2005 Lincoln Aviator Review

Name: 2005 Lincoln Aviator Review
Brand: Lincoln
Price: 1645 USD
Rating: 4.4 (85 reviews)

Price Estimate: $1,645 - $2,641

2003 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV Shown

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Pros

Excellent performance from the standard V8, sharp handling dynamics for an SUV, stylish and feature-laden interior that's doesn't sacrifice utility.

Cons

Interior lacks the rock solid build quality of equivalently priced luxury SUVs, engine noise intrusive at high rpm.

What’s new

The AdvanceTrac stability control system is now standard and includes a new Roll Stability Control feature. The model lineup has been pared down to one well-equipped trim with separate option packages for those who want additional luxury features. Seventeen-inch alloy wheels are now standard, and there is a new chrome grille surround and slots.

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A surprisingly enjoyable luxury sport-ute that takes all that's right about the Navigator and applies it to a smaller, more manageable package.

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2005 Lincoln Aviator
Luxury 4dr SUV
$4,995
- Not provided
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
- 6 Seats, 11 City / 16 Hwy MPG
- Old Car Place (1,172 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Third-row seating
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
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Located in Dallas, TX
RUN & DRIVE, AS-IS
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
13 Combined MPG (11 City/16 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5LMEU88H45ZJ27638
Stock: H815
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-10-2025
2005 Lincoln Aviator
Luxury 4dr SUV
$2,995
- Not provided
- 1 accident, 4 owners, corporate fleet vehicle
- 6 Seats, 11 City / 17 Hwy MPG
- Auto Nation (1,586 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Third-row seating
- Power Driver Seat
- Tire Pressure Warnin...
- Parking sensors
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Located in Kenner, LA
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
13 Combined MPG (11 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 5LMEU68H75ZJ23880
Stock: J23880
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-13-2025

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2005 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $5.24 per gallon for premium unleaded in California.}

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Lincoln Aviator Reviews

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85 reviews

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4(15%)

3(11%)

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justoma, 06/07/2013

2005 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)

I love love love my Aviator! It's the 2005, when I bought it in 2005 I knew the gas mileage was crap, but found the truck solid and full of power. I had the Grand Cherokee which was great too but the Aviator smoked it as far as performance. I have 75,000 miles on it. I do my oil changes every 3-4000 miles. I put tires on it in 2009 and I just put them on again..I never had them rotated …

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Chuck, 03/15/2010

2005 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)

We could not be happier with our Aviator. We are the original owners and have had little trouble since our purchase. I wanted a luxury AWD SUV to last us 8-10 years. Well we are half way there and still love it. The fuel mileage is pitiful but we were aware of that at time of purchase. That's what you get when you put a Mustang engine in a heavy SUV. Duh? The AWD and Traction Control are …

Awesome SUV! I love this car!

jd1017, 04/26/2007

2005 Lincoln Aviator Luxury AWD 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)

I've read a lot of the comments concerning the 2003 AWD Aviator and feel very fortunate. I haven't experienced anything but pleasure from this SUV, the power and comfort is second to none. I'm in sales and stop start this car ten plus times a day, no troubles. The rear hatch surrounding the glass did split, fiberglass fracture is what the dealship referred to it as. They replaced it, out …

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Ricverde, 12/15/2004

2005 Lincoln Aviator Luxury Rwd 4dr SUV (4.6L 8cyl 5A)

I'm getting on in years so this will probably be my last car purchased. I absolutely love the vehicle! The ride is smooth, visibility great, and handling precise. The gas mileage isn't too hot, but I knew it wouldn't be before I bought the Aviator. The black beauty has drawn admiring looks and positive comments from passers-by in parking lots, which sure helps me …

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2005 Aviator Highlights

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$40,635
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	13 MPG
Cost to Drive	$478/month
Seating	6 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	12.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the Aviator include:

Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Not Tested
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Not Tested
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Not Tested

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