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Lincoln Navigator IV 3.5 V6 (456 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Lincoln Navigator:
The Lincoln Navigator is a full-size luxury SUV marketed and sold by the Lincoln Motor Company brand of Ford Motor Company since the 1998 model year. Sold primarily in North America, the Navigator is the Lincoln counterpart of the Ford Expedition. It is the heaviest production Lincoln ever built, and is also the Lincoln with the greatest cargo capacity and the first non-limousine Lincoln to offer seating for more than six people.
Lincoln Navigator production was sourced from 1997 to 2009 at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan. Since 2009, production has also been sourced from the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Kentucky....(Read more on Wikipedia)
IV Overview:
Lincoln Navigator (IV). With 691 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2579 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
Primarily designed for the North American market, the Lincoln Navigator IV has not been tested by Euro NCAP. It typically performs well in US safety tests (e.g., NHTSA, IIHS).
3.5 V6 (456 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent power and torque for a full-size SUV, ensuring strong acceleration and effortless highway cruising, even when fully loaded or towing.
Fuel Economy
Given its substantial size and power, the 12.4 l/100 km (19 MPG US) combined fuel consumption is reasonable for its class, though still high overall.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and refined EcoBoost V6 engine
- • Luxurious and spacious interior with premium materials
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • High towing capacity suitable for large trailers
- • Advanced technology and infotainment features
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially in urban driving
- • Large dimensions can make parking and maneuvering challenging
- • Premium price point for entry into the luxury SUV segment
- • Some competitors offer more agile handling
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V: August, 2024 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Navigator |
| Generation: | IV |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (456 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | November, 2017 |
| End of production: | August, 2021 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 456 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 130.4 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 691 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EcoBoost More details about the engine EcoBoost |
| Engine displacement: | 3496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 17 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.7 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.7 kg/Hp, 176.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.7 kg/Nm, 267.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2579 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2925 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 547 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3946 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 88 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 21.3° |
| Length: | 5334 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 2029 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Height: | 1941 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3112 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2123 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2383 mm |
| Front track: | 1717 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1707 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 246 mm |
| Approach angle: | 22.3° |
| Departure angle: | 22° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 275/55 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 20 |
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