Lincoln first rolled out the Aviator in 2003, and the car is currently in its second generation. It is a three-row midsize luxury SUV and is sized in between Lincoln Nautilus and Lincoln Navigator. After ruling the streets for a brief span from 2003 to 2005, the Aviator was replaced by Lincoln MKX and MKT models as the company moved ahead with its crossover lineup. The Aviator returned to the streets as an SUV again in 2020, followed by its remodeling in 2021. Moreover, an upcoming model of this automobile is set to release by the end of this year.

Lincoln is known for designing sophisticated and stylish SUVs that offer a comfortable and smooth riding experience. Further, its powerful and impeccable performance has carved a place in the hearts of SUV enthusiasts.

The Aviator is adorned with some special features that are exclusive to the vehicle, making it one of the best SUVs ever made by Lincoln.

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The Hybrid Exterior Design

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The Aviator is often referred to as 'The Baby Navigator' because of its many styling cues that are inherited from the bigger sibling, Navigator. These are most visible in the lower body of this car. The impressions of Navigator are very much prominent in front and rear fascias, lower door panels, running boards, grilles, headlamps, and the license plate's surroundings.

Despite having some similarities in design with the Navigator, this car still stands out from the Navigator because of its shorter size and some brilliant improvisations. The large mesh grille in front of the vehicle and the sleek edges have a chrome finish. The slim LED headlamps are fitted with Autolamp and Auto High Beam features. Furthermore, the headlamps include Lincoln's signature LED Daytime Running Lamps with Fade on/off.

The Lincoln logo on the rear is backlit by LEDs that give a gleam to the revered name even during day time. The wheel lip, rocker moldings, chrome mesh, and mirror caps are painted in sync with body color to give a seamless parallel viewing experience. The door handles and doors are specially designed for easily entering the vehicle. The door handles are featured with Light Touch that requires only a gentle pull to open the door, and the Soft Close doors shut the doors without applying any extra force.

Another classy exterior feature is the side mirrors. Mirrors on either side are Power-Adjustable and fold automatically when turning off the vehicle. They are also equipped with LED Turn Signal Indicators. On the driver's side, the mirror has Memory Feature and Auto-Dimming abilities. But the most sophisticated feature to give the rider a feel of a luxury vehicle is the Lincoln logo projected from the side view mirror, illuminating the ground below the door.

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The Unparalleled Luxurious Interiors

The Interiors Of The Lincoln Aviator
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Entering the Aviator is a one-of-a-kind luxury experience. High quality, exclusive materials are used with upscale technology in the make of its interiors.

The Aviator's passenger cabin is designed to comfortably accommodate seven occupants if the second row is turned into a bench. In contrast, the Captain's Chair version is suitable for six passengers. Cars with a Captain's Chair middle are equipped with a central console in between the seats for easy access to the last row. All the seats are wrapped with synthetic leather. The massaging front seats are featured with 30-way adjustability features. An optional smart suspension system is also available that scans the road for bumps and adjusts adaptive dampers accordingly for flexibility.

The steering wheel is comfortable to hold due to the soft leather wrapping and is mounted with Cruise, Redundant Audio, Climate, and Media Controls. An optional heated steering feature is also available. Piano Key Shifters operate all the controls instead of regular push buttons or knobs.

The 2021 model features a 10.1-inch touch screen installed with Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. A Wi-Fi hotspot and Bluetooth maintain connectivity inside the vehicle. The SYNC 3 infotainment system has a satellite radio connected with a 10-speaker stereo system. An optional 14 to 28 speaker Revel stereo is also available. Customers can also opt for a rear-seat entertainment system and two additional USB ports along with the existing four. The Upcoming 2022 Aviator may have an upgraded infotainment system with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. While other features shall remain the same, the 2022 Aviator may have Bluetooth unlock and a start feature, and a 28-speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio system.

The 400 Horsepower Bleeding V6 Engine

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A Twin-Turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 Engine powers this super stylish SUV with Auto Start-Stop Technology. This potent engine produces 400 horsepower and 415 lb/ft of torque. The Grand Touring and Black Label Grand Touring models of Aviator are equipped with an electric motor with a twin-turbo engine to produce 494 horsepower and 630 lb/ft of torque. The engine's power passes to the rear wheels via a 10-speed automatic transmission.

Despite having a powerful engine, the Aviator gives an optimized fuel economy in the midsize SUV class. The EPA fuel economy for the rear-wheel-drive variant is 18/26 mpg on the city/highway, and AWD models offer 17/24 mpg on city/highway. Trims with hybrid powertrain give up to 210 miles in the city and a combined of 56 mpg.

Lincoln Aviator is one of Lincoln's SUV class best because it offers all features as its other siblings, with a much smarter packaging. Furthermore, it offers an array of powertrains to choose from. Most importantly, no matter the powertrain, it offers the same refined, powerful performance, smooth and seamless handling, and Lincoln's signature luxury sophistication.

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