Lincoln MKC vs Lincoln Nautilus
Overview | |
Years produced2015-2019 | Years produced2019-Present |
MSRP$33,100 | MSRP$53,995 |
Listings78 | Listings1190 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryMost premium automakers pursue power and sportiness. Luxury is Lincoln's only consideration, and the 2026 Nautilus is a perfect example. It offers dashing good looks, smooth power delivery, and a new take on interior technology — but most of all it’s about opulence. Verdict: The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus is for the buyer for whom comfort, luxury, and technology are more important than outright power and sporty handling. Its take on technology splashes the interior with screens, which some will find overwhelming. But the Nautilus is also roomy, and its hybrid powertrain is the clear choice in the lineup, even though it doesn’t achieve top-notch fuel economy. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine2.0L 250 hp I4 |
Drivetrain | DrivetrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower250 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 240 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 250 hp I4 |
Torque270 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower240 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower250 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space25.2 cu ft | Cargo Space36.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3791 lbs | Curb Weight4349 lbs |
Height65.2 in | Height68.2 in |
Length179.2 in | Length193.2 in |
Width84.1 in | Width85.4 in |
Wheelbase105.9 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2015-2019 | 2019-Present |
MSRP | $33,100 | $53,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Most premium automakers pursue power and sportiness. Luxury is Lincoln's only consideration, and the 2026 Nautilus is a perfect example. It offers dashing good looks, smooth power delivery, and a new take on interior technology — but most of all it’s about opulence. Verdict: The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus is for the buyer for whom comfort, luxury, and technology are more important than outright power and sporty handling. Its take on technology splashes the interior with screens, which some will find overwhelming. But the Nautilus is also roomy, and its hybrid powertrain is the clear choice in the lineup, even though it doesn’t achieve top-notch fuel economy. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 250 hp I4 | |
Drivetrain | AWD | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 250 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
MPG City | 21 | |
MPG Highway | 29 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 240 hp I4 | 2.0L 250 hp I4 |
Torque | 270 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm |
Horsepower | 240 hp @ 5500 rpm | 250 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | |
MPG Highway | 29 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 25.2 cu ft | 36.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3791 lbs | 4349 lbs |
Height | 65.2 in | 68.2 in |
Length | 179.2 in | 193.2 in |
Width | 84.1 in | 85.4 in |
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 114.2 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3000 lbs | 1750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 2000 lbs | |

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