2024 LİNCOLN NAUTİLUS – 52.000 $

Overview

Time has been kind to Lincoln's mid-size luxury crossover, but that hasn't stopped the company from making wholesale changes to it as it enters its second generation. It's a massive update, complete with an optional 310-hp hybrid powertrain, standard all-wheel drive, and an interior with mega amounts of screen space. The base engine is still a 250-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four with an eight-speed automatic, but the new chassis that it's bolted into delivers more legroom than before for all five passengers. A massive digital display spans the dashboard and can be customized to your liking. That's 48.0 inches of space for navigation, a clock, stereo settings, and a view of the upcoming weather forecast. As significant as the updates are, they won't be transformative enough to unseat top dogs in the segment like the Genesis GV80, Porsche Cayenne, or BMW X5. That's not all bad news when you compare the Nautilus's impressively low starting price and a buffet of standard equipment to those same SUVs.

What's New for 2024?

A big step up from last year's Nautilus, Lincoln has given its crossover new duds inside and out as it starts an all-new third generation. The Nautilus rides on a revised version of Ford's C2 platform, which undergirds the Escape, Bronco Sport, and Maverick. The interior and exterior are vastly updated, and the Nautilus offers a new 310-hp hybrid powertrain. The V-6 is no longer on the menu, and all-wheel drive is now standard.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

The price of the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus starts at $52.010 and goes up to $77.360 depending on the trim and options.
The midrange Reserve trim bolsters the sweetness of the Nautilus. For not much extra, buyers get access to the Jet appearance package that adds beautiful dark 22-inch wheels with chrome inserts, paint-matching cladding, fenders, and wheel arches, as well as a black-painted roof.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Under the hood of every Nautilus is a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four engine. For non-hybrids, that spells 250 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque bolted to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The hybrid's turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four gets help from a 100 kW electric motor for a total output of 310 horsepower. The hybrid works with a continuously variable transmission. Both powertrains connect to all-wheel drive. The 330-hp twin-turbo V-6 that was previously available on Nautilus has been dropped. Consider it a sign of the times, as both of the new model's powertrains are sure to offer better fuel economy than the V-6. On the performance side of things, it's yet to be determined whether the new Nautilus can match the 5.9-second leap to 60 mph the previous generation managed with the twin-turbo V-6. We'll answer that question once we strap our testing gear to the new Nautilus later this year.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

Neither EPA nor Lincoln has announced fuel-economy estimates for the new Nautilus, but given the similarities in output between old and new, we expect the base-engine model to remain at around 22 mpg city and 22 mpg highway. For the hybrid, we expect fuel economy to be in the same ballpark as the Ford Escape Hybrid. Because the Escape uses a larger turbocharged four-cylinder, has less horsepower, and is a few hundred pounds lighter, we expect the Nautilus hybrid model's EPA number to be at roughly 37 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. We'll update this space with official numbers when they become available.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The level of updates given to the inside of the new five-passenger Nautilus is nothing short of breathtaking. The Lincoln crossover has turned bland into brilliant with a completely redesigned cockpit that offers more leather, larger screens, and ambient lighting. The Nautilus can be optioned with Lincoln Rejuvenate, a spa-in-a-car feature that changes the interior lighting, seat position, screen visuals, and massaging-seat settings to help the occupants relax. Three scent cartridges in the center armrest release aromas ranging from patchouli to cashmere to fresh linen. The Nautilus also offers a 28-speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio system and 24-way power-adjustable seats. There's slightly less rear cargo space behind the second row than last year but more legroom for all passengers. Optional equipment packages add aluminum appliques, copper-colored interior stitching, and even a Redwood theme (exclusively offered on Nautilus Black Label trim) that gives off redwood forest vibes. A leather-wrapped, heated steering wheel, 10-way adjustable heated-and-ventilated seats, and remote keyless entry are all standard.

Infotainment and Connectivity

Lincoln boasts that the 48.0-inch display area across the top of the Nautilus dashboard is class-leading, but with the tape measure turned vertically, it's no IMAX theatre. Besides the wide screen, there's also a high-res 11.1-inch infotainment touchscreen mounted to the center of the dash. The Nautilus comes with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, while an Alexa built-in can also handle voice commands.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

All Nautilus models come with Lincoln's Co-Pilot360 suite of driver-assistance features as standard. The Nautilus is also available with Lincoln's hands-free highway driver-assist technology. For more information about the Nautilus's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

• Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
• Standard lane-keeping assist with lane-departure warning
• Standard adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Although the Lincoln's powertrain warranty is longer than its rivals, including the Volvo XC90 and the Audi Q8, its bumper-to-bumper policy doesn't push the boundaries of what the rest of the segment offers. Paying for the expensive Black Label trim adds dealership perks such as four years of complimentary scheduled maintenance, an annual detailing service for the first four years of ownership, and a culinary concierge for restaurant reservations.

• Limited warranty covers 4 years or 50,000 miles
• Powertrain warranty covers 6 years or 70,000 miles
• Complimentary scheduled maintenance is covered for up to 4 years or 50,000 miles