2025 Ford Explorer vs. 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Review

Picture of the 2025 Ford Explorer

2025 Ford
Explorer

MSRP*: $40,050 to $56,770
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Picture of the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus

2025 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $53,940 to $77,130
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MPG - City 18 - 20 MPG 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available 68.8 - 71.3 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 400 hp 250 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 198.8 in 193.2 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 79.8 in
Leg Room Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in
Front 43.5 in
Rear 43.1 in
Head Room Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in
Front 39.1 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.4 - 39.8 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 Nautilus than in the Ford Explorer, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Ford Explorer and the Lincoln Nautilus.

Convenience
The Lincoln Nautilus requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Ford Explorer, 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). Clearly, the Ford Explorer is a better financial choice over the Lincoln Nautilus, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Ford Explorer is a little narrower than the Lincoln Nautilus, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Explorer, which is slightly longer than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Nautilus for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Explorer has a little more horsepower than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Explorer transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Lincoln Nautilus, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.