Aviator Review
2026 Lincoln Aviator® Review | Colors, Trim Options, & Specs in Asheville, NC
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator® blends refined luxury with everyday practicality, offering a spacious three-row layout that’s well-suited for your busy lifestyle. This mid-size luxury SUV features smooth yet assertive power under the hood, a premium cabin, smart design touches, and advanced technology that supports seamless connectivity and added peace of mind. Learn more about its standout qualities in this detailed 2026 Lincoln Aviator review provided by the team at Asheville Lincoln.
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2026 Lincoln Aviator Trim Options Available
- Premiere® $56,910*
- Reserve® $66,730*
- Black Label™ $85,910*
2026 Lincoln Aviator Exterior Design
Designed to turn heads while simplifying daily commutes, the 2026 Lincoln Aviator features an exterior that balances refined style with practical innovation. Striking 20-, 21-, or 22-inch wheels let you customize your flair, while a hands-free power liftgate, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and power-folding side view mirrors help enhance convenience everywhere you go. Upper trims elevate the look and feel with available upgrades such as adaptive pixel LED headlamps and an expansive Panoramic Vista Roof®.
Available exterior features include:
- 20-, 21-, or 22-in. wheels
- LED fog lamps
- Power-adjustable, Autofold, heated side view mirrors with LED turn signal indicators, memory, and auto-dimming driver’s side
- Panoramic Vista Roof with power sunshade
- Open on approach power liftgate
- Privacy glass on rear doors, quarters, and liftgate
- Rain-sensing, heated VisioBlade™ windshield wipers
- Light-touch door handles
- Soft-close doors
- Illumination Package
- Illuminated Lincoln Star in grille
- Adaptive pixel LED headlamps
- Speed-dependent lighting
- Adaptive dynamic bending lighting
- Lincoln dynamic signature lighting with LED daytime running lamps
2026 Lincoln Aviator Interior Cargo Space & Design Features
Featuring a versatile three-row interior and luxurious amenities, the 2026 Lincoln Aviator is crafted for those who enjoy a premium driving experience. Interior dimensions include seating for up to seven people and up to 75.6 cubic feet of cargo space with the rear two rows lowered. Standard comfort and convenience amenities include a ten-way power driver’s seat, a heated steering wheel, tri-zone climate control settings, and Lincoln soft-touch seat upholstery. Upgraded amenities in higher trim levels include Perfect Position front seats with 30 directions of power adjustability, heated and ventilated functions for the first- and second-row seats, premium leather seat upholstery, and a leather-wrapped interior.
Interior dimensions and cargo space:
- Seating: Seven
- Headroom (First/Second/Third Row): 40.2 / 38.4 / 36.9 in.
- Legroom (First/Second/Third Row): 43 / 39 / 29.2 in.
- Max. cargo space: 75.9 cu.-ft.
- Cargo space behind second row: 39.9 cu.-ft.
- Cargo space behind third row: 16.5 cu.-ft.
Standard interior features include:
- Lincoln soft-touch seating material
- Comfort front seats with ten-way driver’s seat adjustability and eight-way power front passenger’s seat adjustability
- Second-row captain’s chairs with power tip and slide and mini console
- Third-row 50/50 PowerFold® split bench seat
- Heated steering wheel
- Carpeted floor mats
- Tri-zone climate controls
- Push-button start
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted controls
- Memory settings for driver’s seat, steering column
- Piano key shifter
- Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Universal garage door opener
2026 Lincoln Aviator Engine & Towing Specs
Twin-turbocharged power provides robust performance for the 2026 Lincoln Aviator. Pairing well with its mid-size proportions, the 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 engine of the Aviator makes 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque. The Aviator is offered with either rear-wheel drive (RWD) or intelligent four-wheel drive (4WD), and RWD models can achieve up to 18 MPG in the city and 25 MPG on the highway. Tow up to 5,000 pounds using the standard Trailer Tow Package. For ride comfort, an adaptive suspension is standard on the Aviator, and an air glide suspension with dynamic lower entry is part of an optional package.
See the engine specs for the Aviator in the following chart.
- Engine: 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 with auto start-stop
- Horsepower: 400 HP
- Torque: 415 lb.-ft.
- MPG (City/Hwy): 18 / 25
- 0-60 MPH: 5.6 sec.
- Max. Towing: 5,000 lbs.
- Transmission: Ten-speed automatic with SelectShift®
- Drivetrain: RWD / Intelligent 4WD
2026 Lincoln Aviator Technology & Safety Features
An extensive collection of technology features supports every drive in the 2026 Lincoln Aviator. Standard technology centers around the Lincoln Digital Experience with a 13.2-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and the Lincoln Connectivity Package with 5G modem capability, and streaming capability for audio, video, and video conferencing. In higher trim levels, the Aviator includes a wireless charging pad, a head-up display, and a 28-speaker Revel® Ultima 3D audio system.
Setting a high standard of safety, the 2026 Lincoln Aviator includes Lincoln Co-Pilot360® Drive 2.0 with every trim level. Features in this safety suite include adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree camera, front and rear parking sensors, a lane-keeping system, and Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking. The Aviator is also equipped with standard hands-free highway driving capabilities with the Lincoln BlueCruise system, elevating the level of support you receive on the road.
Standard technology features include:
- Lincoln Digital Experience
- 13.2-in. capacitive center stack screen switch swipe capability
- Google Maps™
- Google App Store
- Games/news/podcasts app
- Over-the-air software updates
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 911 assist
- 110V/150W AC power outlet
- Lincoln Way app
- Eight USB ports
- Lincoln Connectivity Package
- Lincoln Connect™ 5G embedded modem
- Unlimited Wi-Fi® hotspot
- Audio and video streaming
- Productivity (video conferencing and web browser)
- Voice assistant
- Entertainment
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- Lincoln premium audio system with ten speakers, including subwoofer
- Remote start system
- Phone as a key
Available technology features include:
- Wireless charging pad
- HD Radio™ technology
- Revel audio system with 14 speakers or Revel Ultima 3D audio system with 28 speakers
- Advanced head-up display
Standard safety features include:
- Lincoln BlueCruise hands-free highway driving
- Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Drive 2.0
- 360-degree camera
- Adaptive cruise control, including lane centering assist, stop and go, and predictive speed assist
- Auto high beams
- Blind spot assist
- Blind spot information system
- Evasive steer assist
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Lane keeping system
- Intersection assist
- Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking
- Post-collision braking
- Rearview camera
- Reverse brake assist
- Cross-traffic alert with braking
2026 Lincoln Aviator Color Options Offered
- Pristine White Metallic Tri-Coat
- Whisper Blue Metallic Clearcoat
- Red Carpet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
- Harbor Gray Clearcoat
- Infinite Black Metallic Clearcoat
- Cenote Green Bright Colorant Clearcoat
2026 Lincoln Aviator Interior Cargo Space & Design Features
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator surrounds passengers with a refined three-row cabin designed for elevated comfort and flexibility. Seating for up to seven and an expansive 75.9-cubic-foot cargo capacity are complemented by upscale touches such as heated and ventilated front and second-row seats, a heated steering wheel, and tri- or quad-zone climate control. Available upgrades introduce indulgent details like 30-way Perfect Position front seats and premium leather seat upholstery.
Available interior features include:
- Lincoln soft-touch or premium leather seating surfaces
- Perfect Position front seats with 30-way power adjustability and Active Motion® massage functionality
- Heated and ventilated front and second-row seats
- Second-row captain’s chairs with power tip and slide and mini console
- Third-row 50/50 PowerFold® split bench seat
- Cargo management system
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with mounted controls
- Power tilt/telescoping steering column with memory
- Tri-zone or quad-zone automatic climate control
- Frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror
- Piano key shifter
2026 Lincoln Aviator Engine & Towing Specs Available
Performance in the 2026 Lincoln Aviator is driven by a smooth yet commanding 400-horsepower 3.0L V6 twin-turbocharged engine, paired with a SelectShift® ten-speed automatic transmission. Offered with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or an intelligent four-wheel drive (4WD) system, the Aviator delivers confident traction while still returning up to an EPA-estimated 25 highway MPG. An adaptive suspension comes standard across the lineup, while an available air glide suspension with dynamic lowering enhances comfort and makes entering and exiting the vehicle effortless.
Capability comes standard with the included Trailer Tow Package, allowing the Aviator to handle up to 5,000 pounds when needed.
See the accompanying chart for engine specifications.
- Engine: 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 with auto start-stop
- Horsepower: 400 HP
- Torque: 415 lb.-ft.
- Transmission: Ten-speed automatic with SelectShift
- Drivetrain: RWD / Intelligent 4WD
- MPG: 18 / 25
- 0-60 MPH: 5.6 sec.
- Max. Towing: 5,000 lbs.
2026 Lincoln Aviator Technology & Safety Features Available
Stay effortlessly connected in the 2026 Lincoln Aviator. Its centerpiece is the Lincoln Digital Experience, featuring a 13.2-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, and 5G-enabled connectivity for streaming audio, video, and video calls. Available upgrades in higher trims include a wireless charging pad, a head-up display, and a 28-speaker Revel® Ultima 3D audio system for an immersive in-cabin experience.
Enjoy optimized confidence on the road with Lincoln Co-Pilot360® Drive 2.0, offering a full 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, front and rear parking sensors, and Pre-Collision Assist® with automatic emergency braking. Hands-free highway driving with Lincoln BlueCruise adds another layer of convenience, making you more focused and at ease on extended drives.
Available technology features include:
- Lincoln Digital Experience
- 13.2-in. capacitive center stack screen switch swipe capability
- Google Maps™
- Google App Store
- Games/news/podcasts/app
- Over-the-air software updates
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 911 assist
- 110V/150W AC power outlet
- Eight USB ports
- Lincoln Connectivity Package
- Lincoln Connect™ 5G embedded modem
- Unlimited Wi-Fi® hotspot capability
- Audio and video streaming
- Productivity (video conferencing and web browser)
- Voice assistant
- Entertainment
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio capability
- Ten-speaker Lincoln premium audio system, 14-speaker Revel audio system, or 28-speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio system
- Wireless charging pad
- HD Radio™
- Advanced head-up display
Available safety features include::
- Lincoln BlueCruise hands-free highway driving
- Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Drive 2.0
- 360-degree camera
- Adaptive cruise control, including lane centering assist, stop and go, and predictive speed assist
- Auto high beams
- Blind spot assist
- Blind spot information system
- Evasive steer assist
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Lane keeping system
- Intersection assist
- Pre-Collision Assist with automatic emergency braking
- Post-collision braking
- Rearview camera
- Reverse brake assist
- Cross-traffic alert with braking
New Lincoln Aviator for Sale in Asheville, NC
If you're in search of a premium Lincoln Aviator dealership in Asheville, NC, the team at Asheville Lincoln is ready to help you find the Lincoln Aviator that speaks to you. Explore our inventory, and get behind the wheel when you schedule a test drive. For assistance in planning your visit, view our hours and directions. If you have inquiries for our team, please contact us online or call us at (828) 214-3755.
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