2026 BMW X5 vs. 2025 Lincoln Aviator Review

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2026 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $67,600 to $92,600
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2025 Lincoln
Aviator

MSRP*: $57,830 to $87,395
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG 17 - 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 78.6 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 400 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 199.7 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 79.6 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the BMW X5 than the Lincoln Aviator. The Lincoln Aviator will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the BMW X5.

Convenience
The BMW X5 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lincoln Aviator, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW X5 is somewhat more expensive than the Lincoln Aviator.

Dimensions
The BMW X5 is about the same width as the Lincoln Aviator. The BMW X5 is slightly shorter than the Lincoln Aviator, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the BMW X5 is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Aviator for pulling heavy loads. The BMW X5 has a little less horsepower than the Lincoln Aviator.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 has much lower torque than the Lincoln Aviator, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The BMW X5 has less seating than the Lincoln Aviator, making the Lincoln Aviator the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The BMW X5 has less cargo space than the Lincoln Aviator, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.