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2017 Lincoln Navigator

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2017 Select 4dr 4x2
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Price:   -  From $63,515
2017 Select 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $67,090
2017 Reserve 4dr 4x2 Price:   -  From $71,580
2017 Reserve 4dr 4x4 Price:   -  From $74,580

Overview

Although the 2016 Lincoln Navigator has gone through a facelift, the 2017 model is expected to undergo a huge change. Influenced by the Ford F-150, the new Navigator will offer a small V6 engine, while maintaining similar power due to its advanced lightweight.

What's New for 2017

The 2017 Lincoln Navigator is expected to have an aluminum-made platform, which sheds off roughly 700 pounds. The 2017 features an upgraded interior, with a large touch-screen, 30-way power adjustable seats, and much more, and it's powered by the same V6 EcoBoost engine as the 2016 model. As for the visual, expect quite the make-over, from a grille similar to the Bentley Betayga, to a clamshell body inspired by the Range Rover.

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The 2017 Lincoln Navigator will keep its 2016 EcoBoost 3.5L V6 engine; however, in this model, expect this twin-turbocharged engine to produce 400 horsepower in opposed to the 380 horsepower the 2016 model provided. With the option to change the driving mode, you can expect approximately 18 MPG combined city/highway driving.

Buyers should expect a slight improvement in acceleration due to the decrease in weight.

The 2017 Lincoln Navigator comes in two impressive packages

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Select Package

The select package is considered the basic package; however, it is by no means basic. Starting at $63,195, the Select package offers the SYNC 3 interface, which is greatly improved from the original SYNC system. This package also features power lift gate, power running boards, and power folding third-row seats. This model comes equipped with a THX ll stereo system, which features 14 different speakers around the interior. This Select comes equipped with a rearview camera, adjustable pedals, and a three-zone climate control.

Reserve Package

This package starts at $71,260; it features an even more luxurious interior, including video monitors on the back of the front headrests. The Reserve package comes equipped with everything the Select package has, plus a few interior color options, two-tone exterior color options, and other advance features, such as speed sensitive volume control. The Reserve package offers towing-safety features, such as trailer sway control system, as well as regular driving safety features, such as, parking sensors for the front and the rear, blind spot sensors, hill hold control, and most importantly, side-curtain airbags for the whole side of the vehicle.

The 2017 Lincoln Navigator is a slight upgrade from the 2016, and with the amount of advanced technology that goes into it, it takes a slight edge over its competitors. The 700 pound lighter structure and smaller engine allows the Navigator to make more sense than the models prior to the 2016.

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With such a small difference in price, many argue that it makes more sense to spend less than $10,000 to upgrade to the Reserve package and get all the luxury features you can get.

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Aging and due for replacement, the Lincoln Navigator remains an extreme approach to automotive size, comfort, and sheer presence. But underneath the bling lies a rugged SUV with impressive pulling power and competent road manners despite its age.

Pricing and Equipment

The Navigator starts out in Select trim for $64,710 with rear-drive, or $68,285 with optional four-wheel drive (prices include $1,195 destination charge). Standard features include:

  • Leather seats, heated and ventilated in front
  • Second-row captain's chairs (a bench is a no-cost alternative)
  • Power-retractable running boards
  • Blind spot monitoring, a rearview camera, parking sensors
  • 20-inch bright-finish aluminum wheels
  • A touchscreen navigation system with 14-speaker audio and HD radio

Priced from $72,775, the Reserve carries an adaptive suspension, 22-inch wheels, and an upgraded leather interior. Four-wheel drive remains optional at $3,000.

The extended-wheelbase Navigator L, which offers significantly more cargo space, comes in the same trim levels. The L Select starts at $67,100, and the L Reserve at $75,165.

A sunroof ($995) and a rear entertainment system ($1,995) are among the few individual options for the Navigator.

All models use a twin-turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 380 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, matched to a six-speed automatic transmission. The regular Navigator with rear- or four-wheel drive earns an EPA-estimated 17 miles per gallon in combined city and highway driving. The Navigator L delivers 17 mpg combined with rear-drive, or 16 mpg with four-wheel drive.

Performance Pros

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  • The twin-turbo V6 provides eye-opening acceleration in a vehicle of this size and weight. The Navigator hustles from zero to 60 mph in as little as 6 seconds.
  • The rear-drive Navigator is rated to tow up to 9,000 pounds, or 8,600 with four-wheel drive. No luxury SUV can pull more.
  • Ride quality is excellent thanks to the Navigator's four-wheel independent suspension. The Reserve's adaptive dampers, meanwhile, smooth things out even more, resulting in a plush cruising experience.

Performance Cons

  • There's no getting around the fact that the Navigator is a giant vehicle. Negotiating urban traffic requires steady nerves, and we discovered that parallel parking is often out of the question.
  • As much as we like the Navigator's potent V6, it doesn't offer any efficiency advantage over V8-powered competitors.

Interior Pros

  • With up to 128.2 cubic feet of cargo space, the Navigator L can hold more than any other SUV on Earth and even some minivans. The regular Navigator offer 103.3 cubic feet, which is still well above average for this segment.
  • The second-row captain's chairs feel like thrones. They're wide, supportive, and soft to the touch. The third row folds flat at the touch of a button.
  • The relatively low load floor makes handling cargo less of a chore.

Interior Cons

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  • The third row claims to offer seating for three, but we found it's too narrow for that many adults to fit comfortably.
  • The tall dash with its stacked controls looks dated and truckish compared to the layouts in other luxury SUVs.
  • The Navigator is a very old vehicle, and the material quality reflects that. Cabins on newer offerings from Cadillac, Land Rover, and Mercedes-Benz are far plusher than this Lincoln (although their prices generally reflect that).

The Most Pleasant Surprise

The Lincoln Navigator handles well for its size. The independent suspension and electric steering system work together to assure the Navigator stays precisely on track.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

The option list doesn't include a single active safety feature like adaptive cruise control or lane keeping assist. That's yet another sign of the Navigator's advanced age.

The Bottom Line

The Lincoln Navigator truly excels in capability and comfort, if not technology.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.5L V-6 / 380 HP / 460 ft.lbs.
Transmission
6-spd SelectShift w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
15 / 21 / 18 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
7 / 8
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.5L V-6 / 380 HP / 460 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
15 / 21 / 18 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Short And Long Arm
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Full-size Steel
Fuel Tank
28.0 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$107
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
103.3 Cu.ft. / 104.7 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
160 Cu.ft.
Exterior Length
207.4 "
Exterior Width
78.8 "
Exterior Height
78.1 "
Front Headroom
39.5 "
Rear Headroom
39.7 "
Front Legroom
43.0 "
Rear Legroom
39.1 "
Front Shoulder Room
63.3 "
Rear Shoulder Room
63.7 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
5,830 Lbs.
Wheel Base
119 "
Turning Radius
20.4 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
20.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 22.0 " Machined W/painted Accents Aluminum / 20.0 " Painted Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Tri-coat Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Power Remote Heated
Bumpers
Body-colored With 2 Front Tow Hook(s)
Grille Moldings
Metal-look W/chrome Surround
Rear Spoiler
Exhaust
Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
7 / 8
Seat Trim
Leather
Front Seat Type
Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power)
Front Armrests
(8-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center
Rear Seats
Full Bucket / 40-20-40 Split-bench
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Thx Ii Siriusxm Am/fm/hd/satellite, Clock, Seek-scan
Speakers
14 Performance
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Power Telescopic Tilt
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
With Steering Wheel Controls
Sun Roof
Express Open/close
Rearview Mirror
Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Driver And Passenger
Tinted Windows
Deep
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
2
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Blis Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Adaptive Headlights
Directionally Adaptive
Parking Sensors
Front And Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Securilock
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months
72 Months / 70,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
Unlimited Months / Unlimited Miles
Corrosion Perforation
60 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months

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