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Lincoln Navigator IV L (facelift 2021) 3.5 V6 (440 Hp) SelectShift
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 L (facelift 2021) Overview:
Lincoln Navigator (IV L (facelift 2021)). With 691 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2688 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.
3.5 V6 (440 Hp) SelectShift Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 delivers robust performance, providing ample power (440 Hp, 691 Nm) for confident acceleration and effortless highway cruising, even with a full load or when towing. The 10-speed SelectShift transmission ensures smooth and responsive gear changes.
Fuel Economy
As a large, heavy luxury SUV with a powerful petrol engine, fuel economy is a significant consideration. Expect moderate to low MPG figures, especially in urban driving, though highway efficiency is respectable for its class.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Cavernous interior space and cargo capacity
- • Luxurious and well-appointed cabin
- • Powerful and smooth EcoBoost V6 engine
- • Impressive towing capability for its class
- • Comfortable and composed ride quality
Cons:
- • Significant fuel consumption
- • Large dimensions can be challenging in urban environments
- • Premium purchase price and running costs
- • Some interior materials could be more upscale for the segment
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III L (facelift 2015): 2014 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Navigator |
| Generation: | IV L (facelift 2021) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (440 Hp) SelectShift |
| Start of production: | August, 2021 |
| End of production: | 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 440 Hp @ 5850 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 126.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 691 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EcoBoost [Same engine] More details about the engine EcoBoost |
| Engine displacement: | 3490 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | TIVCST |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 14.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.46 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.61 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.1 kg/Hp, 163.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.9 kg/Nm, 257.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2688 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3404 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 971 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3810 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 102 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20° |
| Length: | 5636 mm mm [10mm less] |
| Width: | 2029 mm mm [27mm more] |
| Height: | 1935 mm mm [46mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3343 mm mm [16mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2123 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2383 mm |
| Front track: | 1717 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1707 mm |
| Front overhang: | 970 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1323 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 246 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.2 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 22.8° |
| Departure angle: | 20.7° |
| 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 |
| Gearbox type | SelectShift |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 350.52 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 335.28 mm [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; 285/45 R22 |
| Wheel rims size | 20; 22 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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