Compare 2026 vs 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
| 2026 Lincoln Nautilus | 2025 Lincoln Nautilus |
Engine |
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| 2.0L Turbocharged I-4 | 2.0L Turbocharged I-4 |
Horsepower |
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| 250 hp | 250 hp |
MPG (City/Highway) |
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| 21/29 * | 21/29 * |
2026 Lincoln Nautilus vs 2025 Lincoln Nautilus
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The second generation of the Lincoln Nautilus debuted in 2024 with notable updates from end to end. In 2026, the luxurious Nautilus receives numerous mid-cycle updates to elevate its appeal further. What should you know about the 2025 and 2026 Lincoln Nautilus crossover SUVs before making your next auto purchase?
Performance
The smooth, responsive performance of the 2025 Nautilus carries up to the 2026 model year without change. The gas powertrain is a four-cylinder, turbo 2.0-liter unit that pairs with an eight-speed auto transmission. It delivers 250 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque. A hybrid version of this engine is also available. It puts out 310 horsepower and comes with a CVT. Both engines are only available with all-wheel drive. The Reserve is also available with an adaptive suspension system.
Appearance
In 2026, the exterior paint color palette is updated. A new addition is Light Space Grey, and it replaces Light Smoke Truffle in the Premium trim level. Inside, the Hot Chocolate and Medium Light Space colors replace the Light Smoke Truffle and Allura Blue colors in the Reserve trim level. All trim levels are now offered with the Jet Package, which adds blocked-out wheels and exterior trim to the Nautilus. The Nautilus Black Label now comes with Aurora as an interior color scheme. The body style is unchanged. It continues to show off a sleek design with a long, tapered roof and sweeping side contouring.
Features
The most significant update to the Nautilus's features is the updated BlueCruise hands-free driving feature. This system now features hands-free lane changing. Features offered in the 2025 and 2026 Nautilus include a Revel Ultima audio system with 28 speakers, a household power outlet, rear auto braking, automated parking assistance, a 360-degree parking camera, a hands-free liftgate with a kick sensor, heated front and rear seats, Venetian leather, massaging front seats, a wireless hotspot, remote monitoring, forward collision sensing with accident avoidance, lane keeping assistance, front and rear parking sensors, a scent diffuser, Lincoln Rejuvenate, a wireless device charging, a 48-inch digital dashboard screen, a navigation system and more.
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* EPA-estimated city/hwy mpg for the model indicated. See fueleconomy.gov for fuel economy of other engine/transmission combinations. Actual mileage will vary. On plug-in hybrid models and electric models, fuel economy is stated in MPGe. MPGe is the EPA equivalent measure of gasoline fuel efficiency for electric mode operation.