Lincoln's flagship SUV is now available for 2021 with an optional Monochromatic appearance package, which swaps out exterior chrome trim with darkened alternatives and replaces silver-painted wheels with black ones. Elsewhere, Lincoln has swapped out four of the Navigator's exterior colors—Asher Gray, Flight Blue, Green Gem, and Signature Navy—for four new ones—Iced Mocha, Silver Jade, Blue Diamond, and Rhapsody Blue.
PROS Plenty of power from twin-turbo V-6, super-spacious cabin, high-end appearance.
CONS Gas-guzzling powertrain, difficult to maneuver in traffic and when parking, harsh ride over big bumps.
The 2021 Lincoln Navigator's #1 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the Lincoln Navigator has a score of 8.7 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 23 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
PROS Posh, comfortable interior Easy-to-use technology More passenger and cargo space than most rivals Powerful engine
CONS Ride could be smoother
The 2021 Lincoln Navigator makes hard work look effortless with its lavish cabin and its twin-turbo V-6..
PROS Punchy twin-turbo engine Sharp infotainment Black Label luxury Spacious interior from all three rows Unapologetically stylish
CONS Thirsty, big, heavy, so what Maybe too flashy for some Stone-cold expensive
The 2018 Ford Expedition is finally the full-size family hauler from Ford we've been waiting for.A long-awaited redo for the spacious family hauler finally arrives this year, and the 2018 Ford Expedition gets more than a "mane and tail" makeover. The new SUV will be available in XLT, Limited, and Platinum trims in rear- or four-wheel-drive configurations. A long wheelbase Expedition will be offered and is called Expedition MAX, which is a new name for the States. Pricing hasn't yet been announced.
Pros Boxy, upright stance Advanced safety tech Strong V-6 and 10-speed powertrain Helpful terrain management system
Cons We thought we were past the rotary shift knob Uncertain about fuel economy Expedition MAX?
The 2018 Ford Expedition ranked #1 in Large SUVs. Currently the Ford Expedition has a score of 9.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 8 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Powerful engine Upscale cabin with plenty of features Three rows of spacious seats Lots of cargo space
Cons More expensive than competitors
More powerful V6 engine and new 10-speed automatic transmission.The 2018 Expedition is fully redesigned.The first year of the fourth-generation Expedition.Updated interior with new features.
PROS Turbo V6 engine, now with more power, pulls strong even when laden Easy folding and sliding of rear seats increase interior flexibility Adults will actually be comfortable in the third-row seat Tows more than similarly sized crossover SUVs
CONS Fuel economy still below what a typical three-row crossover achieves Big, bulky and tricky to navigate and park in tight quarters
