2025 Lincoln Navigator

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.

Lincoln Navigator
Pictured: 2019 Lincoln Navigator 'Reserve', front 8.29.20. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles
4dr SUV, L 4dr SUV
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
17 combined · 15 city / 22 hwy
Length
209.8–222 in
Curb weight
5,928–6,045 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
6 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
  • Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 17 MPG combined, 14% below the 2025 standard SUV average of 19.8 MPG.
  • Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 20.4% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
  • 6 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2025 Lincoln Navigator is a standard SUV offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine and part-time 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 210 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,928 lb (4dr SUV).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 17 MPG combined (15 city / 22 highway), 14% worse than the 2025 standard SUV average of 19.8 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2025

  • Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 5 stars overall

Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Navigator →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–3.5L turbo 6-cyl
DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

Black LabelReserve

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringOptional
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Louisville, Kentucky

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2025 Navigator configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV209.8 in79.9 in78 in122.4 in68.1 / 68.1 in5,928 lb50/50
L 4dr SUV222 in79.9 in78 in131.5 in68.1 / 68.1 in6,045 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Navigator 4WD3.5L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (S10)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive15 / 22 / 17-14%$3,950510
3/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
3/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $7,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
19.8 MPG2025 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2025 Lincoln Navigator SUV 4WD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★20.4%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning

Similar 2025 standard SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2025 Lincoln Navigator (this car)17 MPG★★★★★6
2025 Land Rover Range Rover23 MPGNot rated7
2025 Lexus LX20 MPGNot rated1
2025 BMW X722 MPGNot rated4
2025 Infiniti QX8018 MPGNot rated4
2025 BMW XM14 MPGNot rated0
2025 Lexus TX29 MPGNot rated4

Recalls (6)

Electrical System › Adas · Mar 18, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V165000 · 254,640 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected resets, resulting in loss of the rearview camera image and advanced driver assistance (ADAS) features, including pre-collision assist, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring.
Risk
Loss of the rearview camera image and certain driver assistance features, can reduce the driver’s ability to detect hazards, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The Image Processing Module A software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2025 Aviator, 2025 Explorer, 2025 Nautilus notified owners on 4/13/2026. Phase 2 will include 2025 Navigator will notify owners on or about 4/20/2026. Phase 3 will include 2022-2024 Navigator will notify owners on or about 6/8/2026. Phase 4 will include 2024 Nautilus will notify owners on or about 6/22/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S21. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 25, 2026.
Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights · Feb 20, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V104000 · 4,381,878 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.
Exterior Lighting · Dec 1, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V831000 · 1,195 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The rear lightbar may have cracks in the outer lens or weld track that allow moisture to accumulate, which can result in inoperative or flickering reverse lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
Inoperative or flickering reverse lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the rear lightbar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 14, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C66. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module · Dec 1, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V823000 · 679 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk
An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software · Jul 25, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V488000 · 312,120 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
Risk
An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
Air Bags › Frontal · Jun 27, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V439000 · 171 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Navigator and Expedition vehicles. The passenger side air bag may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to deploy with excessive force during a crash.
Risk
An air bag that deploys with excessive force can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the passenger side air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S51.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2025 Lincoln Navigator is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

13Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
3,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System3
Service Brakes3
Unknown Or Other3
Vehicle Speed Control2
Steering2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
25/08: 125/10: 125/11: 126/02: 326/03: 126/05: 326/06: 126/09: 126/10: 125/0825/1126/0326/0626/10max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2025 Lincoln Navigator buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 3 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Service Brakes — 3 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  4. Vehicle Speed Control — 2 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 3,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Lincoln Navigator. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Navigator years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Navigator18–Not rated10
2026 Navigator17209.8 inNot rated20
2024 Navigator18209.8 inNot rated716
2023 Navigator19209.8 inNot rated87
2022 Navigator19209.8 inNot rated1421
2021 Navigator18209.8 in★★★★★1233
2020 Navigator19209.8 in★★★★★1332
2019 Navigator19209.8 in★★★★★1085
2018 Navigator19209.8 in★★★★★1252
2017 Navigator17207.5 in★★★★★532
2016 Navigator18207.5 inNot rated425
2015 Navigator18207.5 inNot rated421

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →