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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2022 Aviator, so we've included reviews for other years of the Aviator since its last redesign.
So Far We're Very impressed
TXCrashman, 11/19/2021
updated 09/07/2023
2022 Lincoln Aviator Reserve 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
68 of 69 people found this review helpful
We moved from a Lexus RX350 to the 2022 Aviator Reserve and are pleasantly surprised. The ride and technology blow away the RX. The messaging seats are great for longer trips. It really helps if you have a bad back, which I do. We have had our Aviator now for 7 weeks and have driven 1,800 miles without any issues except for 3-4 occasions when the Sirius radio has not reconnected after a quick 2-3 minute trip to gas station or grocery store (happened 4x). The 28 speaker stereo is as good as any I've ever heard in a car. The acceleration is fantastic. It blows away the RX we had. The only major drawback so far would be the gas mileage. On long drives we have only gotten 21-22 mpg. We have had Lexus vehicle's for over 12 years and I was hesitant on switching but the power and comfort level in the Aviator swayed us. I'm hoping the reliability can equal the Lexus. The reviews on previous year models has me a bit worried but like I said, so far it has been great. 3/6/22: After having several Lexus RX350’s we switched it up and leased a 22’ Aviator Reserve. Although we ended up spending more than what we wanted in hindsight stepping up to the Aviator has been a great choice. Initially I was concerned about getting an Aviator after reading all the issues and buy backs Aviator owners have had we have been thrilled. We have driven 5K miles in the 5 months we have had it and no major issues and nothing that required me to talk to dealer about. Just had to check the manual. All the safety features are really nice too. We’ve gotten several compliments on the new color, Ceramic Pearl. We thoroughly enjoy all the bells and whistles the Aviator has which the Lexus RX didn’t. The messaging seats have made longer trips a breeze. My back issues have dissipated. The power of the V6 twin turbo would leave my old RX in the dust. The Revell stereo with 28 speakers blows me out of the car. The third row seat is only good for kids not adults. That’s about the only negative other than the gas mileage which is 19 city and 23 highway. The piano gear shifting still is taking time to get used to. Happy camper So it’s been 18 months and we still have had absolutely no issues with this beauty. The combined mileage is 22.5 which isn’t the greatest but it could be worse. Still a great road trip car.
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Fatal flaw
Loveditbutleftit, 07/16/2021
2021 Lincoln Aviator Reserve 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
126 of 130 people found this review helpful
I drove my Aviator Reserve for 18 months. Love the ride, the trim, and the electronics. In every regard it is a luxury vehicle and very well thought out. But... It has a fatal flaw that, in the end, drove me to trade it in. Specifically, the door opening mechanism on the inside of each door is electric. It depends on electrical components inside each door and on the overall health of the electrical system. Only one of the four doors, the driver's door, has a mechanical override release in case of electrical failure. Imagine an auto accident where the electrical system is compromised and the driver is disabled. How do passengers get out? Since the release is located in the lower front corner of the driver's door, passengers must first move the driver to get to the release. And if there's a fire.... I drove the car for 12 months before this problem really became real to me. One morning I went out to get into the car and the driver's door would not open. Passengers' doors opened, but not the driver's. I got in the passenger's side and crawled over the console to get into the driver's seat. The driver's door would not open from the inside, either. And if you're 76 like I am, getting to that mechanical release is no easy trick. Lincoln towed the car. It took over five weeks for them to get the parts to fix it. Slowly but surely it sunk into my rather thick skull that my son had been exactly right when I showed him the car for the first time. He said it's a fire trap. I gave the car two stars because it is a dream to drive. If you buy one, make sure you keep hammers available for each seat to knock out the windows for emergency exit.
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Awesome Ride
espy1949, 02/23/2022
2022 Lincoln Aviator Reserve 4dr SUV (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
37 of 38 people found this review helpful
hi all, the aviator is a dream to drive my previous car was a jaguar fpace. Nice car but the lincoln has it beat the aviator is quiet, comfortable roomy and not too bad on fuel. i did a 200 mile all highway run and got 27.6 mpg at highway speed. my only complaint is the exterior fit and finish which is no big deal
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Burgundy beauty
JoeM, 07/09/2022
updated 01/12/2024
2022 Lincoln Aviator Reserve 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
19 of 19 people found this review helpful
I’ve driven my 2022 Aviator for about four months now with no repairs needed. Very quiet, nice ride, comfortable seats and right at 20 MPG combined mileage. I’m very satisfied with this purchase. The Aviator now has about 18,000 miles. A few thousand miles ago I got an engine warning light on the dash. The dealer replaced something having to do with the thermostat. Other than that, the Lincoln hasn’t caused me any grief. It’s a beautiful vehicle, rides great. I’m very pleased.
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Garbage
Dan, 06/03/2021
2021 Lincoln Aviator Reserve 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A)
80 of 85 people found this review helpful
2021 Aviator 1600 miles. Factory paint defects, rattles, faulty fuel gauge. Currently in the shop for 16 days. Lincoln refusing to authorize a repair because the problem comes and goes, even though the dealer witnessed it happening and I have video of the faulty gauge. Satellite radio stopped working then magically started again. It seems the problems still affect the 2021 models.
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