2025 Lincoln Nautilus Overview
2025 Lincoln Nautilus Overview
The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus continues to set the standard for luxury midsize SUVs with a refined design, advanced technology, and premium comfort. Featuring a fully digital panoramic display, an available hybrid powertrain, and the latest Lincoln Co-Pilot360 safety suite, the Nautilus blends modern innovation with a smooth and serene driving experience. With a spacious and sophisticated interior, hands-free driving capabilities, and an array of high-end features, the 2025 Nautilus offers a compelling option for drivers seeking both elegance and performance in a luxury SUV.
What’s New for 2025?
The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus enters the model year with a bold new look, enhanced technology, and a freshened interior that elevates its luxury midsize SUV status. The most notable update is the introduction of Lincoln’s new fully digital panoramic display, which spans the dashboard, integrating a massive screen with customizable layouts. The exterior receives a refined grille design, new lighting elements, and updated wheel options. Under the hood, the Nautilus continues to offer a choice between a turbocharged four-cylinder and a hybrid powertrain, with improvements in efficiency and performance.
2025 Lincoln Nautilus Resources
- Lincoln Performance Features
- Advance Driver-Assist Features
- Lincoln Ownership Experience
- Lincoln Pickup and Delivery
- Lincoln Access Rewards
- The Lincoln Way App
Pricing, MSRP
The 2025 Nautilus maintains its position in the luxury midsize SUV segment with a starting price of around $52,000 for the base model. The Reserve trim, which adds premium materials and advanced technology, starts at approximately $58,000. The top-tier Black Label trim, featuring exclusive design themes and concierge services, pushes pricing beyond $75,000. Buyers opting for the hybrid powertrain will find it available on higher trims for an additional cost.
Trim Levels
The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus is available in three trims: Standard, Reserve, and Black Label. The Standard model comes well-equipped with high-end materials, Lincoln’s new panoramic display, and a suite of driver assistance features. The Reserve trim enhances comfort with premium leather, a Revel audio system, and a hands-free liftgate. The Black Label trim delivers the highest level of luxury with curated interior themes, exclusive concierge services, and ultra-premium upholstery and finishes.
Engine and Transmission
Lincoln offers two powertrains in the 2025 Nautilus. The base engine is a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder, producing 250 horsepower and paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. For those seeking increased efficiency and power, Lincoln provides a 2.0-liter hybrid powertrain, which pairs the turbo-four with an electric motor, generating a combined 310 horsepower. The hybrid system is mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT) for smooth and efficient performance. All-wheel drive comes standard on all models.
Performance
The 2025 Nautilus delivers a smooth, quiet ride, with Lincoln’s adaptive suspension system adjusting in real-time to changing road conditions. The turbocharged four-cylinder engine provides confident acceleration, while the hybrid system enhances low-end torque and efficiency. With the available Lincoln BlueCruise 1.2, drivers can experience hands-free driving on select highways, making long-distance travel more relaxing.
Fuel Economy
Efficiency varies by powertrain, with the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine achieving an estimated 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. The hybrid model improves these numbers, delivering an estimated 30 mpg combined. The hybrid’s ability to operate in electric mode at lower speeds helps enhance efficiency in urban driving conditions.
Towing
The 2025 Nautilus provides a solid towing capability for a midsize luxury SUV. The gas-powered model can tow up to 3,500 pounds when equipped with the available towing package. The hybrid model, due to its powertrain configuration, has a slightly lower towing capacity, estimated around 2,700 pounds.
Interior Design
Lincoln has taken luxury to the next level with the 2025 Nautilus. The cabin features premium materials, ambient lighting, and an elegant, minimalist design. The centerpiece is the new panoramic digital dashboard, which stretches across the width of the vehicle, displaying key driving information, entertainment options, and customizable widgets. Available 30-way adjustable seats with massage functionality ensure comfort for long drives. The Black Label trims introduce curated interior themes, such as Chalet, Redwood, and Invitation, featuring top-tier leather, suede, and wood accents.
Cargo Space
The Nautilus offers generous cargo space, making it practical for families and road trips. Behind the second row, it provides 36 cubic feet of storage. Folding the rear seats expands cargo volume to 71 cubic feet, accommodating large items with ease. A hands-free power liftgate is available for added convenience.
Infotainment and Connectivity
The 2025 Nautilus features Lincoln’s newest infotainment system, anchored by the massive digital panoramic display and a separate 11.1-inch touchscreen for vehicle controls. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard, along with Amazon Alexa Built-in and Google Assistant compatibility. The available Revel Ultima 3D audio system provides a 28-speaker surround sound experience, enveloping passengers in high-quality audio.
Technology
The Nautilus comes packed with advanced technology, including Lincoln’s BlueCruise 1.2, which allows for hands-free highway driving with improved lane-changing capabilities. The Phone As A Key feature enables drivers to lock, unlock, and start the vehicle using their smartphone. Over-the-air software updates keep the vehicle’s infotainment and safety features up to date without requiring a dealership visit.
Safety
Lincoln continues its focus on safety with the 2025 Nautilus, equipping it with the latest version of Lincoln Co-Pilot360 2.1. Standard features include automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control. Higher trims offer advanced safety systems such as Active Park Assist, Intersection Collision Avoidance, and a 360-degree camera system.
NHTSA/IIHS Ratings
Official crash test ratings for the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus have not yet been released, but given the 2024 model’s strong performance, it is expected to receive a five-star rating from the NHTSA and a Top Safety Pick+ designation from the IIHS when equipped with optional safety features.
Warranty
Lincoln provides a competitive warranty package for the 2025 Nautilus. The standard limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles, while the powertrain warranty extends to six years or 70,000 miles. Hybrid components receive additional coverage of eight years or 100,000 miles. Lincoln also includes complimentary scheduled maintenance for four years or 50,000 miles, ensuring a hassle-free ownership experience.