Lincoln Teases First All-New Navigator in 11 Years
Lincoln hasn’t had a totally redesigned Navigator in 11 years, but the all-new luxury SUV will debut at the 2017 New York Auto Show.
“We like to think some things are worth the wait,” Lincoln tweeted this morning along with the above teaser image for the new Navigator that shows off the SUV’s proportions and new LED headlights (and maybe even an illuminated badge).
Not much is known about the new Navigator, but the American automaker did preview the SUV with the Lincoln Navigator Concept at last year’s New York Auto Show. While it’s likely we won’t see some of the crazier features from the concept like its outrageous gullwing doors, little staircase or closet in the trunk, the exterior styling for the production model shouldn’t be too far off.
2017 New York Auto Show Coverage
The full-sized SUV will share its platform with the Ford Expedition, and it’s likely the 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine found in the concept will be fitted to the production model. Expect around 350 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque, which is what’s found on the F-150 with the same engine.
Expect Lincoln to put a huge focus on the interior with plenty of luxurious accessories and appointments throughout the cabin. And to keep pace with its competitors, look for advanced safety features such as pre-collision assist with pedestrian detection, a 360-degree camera, enhanced park assist and a lane-keeping system.
Check back with AutoGuide.com for full details on the new Lincoln Navigator once it’s unveiled this week.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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Lincoln seems determined to put some separation between Lincoln and Ford power ratings. I won't be surprised if they bump HP to 400 in the new Navi.