2015 Lincoln Navigator Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Despite a nip here and a tuck there, the 2015 Lincoln Navigator at first glance still looks like it did 7 years ago. On closer inspection, a few tweaks to the hood, grille and front fascia will be noticed, as will a new taillight design and a reworked tailgate. Lincoln Drive Control with a trio of driver-selectable cruising modes, Normal, Sport and Comfort, is also expected to be available for the upcoming Navigator, while upgraded suspension damping technology is slated to become standard throughout the lineup. No doubt, however, the biggest news for Navigator fans and wannabe-fans is a new EcoBoost V6 engine that replaces the undeniably potent but gas-guzzling V8 of previous Navigator iterations.
Getting back to basics, this 8-passenger full-size luxury sport ute will again come in a pair of trims, the base Navigator and the stretched-out Navigator L. The base version returns at 208.4 inches long (17.4 feet) and riding on a 119-inch (9.9-foot) wheelbase, while the L expands to 223.4 inches (18.6 feet) of overall length on top of a 131-inch (11-foot) wheelbase. Cargo capacity in standard-length editions is 103.3 cubic feet with all rear seatbacks folded, while the L can fit up to 128.2 cubic feet of stuff, again with the rear seatbacks folded. Of course, both Navigator variants are delivered with standard rear-wheel drive (RWD), while weather-busting and terrain-taming part-time 4-wheel drive (4WD) will remain available for each.
As for that new powerplant mentioned earlier, it’s the same 3.5-liter turbocharged EcoBoost V6 that has powered this princely ute’s F-150 cousins for some 3 and a half years now, which is sort of fitting since the Navigator is based on the F-150 platform. Anyhow, look for 380 hp and an impressive 460 lb-ft of torque from this turbo 6 as it retains the management services of a capable 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission. Meantime, Lincoln is prepared to assert that this new EcoBoost engine will back its allegedly prescient claims of best-in-class mileage with an 18-mpg average in RWD trims and 17 mpg in 4WD editions. Towing, meanwhile, is rated at 9,000 pounds with the optional tow package installed.
Adorning the 2015 Navigator’s upgraded profile will be the traditional 20-inch alloy wheels, a roof rack, power-folding heated outside mirrors, power-retractable step running boards and power liftgate, while premium leather upholstery with upgraded stitching, heated power-adjustable front seats, a power-folding third-row seat, and power windows and door locks again grace the interior. Cruise control and tilt-wheel steering are again bolstered by power-adjustable pedals, while a rear-view camera remains complemented by front and rear parking sensors and a remote garage door opener.
A newly redesigned instrument cluster and center stack, combined with an upgrade in the traditional chrome and leather cabin accent materials, gives the 2015 Navigator a pleasing posh that’s further refined by the return of driver's memory settings for seats, mirrors, tri-zone climate control and audio levels.
Techno goodies include Bluetooth-interfaced Sync infotainment (improved for 2015) with an 8-inch display and subscription-based destination guidance, along with voice-activated navigation and a 600-watt THX premium audio system boasting 12 Surround Sound speakers, satellite radio, a memory-card slot, video monitor and USB ports front and rear.
As mentioned, both the new Lincoln Drive Control and a new suspension damping system are added options for the 2015 Navigator stable, while the availability of a power moonroof and rear-seat DVD entertainment carry over from last year. Also newly available for 2015 are reworked 22-inch alloy wheels, while remote engine start, the popular Monochrome Appearance Package, second-row bucket seats (for 7-passenger capacity) and a cargo-management system (L only) are reprised from 2014.
Finally, standard safety equipment includes the government mandated antilock braking (ABS), traction and stability control, side-mounted and 3-row head airbags of yore, along with standard front fog/driving lights, daytime running lights and turn-signal-integrated mirrors. Additionally, a post-collision safety system and remote antitheft alarm, again complemented by Ford/Lincoln’s touted MyKey programmable speed and audio limiting system, all return in the next-gen Navigator and remain bolstered by SOS post-collision alert technology.
Whether the 2015 Navigator’s primping, pruning and re-powering will upset the folks at Land Rover and GM is anybody’s guess, but chances are not by much. In any case, we’ll find out in the late summer of 2014 when this big Lincoln is slated to begin gracing dealer showrooms.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · Rear headphone jacks · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.5 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Assist handle: rear · Center console: second row · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: manual rear seat · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.73
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Lower body step rails: power-retractable · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Running boards: body color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: SiriusXM Travel Link · Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 10 in. · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in. (dual) · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Roof rack color: chrome
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flip and fold · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: power · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear quarter windows: power · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Voice recognition audio system · Memory card slot auxiliary audio input · Rear headphone jacks · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.5 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: wood
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: manual rear seat · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Lower body step rails: power-retractable · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Running boards: body color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: SiriusXM Travel Link · Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 10 in. · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in. (dual) · Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Roof rack color: chrome
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: front · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flip and fold · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear quarter windows: power · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Rear headphone jacks · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Touch screen display radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.5 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Assist handle: rear · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: manual rear seat · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: adjustable pedals · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 3.73
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Lower body step rails: power-retractable · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Running boards: body color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: SiriusXM Travel Link · Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 10 in. · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in. (dual) · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Roof rack color: chrome
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flip and fold · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: power · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear quarter windows: power · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Rear headphone jacks · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 13.5 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.1 · Rear brake width: 0.9 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash trim: wood · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Interior accents: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Adjustable pedals: power · Assist handle: front · Center console: second row · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: manual rear seat · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: multi-function screen controls · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time w/ on demand setting · Axle ratio: 4.10
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Lower body step rails: power-retractable · Mirror color: chrome · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Running boards: body color · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: SiriusXM Travel Link · Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 10 in. · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.2 in. (dual) · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: bucket
Roof
Roof rack color: chrome
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Cross Traffic Alert: rear · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Programmable safety key: MyKey · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flip and fold · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Third row headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: power · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Steering ratio: 14.8 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.7
Suspension
Front Arm Type: short and long arm (SLA) · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Wifi: hotspot compatible
Third Row Seat
Type: 40-60 split bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front · Trailer hitch: Class IV · Trailer wiring: 7-pin
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear quarter windows: power · Rear wiper: intermittent · Solar-tinted glass: front
