Comparison - Lincoln Aviator Hybrid 2019 - vs - Ford Explorer Platinum 2019

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Average Price: 
$
77,695
Updated: 
27 May 2019
$54,165
Updated: 
17 Feb 2018
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2019
Total Seating: 
7
7
Transmission: 
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
6-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
20.20gals
18.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Pristine White Metallic Tri-Coat
#ececec
Chroma Caviar Dark Grey Premium Metallic
#646464
Silver Radiance Metallic
#bfc4ca
Flight Blue
#39465b
Infinite Black Metallic
#000000
Burgundy Velvet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#3e020c
Color: 
Blue Jeans Metallic
#486478
Ingot Silver Metallic
#C4C4C8
Oxford White
#E4E4E4
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
#8E1C26
Shadow Black
#242424

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 Lincoln Aviator is a three-row SUV that fits in the Lincoln lineup just beneath the Navigator. It's rear-drive-based and shares its underpinnings with the new rear-drive Ford Explorer. Part of the second Aviator generation introduced for the 2020 model year

Pros
Upscale design inside and out
Powerful standard engine
Lots of advanced features
Available plug-in hybrid powertrain

Cons
Third row is not really suitable for adults
Perfect Position seats add lots of complexity for minor gains in comfort
Price can rise quickly with options

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Lincoln Aviator gives wing to Ford’s luxury-SUV ambitions, with sensational style and Lincoln’s first plug-in hybrid drivetrain.

Pros
A baby Navigator, in the best ways
Wide-screen infotainment and displays
Plug-in hybrid power
Versatile three-row seating
A stunning interior

Cons
Puts the $$$ in $$$$
Small third-row seat
V-6 engine moan
Grand Touring shift quality and weight

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Lincoln Aviator's #6 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Lincoln Aviator has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Incredibly user-friendly infotainment system
Stylish cabin with plenty of cargo space
Cushioned ride
Powerful engine

Cons
Some rivals are more opulent
Less agile than some competitors
Narrow front seats detract from comfort

By: 
usnews.com

The 2018 Ford Explorer ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 68 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Large cargo area behind third-row seat
Meaty twin-turbo V6 available
High predicted reliability rating

Cons
Seats aren't as comfy or roomy as some
Thirsty engines
Feels massive to drive

By: 
usnews.com

The Explorer receives only minor changes for 2018, with subtle styling tweaks at the front and rear, an integrated 4G LTE hotspot and revised feature availability.

PROS
Plenty of high-tech features that are easy to use
Optional turbocharged V6 engine delivers plentiful power
Cabin is quiet and comfortable on the highway
Cargo space is generous behind the third row

CONS
Legroom in the third row is subpar
Depending on trim level, feels big and ponderous from behind the wheel

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2018 Ford Explorer has pulled off a graceful transition from clumsy off-roader to genteel family wagon.

Pros
A utility player, in the classic sense
Very good handling
Better fuel economy ratings
Improved infotainment, now with 4G LTE
Lovely Sport tuning

Cons
The EPA’s optimistic with those turbo ratings
Platinum content, platinum prices
Second-row seat needs padding, less tilt
Third-row seat needs more of everything

By: 
thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
17.00mpg
16.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
24.00mpg
22.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
24
Cylinders: 
6
V
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.00L
3.50L
Torque: 
415ft-lbs
at 3 000rpm
350ft-lbs
at 3 500rpm
Horsepower: 
400hp
at 3 000rpm
365hp
at 5 500rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
39.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
yes
Side view Camera: 
yes
-
On steering wheel: 
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
turn signal in mirrors
power rear seat easy entry
universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
heated steering wheel
automatic parking assist
driver assisted parking assist
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
adaptive cruise control
Adjustable pedals
Keyless Ignition
electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
199.30in
198.30in
Width: 
79.60in
78.90in
Height: 
69.80in
71.00in
Ground Clearance: 
7.80in
Front Track: 
66.90in
67.00in
Rear Track: 
66.90in
67.00in
Wheel Base: 
119.10in
112.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.30
41.40
Rear Head Room: 
39.70
40.60
Front Leg Room: 
43.00in
42.90in
Rear leg room: 
39.00in
39.50in
Front Hip Room: 
58.50in
57.30in
Front Shoulder Room: 
61.50in
61.50in
Rear Hip Room: 
58.50in
56.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
61.30in
61.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
77.70cu.ft
81.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
6700lbs
5000lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
18.30cu.ft
21.00cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
15.60degrees
Angle of Departure: 
20.90degrees
Curb Weight: 
4897.00lbs
4458.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes
More Instruments: 
electronic single-speed

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
hands-free entry
Heated mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows
2 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
hands-free entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
30 -way power passenger seat
premium leather
driver cooled seat
multi-level heating driver seat
passenger cooled seat
ventilated driver seat
ventilated passenger seat
30 -way power driver seat
massaging
height adjustable driver seat
multi-level heating passenger seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
driver seat thigh extension
8 -way power driver seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power passenger seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Massaging
passenger cooled seat
driver cooled seat
Rear Seats Features: 
reclining rear seats
dual ventilation
multi-level heating
power folding split-bench third row seats
rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Split-folding rear seatback
reclining rear seats
multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
four-wheel independent suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Leather steering wheel
Turn signal in mirrors
Heated steering wheel
Front and rear air conditioning

Entertainment

DVD player: 
-
-
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
-
yes
More Entertainment: 
rear volume controls
speed sensitive volume control
USB with external media control
28 total speakers
USB connection
Revel premium brand speakers
surround audio surround audio (discrete)
6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Memory card slot
Surround audio surround audio (discrete)
Sony premium brand speakers
500 Watts Stereo Output
1 subwoofer(s)
12 total speakers
6 Months of provided satellite radio service
Sony premium brand stero system

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
-
-
Rear defogger: 
-
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Privacy glass
Rear window wiper
Variable intermittent wipers
Roof rack
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
22 In.
20 in
Wheels more: 
inside mounted spare tire
temporary spare tire
All season tires
alloy wheels
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Temporary spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Width: 
255.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated front disc brakes
Front ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
solid rear disc brakes
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Rear door child safety locks
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
remote anti-theft alarm system
pre-collision safety system
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
LED headlamp
blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Post-collision safety system
Airbag Deployment Notification*
BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Package
Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning w/Brake Support
Rear height adjustable headrests
Rear center 3-point belt
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags
Pre-Collision Safety System
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Turn signal mirrors

Options

Packages: 
Black Label Equipment Group 800A
Trailer Tow Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Equipment Group 600A
Exterior Options: 
Front License Plate Bracket
Locking Wheel Lug Nut Kit
Hidden Locking Wheel Lug Nut Kit
Running Boards
Roof Rack Crossbars
Running Boards
20" Premium Painted Machined Aluminum Wheels
Splash Guards
License Plate Bracket
Rear Bumper Protector
Wheel Lock Kit
Interior Options: 
2nd Row Console
VP - Cargo Area Cover
VP - Cargo Area Protector
VP - All-Weather Floor Mats
Chalet Interior Theme
Lincoln Play
Destination Interior Theme
Flight Interior Theme
2nd Row Bench
2nd Row Bucket Seats w/Power-Assist Fold
Cargo Shade
Smokers Kit w/Element
Deep Tray-Style All-Weather Floor Mats
Rear Cargo Well Protector
DVD Headrests
2nd Row Console

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Cashmere, premium leather
#d3d1cb
Ebony w/Luggage Tan, premium leather
#593f34
Mahogany Red, premium leather
#542f2e
Color: 
Medium Light Camel, cloth
#9A9789