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Lincoln Aviator II 3.0 V6 (400 Hp) AWD Automatic
Overall Rating
Lincoln Aviator:
The Lincoln Aviator is a mid-size, three-row luxury SUV manufactured and marketed under the Lincoln brand of Ford Motor Company — and now in its second generation, with a hiatus from 2006 to 2020.
The first generation Aviator was manufactured for 2003–2005 model years as a rebadged variant of the third generation Ford Explorer — and assembled at the now-closed St. Louis Assembly in Hazelwood, Missouri, alongside the Explorer and Mountaineer.
For the 2020 model year, Lincoln reintroduced the Aviator as a badge engineered variant of the sixth generation Ford Explorer manufactured at Chicago Assembly and offered with a plug-in hybrid variant....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Overview:
Lincoln Aviator (II). With 542 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2221 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Lincoln Aviator II has not been tested by Euro NCAP. It typically receives high safety ratings from North American agencies like NHTSA.
3.0 V6 (400 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Delivers identical strong performance to the RWD variant, with the added benefit of enhanced traction in adverse conditions.
Fuel Economy
Slightly higher fuel consumption compared to the RWD model, a common trade-off for all-wheel drive.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful engine options, especially the hybrid
- • Luxurious and quiet interior with comfortable seating
- • Smooth and composed ride quality
- • Distinctive and elegant exterior styling
- • Available advanced technology and safety features
Cons:
- • Fuel economy (non-hybrid) could be better for the class
- • Infotainment system can be complex for some users
- • Some interior materials not quite on par with top German rivals
- • Large turning radius can make maneuvering in tight spaces challenging
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Aviator |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 (400 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 400 Hp |
| Torque: | 542 Nm |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 17 l |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.6 kg/Hp, 180.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.1 kg/Nm, 244 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2221 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2200 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 520 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3040 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 76 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5062 mm mm [153mm more] |
| Width: | 2022 mm mm [145mm more] |
| Height: | 1773 mm mm [27mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3025 mm mm [136mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2090 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2283 mm |
| Front track: | 1699 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1699 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | SelectShift |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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