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Lincoln Nautilus I (facelift 2020) 2.0 (250 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
Lincoln Nautilus:
The Lincoln Nautilus is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV marketed over two generations by Ford Motor Company's Lincoln luxury brand. The Nautilus was initially renamed from the MKX as part of a mid-cycle update in 2018 for the 2019 model year, as Lincoln phased out its use of "MK" model names. The name 'Nautilus' is derived from the ancient Greek word nautes, meaning "sailor," as in nautical or astronaut.
The first generation is based on the CD4 platform, and was manufactured at Oakville Assembly in Oakville, Ontario, Canada alongside the Ford Edge, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT and manufactured in Hangzhou Assembly in Zhejiang, China by joint venture Changan Ford from 2021 to 2023. The second generation is solely produced by Changan Ford in China, as Ford is retooling the Oakville Assembly plant to produce electric vehicles....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2020) Overview:
Lincoln Nautilus (I (facelift 2020)). With 380 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.2 l/100km). With a weight of 1889 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (250 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate power for daily driving and comfortable cruising, though not particularly sporty. Acceleration is sufficient for most situations.
Fuel Economy
With a combined 10.2 l/100 km, its fuel economy is reasonable for a mid-size luxury SUV, especially in front-wheel-drive configuration.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Spacious and luxurious interior with quality materials
- • Powerful optional 2.7L V6 engine
- • Distinctive and elegant exterior design
- • Generous standard features for its class
Cons:
- • Base 2.0L engine can feel underpowered for some
- • Fuel economy is average for the segment
- • Infotainment system can be less intuitive than rivals
- • Not as agile or engaging to drive as some European competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: April, 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Nautilus |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2020) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (250 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | November, 2020 |
| End of production: | April, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 250 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Torque: | 380 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EcoBoost More details about the engine EcoBoost |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 9.2 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86.36 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.06 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 132.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 201.2 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1889 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1948 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1053 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4826 mm mm [81mm less] |
| Width: | 1999 mm mm [28mm less] |
| Height: | 1681 mm mm [51mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [51mm less] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1999 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2187 mm |
| Front track: | 1646 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1643 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | SelectShift |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350x32 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 316x11 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/60 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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