviator PHEV AWD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  7. Lincoln Aviator (history corroboration) — Wikipedia (secondary reference)
  8. EPA fuel economy: 2020 Lincoln Aviator AWD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  9. Ford Motor Company to Increase Lincoln Production in the U.S. Beginning in 2030 (Aug 12, 2026) — Ford From the Road newsroom (fromtheroad.ford.com)
  10. EPA fuel economy: 2003 Lincoln Aviator 2WD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  11. EPA fuel economy: 2005 Lincoln Aviator 2WD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  12. 2027 Lincoln Aviator models: Premiere, Reserve, Black Label — Lincoln (lincoln.com)
  13. Black Label: A Decade of Lincoln Luxury Illuminated by a New Moon (2024) — Ford From the Road newsroom (fromtheroad.ford.com)
  14. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Lincoln Aviator AWD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  15. EPA fuel economy: 2026 Lincoln Aviator RWD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  16. NHTSA recall 24V635000: Engine intake valves may break, 2021–2022 models with 2.7L/3.0L Nano EcoBoost incl. Aviator (Aug 2024) — NHTSA recall (DOT recall dataset 6axg-epim)
  17. NHTSA recall 26V451000: Second-row seat may move unexpectedly, 2020–2027 Aviator and Explorer (Jul 2026) — NHTSA recall (DOT recall dataset 6axg-epim)
  18. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset query: "Lincoln Aviator" — U.S. DOT open data (data.transportation.gov)
  19. NHTSA recall 26V-402: Vehicle Rollaway Risk — NHTSA
  20. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset (6axg-epim) full-text query: Aviator — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA
  21. NHTSA recall 25V-455: Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail — NHTSA
  22. NHTSA recall 26V-451: Second-Row Seat May Move Unexpectedly — NHTSA
  23. NHTSA recall 25V-393: Second-Row Seat May Move Unexpectedly — NHTSA
  24. NHTSA recall 26V-123: Incorrectly Displayed Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111 — NHTSA
  25. NHTSA recall 26V-117: Windshield Wipers May Fail — NHTSA
  26. NHTSA recall 23V-342: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display — NHTSA
  27. NHTSA recall 23V-022: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display — NHTSA
  28. NHTSA recall 25V-159: Rearview Camera Image May Not Display — NHTSA
  29. NHTSA recall 25V-093: Improperly Secured Seat Belt Buckle Anchor Bolts — NHTSA
  30. NHTSA recall 24V-635: Engine Intake Valves May Break — NHTSA

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