2024 Ford Explorer vs. 2024 Lincoln Nautilus Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Explorer

2024 Ford
Explorer

MSRP*: $36,860 to $56,770
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Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Nautilus

2024 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $50,415 to $74,250
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MPG - City 18 - 21 MPG 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 22 - 28 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 87.8 ft3 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 - 5,600 lbs 1,750 lbs
Exterior Length 198.8 in 193.2 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 79.8 in
Leg Room Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 43.5 in
Rear 43.1 in
Head Room Front 40.7 in
Rear 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
With the Lincoln Nautilus, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Ford Explorer, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Explorer will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lincoln Nautilus.

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. With the Ford Explorer, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lincoln Nautilus.