Lincoln Navigator: price, specs, Navigator L and every generation since 1998
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The Lincoln Navigator is Lincoln's full-size, three-row flagship SUV, now in its fifth generation (2025–present). Every model uses a 440-hp, 510 lb-ft twin-turbo 3.5L V6 with a 10-speed automatic. A 2026 Navigator Premiere 4x4 window sticker lists a $91,995 base price before $2,895 destination, and Lincoln rates towing at up to 8,700 lbs.
- Type
- Full-size body-on-frame luxury SUV, three rows, seats up to 8 (standard and long-wheelbase L)
- Price (MSRP)
- from $91,995 (2026 MY) · Base price on a 2026 Navigator 4x4 Premiere (Equipment Group 100A) window sticker, excluding $2,895 destination and delivery ($94,890 including it). A 2027 Navigator 4x4 Reserve (Equipment Group 202A) sticker lists a $102,995 base price plus the same $2,895. Lincoln says the Navigator L costs $3,000 more per trim. We could not retrieve Lincoln-published Black Label pricing, so no top-of-range figure is given.[1][2][3]
- Powertrains
- Navigator and Navigator L 4x4, Navigator and Navigator L 4x2 (2027) · 440 hp
- Towing
- up to 8,700 lb (4x4 with the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package and 22-inch wheels, standard or L. With 24-inch wheels the rating is 8,500 lbs (standard) or 8,400 lbs (L); 4x2 models are rated 6,200 lbs (standard) and 6,600 lbs (L). Figures are Lincoln's for 2027.)[3]
- Current generation
- Fifth generation, 2025–present
2027 Lincoln Navigator price and trims
For 2027 rear-wheel drive is offered across the lineup, and the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package is optional on every series with 4x4. New paints and an Afterglow interior (Premiere and Reserve) arrive. Each trim comes in standard and L lengths, and Lincoln says the L starts at $3,000 more per trim.[3][22][2]
| Trim | MSRP (2027) | Powertrain |
|---|---|---|
| Premiere | —We could not retrieve a Lincoln-published 2027 Premiere price; the 2026 Premiere 4x4 is listed below. Navigator L Premiere: $3,000 more. | Twin-turbo 3.5L V6 (440 hp, 510 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic[3][4] |
| Reserve | $102,995Base price for Equipment Group 202A on a 2027 Navigator 4x4 Reserve window sticker, excl. $2,895 destination and delivery; $105,890 incl. destination. Navigator L Reserve: $3,000 more per Lincoln. | Twin-turbo 3.5L V6 (440 hp, 510 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic[2][3] |
| Black Label | —Lincoln-published Black Label pricing could not be retrieved. Navigator L Black Label: $3,000 more. | Twin-turbo 3.5L V6 (440 hp, 510 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic[3][4][18] |
Every Navigator trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →
Lincoln Navigator engines, horsepower and mpg
EPA lists the 2025 and 2026 Navigator as 4WD only, rated 15 city / 22 highway / 17 combined mpg on regular fuel. For 2027 EPA adds a 2WD rating of 16/23/18, and lincoln.com shows the same two sets of figures. EPA does not publish a separate Navigator L rating for 2025–2027. There is no hybrid Navigator.
| Version | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Transmission | Drive | EPA mpg (city/hwy/comb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navigator and Navigator L 4x4Premiere, Reserve, Black Label | Twin-turbo 3.5L V6 (3.5L EcoBoost V6)[3][4][5][2] | 440 | 510 | 10-speed automatic | 4x4 with adaptive suspension | 15/22/172027 MY[5] |
| Navigator and Navigator L 4x2 (2027)Premiere, Reserve, Black Label | Twin-turbo 3.5L V6 (3.5L EcoBoost V6)[3][6] | 440 | 510 | 10-speed automatic | Rear-wheel drive (4x2), available across the lineup for 2027 | 16/23/182027 MY[6] |
Output is as rated by Lincoln; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.
Engine guides (shared with Ford): 3.5 EcoBoost · 10R80 10-Speed
Navigator vs Navigator L (2027)
Both lengths share the same engine, trims and equipment. They differ in size, cargo, towing with 24-inch wheels and 4x2, and price.[3]
| Navigator | Navigator L | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 210.0 in | 221.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 122.5 in | 131.5 in |
| Cargo behind 3rd row | 22.9 cu ft | 37.4 cu ft |
| Cargo behind 2nd row | 69.9 cu ft | 84.5 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 107 cu ft | 121.6 cu ft |
| Max towing (4x4, HD tow, 22-in wheels) | 8,700 lbs | 8,700 lbs |
| Towing (4x4, HD tow, 24-in wheels) | 8,500 lbs | 8,400 lbs |
| Towing (4x2) | 6,200 lbs | 6,600 lbs |
| Engine | 440-hp twin-turbo 3.5L V6 | 440-hp twin-turbo 3.5L V6 |
| Price | Base | $3,000 more per trim |
- The L adds 11.9 inches of length and 9 inches of wheelbase, and 14.5 cu ft more space behind the third row.
- Towing is the same 8,700 lbs with the Heavy-Duty package and 22-inch wheels.
- Lincoln prices the L $3,000 above the same trim in standard length.
Navigator vs Navigator L: size, cargo and price
The Navigator L is the long-wheelbase version. Lincoln lists it at 221.9 inches long on a 131.5-inch wheelbase, against 210.0 inches and 122.5 inches for the standard Navigator. Height (78.3 in) and width with mirrors (94.6 in) are the same.
The extra length goes to cargo space. Behind the third row the L has 37.4 cu ft against 22.9 cu ft, and its maximum is 121.6 cu ft against 107 cu ft. Lincoln offers every trim in both lengths and says the L starts at $3,000 more per trim.
- Standard: 210.0 in long, 122.5 in wheelbase, 22.9 / 69.9 / 107 cu ft
- Navigator L: 221.9 in long, 131.5 in wheelbase, 37.4 / 84.5 / 121.6 cu ft
- Both: seats 7 with captain's chairs, 8 with the available second-row bench (Premiere and Reserve)
- L costs $3,000 more per trim
- [3]
Navigator Black Label: what the top trim adds
Black Label is Lincoln's top trim. On the Navigator it adds a 30-way Perfect Position driver's seat with Active Motion massage, Opulence leather, curated interior themes, standard Rejuvenate and available heated third-row seats. An available Special Edition package adds 24-inch high-gloss Ebony wheels. For 2027, Black Label also gets new 24-inch wheel choices, and Frosted Fig is a new paint color.
At the 2025 launch Lincoln introduced two Black Label themes, Enlighten and Atmospheric, alongside Invitation. Atmospheric was the first Black Label theme to carry over to the exterior, with Radiant Copper grille accents and 24-inch Radiant Copper wheels. Black Label owners also get extras such as new-vehicle delivery and complimentary car washes. These are offered only through participating Black Label retailers, which Lincoln counted at 164 stores in 2024.[3][4][18]
Inside the fifth-generation Navigator
The dash is built around a 48-inch panoramic display, with an 11.1-inch touchscreen below it. The Lincoln Digital Experience runs Google Maps and Google Assistant, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard. When the vehicle is parked, Pano Mode can show video or games across the wide display. Every model has heated, ventilated and massaging front seats, with 24-way adjustment for the driver and 22-way for the passenger, and a 28-speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio system is offered.
Behind the second row is a 40/20/40 third-row bench. The Lincoln Split Gate opens like a liftgate at the top, while its lower quarter drops like a tailgate rated for 500 lbs. Standard 22-inch wheels can be upgraded to 24-inch wheels. A 2027 Reserve window sticker lists the Rejuvenate package, Panoramic Vista Roof, power-deployable running boards and Pro Power Onboard (400 W) as standard equipment.
What changed: 2025 vs 2026 vs 2027 Navigator
2025: The fifth generation launched with the 440-hp twin-turbo V6, standard four-wheel drive, the 48-inch display, Split Gate and standard BlueCruise.
2026: The lineup included a Premiere trim. A 2026 Navigator 4x4 Premiere window sticker lists Equipment Group 100A at a $91,995 base price plus $2,895 destination.
2027: Rear-wheel drive is now offered across the lineup, and the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package is optional on every series with 4x4. Nocturnal Blue Metallic, Bronze Fire and Frosted Fig replace Flight Blue, Sunrise Copper and Gray Mist. Premiere and Reserve get an Afterglow interior, and Reserve adds an available power-reclining 40/20/40 third-row bench.[4][1][3][19]
Buying a used Navigator: which generation is which
Navigators built from 2015 on use a twin-turbo 3.5L V6. The 2015–2017 trucks pair it with a six-speed automatic, and 2018 and later models use a 10-speed. Navigators from 1998 to 2014 use a 5.4L V8. If you want the long-wheelbase body, look for a Navigator L, which has been offered since 2007.
Ford's June 2026 recall 26V402 covers about 741,000 vehicles, including 2018–2021 Navigators, because the transmission park pawl may engage while the vehicle is in motion and damage the park system. Check any VIN against NHTSA's recall lookup before you buy.[14][9][12][11][20][21]
Lincoln Navigator generations by year
| Generation | US model years | Engines | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fifth generation | 2025–present | Twin-turbo 3.5L V6 (440 hp, 510 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic | Revealed on August 15, 2024 as a 2025 model. It brought a 48-inch panoramic display above an 11.1-inch touchscreen, the Lincoln Split Gate, the Rejuvenate wellness mode and standard BlueCruise with four years included. It launched as 4x4 only; rear-wheel drive joined for 2027. Built at Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville.[4][3][7][8] |
| Fourth generationU554 | 2018–2024 | Twin-turbo 3.5L V6, 10-speed automatic | Moved to an aluminum body on the platform shared with the Ford Expedition, kept the long-wheelbase Navigator L, and offered Black Label on the Navigator for the first time. A 2022 refresh added a larger touchscreen and BlueCruise. EPA rated the 4x4 at 16/21/18 mpg for 2018 and 16/22/18 for 2024.[9][10][11] |
| Third generationU326 | 2007–2017 | 5.4L V8 with 6-speed automatic (2007–2014); twin-turbo 3.5L V6 with 6-speed automatic (2015–2017) | Introduced the long-wheelbase Navigator L. EPA lists the 5.4L V8 as flex-fuel capable from 2009. The 2015 refresh replaced the V8 with the twin-turbo 3.5L V6, which EPA rates at 15/20/17 mpg in 4x4 form.[12][13][14][11] |
| Second generation | 2003–2006 | 5.4L V8; 4-speed automatic (2003–2004), 6-speed automatic (2005–2006) | A redesign alongside the 2003 Expedition added independent rear suspension, power running boards, a power-folding third row and a power liftgate. EPA rated the 2003 2WD at 11/15/13 mpg.[15][16][11] |
| First generation | 1998–2002 | 5.4L V8, 4-speed automatic | Launched in July 1997 as a 1998 model, based on the Ford Expedition and built at Michigan Assembly. EPA rated the 1998 2WD at 12/16/13 mpg.[17][11] |
Lincoln Navigator problems and recalls
The biggest Navigator recall for used buyers is 26V-402, a 2018–2021 transmission park pawl defect that can lead to a rollaway; its remedy was not expected until April 2027. 2018–2022 models also have a seat belt pretensioner recall, and 2021–2024 models have fuel pump, brake line and camera module campaigns.
All 12 documented Navigator issues and 12 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →
Navigator pricing: invoice, incentives and asking prices
MSRP is the starting point, not the transaction price. Compare offers as a discount off MSRP in dollars and percent, before rebates and without dealer add-ons. These CarWhere pages show dealer invoice estimates, current incentives and asking prices for the Lincoln Navigator.
More Navigator research
See how a Navigator was built at the factory.
Trim names and packages on a used listing are not always right. The CarWhere Lincoln build sheet reconstructs factory colors, options and packages from licensed VIN-level build data — availability is checked free, and it is $9.99 only when detailed build data is found for that VIN.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Lincoln Navigator?
A 2026 Navigator 4x4 Premiere window sticker lists a $91,995 base price plus $2,895 destination ($94,890). A 2027 Navigator 4x4 Reserve with Equipment Group 202A lists $102,995 plus $2,895. The Navigator L costs $3,000 more per trim.
What engine is in the Lincoln Navigator?
Every 2025–2027 Navigator uses a twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 with 440 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic.
What gas mileage does the Navigator get?
EPA rates the 2027 Navigator 4x4 at 15 mpg city, 22 highway and 17 combined, and the new 2027 4x2 at 16/23/18.
How much can a Lincoln Navigator tow?
Up to 8,700 lbs with 4x4, the Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package and 22-inch wheels. With 24-inch wheels it is 8,500 lbs (8,400 for the L), and 4x2 models are rated 6,200 lbs (6,600 for the L).
What is the difference between the Navigator and Navigator L?
The L is 11.9 inches longer (221.9 in) on a 131.5-inch wheelbase. It has 37.4 cu ft behind the third row against 22.9 cu ft, and Lincoln prices it $3,000 above the same trim in standard length.
What trims does the 2027 Navigator come in?
Premiere, Reserve and Black Label, each offered in standard and L lengths, for six versions in total.
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.
- 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)
- Black Label: A Decade of Lincoln Luxury Illuminated by a New Moon (2024) — Ford From the Road newsroom (fromtheroad.ford.com)
- NHTSA recall 26V-402: Vehicle Rollaway Risk — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 26V-344: Seat Belt May Fail to Retract or Extend — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 24V-099: Seat Belt May Lock and Fail to Retract or Extend — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 25V-197: Seat Belt May Fail to Retract or Extend — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 22V-250: Windshield Wipers May Fail — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 26V-204: Windshield Wipers May Fail — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 25V-455: Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 25V-314: Loss of Brake Function from Brake Fluid Leak — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 26V-104: Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108 — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 26V-165: Loss of Rearview Camera Image and ADAS Features — NHTSA
- NHTSA recall 22V-346: Engine Compartment Fire — NHTSA
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