2024 BMW X5 PHEV vs. 2025 Lincoln Aviator Review

Picture of the 2024 BMW X5 PHEV

2024 BMW
X5 PHEV

MSRP*: $72,500
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Picture of the 2025 Lincoln Aviator

2025 Lincoln
Aviator

MSRP*: $57,530 to $87,245
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MPG - City Info not available 17 - 18 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 71.2 ft3 78.6 ft3
Engine
  • 483-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Plug-In Electric/Gas)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 483 hp 400 hp
Towing Capacity 5,952 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 194.3 in 199.7 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 82.3 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 43.0 in
Rear 40.2 in
Head Room Front 40.7 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 backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lincoln Aviator than in the BMW X5 PHEV, due to its greater head- and legroom. 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 PHEV.

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 PHEV is somewhat more expensive than the Lincoln Aviator.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 PHEV is much slimmer than the Lincoln Aviator, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The BMW X5 PHEV is slightly shorter than the Lincoln Aviator, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
With the BMW X5 PHEV, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than the Lincoln Aviator. The BMW X5 PHEV has a little more horsepower than the Lincoln Aviator.

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

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