Lincoln Navigator vs Lincoln Aviator

Comparing the 2025 Lincoln Aviator to the 2025 Lincoln Navigator

The full-size Lincoln Navigator and the mid-size Lincoln Aviator have both been redesigned for 2025. Both continue to offer state-of-the-art technology, comfortable interiors and powerful engines. While the Navigator and the Aviator have a number of common elements, they're designed for different kinds of families. Here's a look at how these two luxury vehicles compare to help you decide which one to buy at Wittmeier Lincoln in Chico, CA.

A comparison of powertrains and performance

Both Lincoln SUVs operate with twin-turbocharged V6 engines but as the larger vehicle, the Navigator delivers more power. To be specific, the twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 in the larger Navigator gives East Tehama County drivers 440 horsepower and 510 pound-feet of torque. The more compact Aviator runs with a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 with 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. The Navigator can pull far more, giving you a massive 8700 pounds of maximum towing capacity compared with 5000 pounds in the Aviator.

A comparison of fuel economy

While the Navigator has more power and far more towing capacity, the Aviator offers better fuel economy. The larger Lincoln Navigator gives you about 20 MPG in the city and 22 MPG on the highway. The more compact 2025 Lincoln Aviator offers a fuel-efficient 24 MPG in the city and around 26 MPG on Yuba City highways.

A comparison of interior space

The 2025 Lincoln Navigator gives Oroville families a maximum cargo capacity of 120.2 cubic feet compared with 77.7 cubic feet in the Lincoln Aviator. The Aviator has seating for either six or seven people, depending on the configuration, compared with the Navigator that has enough seats for a family of eight. The Navigator provides more headroom and legroom than the Aviator so everyone has more space to stretch out on longer trips. One advantage in the Aviator is that it has a second row that can slide forward to help enhance interior movement.

A comparison of exterior size

The larger size of the Lincoln Navigator is reflected in its exterior measurements compared with the more compact silhouette of the Aviator. The Navigator for 2025 continues to give you 76.4 inches of height compared with 69.6 inches in the Aviator. Surprisingly enough, the Aviator is a little wider than the Navigator, measuring 82.3 inches compared with 79.9 inches for the Navigator.

A comparison of technology and luxury features

The Navigator and the Aviator for 2025 both include Lincoln's latest technology along with a high level of luxury. The Navigator gives you an enormous 48-inch panoramic display that stretches across the entire dashboard. The screen puts essential information in the driver's line of sight and the Navigator also offers special "Rejuvenation Modes." This feature provides a spa-style atmosphere with massaging seats, soothing aromas, ambient lighting and visual themes to help everyone relax.

Technology in the 2025 Lincoln Aviator is also very appealing with a more traditional 13.2-inch touchscreen and a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster. Both luxury SUVs are equipped with voice-activated Google and Alexa along with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ smartphone integration.

A comparison of safety features

The 2025 Lincoln Navigator and Aviator both offer a reassuring list of standard safety features including pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking, pedestrian detection, forward collision warning and dynamic brake support. The Lincoln Navigator for 2025 gives you the Lincoln CoPilot360™ 2.0 safety system on all trims while the Lincoln CoPilot360™ 1.5 Plus is available with the Lincoln Aviator. Both vehicles come with evasive steering assist and offer an available head-up display so you can get essential vehicle information in your line of sight while keeping your eyes on the road.

Compare both luxury SUVs at Wittmeier Lincoln

As you can see, you can't go wrong no matter which Lincoln you select. Both give you attractive Lincoln style, comfort and performance. We invite you to shop our new Lincoln inventory online and test drive one or both models at Wittmeier Lincoln in Chico CA.