Lincoln Aviator trim levels explained

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The 2027 Lincoln Aviator comes in three trims, Premiere, Reserve and Black Label, all with a 400-hp twin-turbo 3.0L V6 and 10-speed automatic. Reserve adds leather, the Panoramic Vista Roof and available Air Glide Suspension. Black Label adds 30-way seats, 28-speaker audio and curated themes. The Grand Touring plug-in hybrid was sold for 2020–2023.

Current Aviator trim levels: Aviator, second generation (2027 model year)

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][2]

Lincoln Aviator Aviator, second generation (2027 model year) trims in ladder order with 2027 model-year base MSRP (USD), engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (2027, USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
Premiere—Lincoln-published 2027 pricing could not be retrieved.
  • Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic
  • Heated front seats and heated steering wheel
  • Adaptive suspension; Co-Pilot360 Drive 2.0
  • Second-row captain's chairs
  • BlueCruise with four years included
  • 14-speaker Revel audio
[2][3]
Reserve—Lincoln-published 2027 pricing could not be retrieved.
  • Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic
  • Leather seating surfaces and ambient lighting
  • Panoramic Vista Roof
  • Illumination Package (standard on Reserve from 2025)
  • Available Dynamic Handling Package with Air Glide Suspension
[2][3]
Black Label—Lincoln-published 2027 pricing could not be retrieved.
  • Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic
  • 30-way Perfect Position front seats
  • 28-speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio
  • Invitation, Flight or Moonbeam interior themes
  • Black Label ownership benefits
[2][4]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Lincoln pricing source.

Previous Aviator trim levels: Aviator, second generation (2025–2026 refresh)

The 2025 refresh added the Lincoln Digital Experience (13.2-inch touchscreen, 12.4-inch cluster) and made BlueCruise standard. A Jet Package was offered on every trim: 21-inch wheels on Premiere and 22-inch on Reserve and Black Label.[3]

Lincoln Aviator Aviator, second generation (2025–2026 refresh) trims in ladder order, engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
Premiere—
  • Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic
  • Jet Package: 21-inch bright-machined wheels with dark pockets
  • 20-inch wheels, Panoramic Vista Roof and Class III Trailer Tow Package standard across the lineup
[3]
Reserve—
  • Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic
  • Illumination Package standard (pixel LED headlamps, lit Lincoln star)
  • Four new interior color schemes
  • Jet Package: 22-inch black wheels
[3]
Black Label—
  • Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic
  • New Invitation theme; Flight continues
  • Black Label Special Edition with black roof and 22-inch Ebony wheels
  • Cenote Green and Whisper Blue paint
[3]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Lincoln pricing source.

Previous Aviator trim levels: Aviator, second generation (launch years)

The Aviator returned for 2020 with the twin-turbo V6 and, for 2020–2023, a Grand Touring plug-in hybrid. Our sources do not give the full trim list or pricing for these years, so the powertrain versions are listed here instead.[5][6][7]

Lincoln Aviator Aviator, second generation (launch years) trims in ladder order, engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
Aviator (twin-turbo V6)—
  • Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 (400 hp, 415 lb-ft), 10-speed automatic, RWD or AWD
  • EPA 17/24/20 mpg AWD (2020)
[5][7]
Grand Touring (plug-in hybrid)—
  • Twin-turbo 3.0L V6 + 74 kW motor, plug-in hybrid, 10-speed automatic, AWD
  • 21 miles EPA electric range
  • 56 MPGe; 23 mpg combined on gas
  • Sold 2020–2023
[6][7]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Lincoln pricing source.

Previous Aviator trim levels: Aviator, first generation

The first Aviator was a V8-powered, Explorer-based three-row SUV with RWD or 4WD. It launched in Luxury and Premium trims. Premium was renamed Ultimate for 2004, and for 2005 Luxury was the only trim, with an Elite option package.[7][8]

Lincoln Aviator Aviator, first generation trims in ladder order, engines and key standard equipment
TrimBase MSRP (USD)EnginesKey standard equipment
Luxury—
  • 4.6L V8, 5-speed automatic
  • Base trim; sole trim for 2005
[7][8]
Premium / Ultimate—
  • 4.6L V8, 5-speed automatic
  • Premium (2003), renamed Ultimate (2004)
[7][8]

MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from a Lincoln pricing source.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the 2027 Lincoln Aviator trims?

Premiere, Reserve and Black Label. All three use the 400-hp, 415 lb-ft twin-turbo 3.0L V6 with a 10-speed automatic.

What does the Aviator Reserve add over Premiere?

Leather seating surfaces, ambient lighting and the Panoramic Vista Roof, plus an available Dynamic Handling Package with Air Glide Suspension. The Illumination Package has been standard on Reserve since 2025.

What is the Aviator Black Label?

The top trim. It adds 30-way Perfect Position front seats, 28-speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio, a choice of Invitation, Flight or Moonbeam themes and Black Label ownership benefits.

Is there an Aviator Grand Touring for 2027?

No. EPA lists the Grand Touring plug-in hybrid only for 2020–2023, and Lincoln's 2027 lineup is Premiere, Reserve and Black Label with the gas V6.

How much is a 2027 Lincoln Aviator?

We could not retrieve Lincoln-published 2027 Aviator pricing from lincoln.com's static pages or a Lincoln release. Lincoln's Build & Price tool shows current MSRPs.

Sources

Prices and equipment are as published by Lincoln for the model year shown; trim content 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. 2027 Lincoln Aviator models: Premiere, Reserve, Black Label — Lincoln (lincoln.com)
  3. Elegance Meets Tech in the New Lincoln Aviator (Feb 5, 2024) — Ford From the Road newsroom (fromtheroad.ford.com)
  4. Black Label: A Decade of Lincoln Luxury Illuminated by a New Moon (2024) — Ford From the Road newsroom (fromtheroad.ford.com)
  5. EPA fuel economy: 2020 Lincoln Aviator 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: 2003 Lincoln Aviator 2WD — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)

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