2023 Lincoln Aviator Review

A midsize luxury SUV equipped with three rows of seats, the 2023 Lincoln Aviator is based on the Ford Explorer and slots into Lincoln's SUV-only lineup between the five-passenger midsize Nautilus and the full-size Navigator.

Notably, the Aviator offers an available plug-in hybrid powertrain. It'll go about 21 miles on all-electric power before switching to regular hybrid operation. Recharge frequently either at home or at a public charging station and you can really start saving on gas. That electrified drivetrain option sets the Aviator apart from its primary rivals, which include two of our favorites in the class, the Audi Q7 and Acura MDX.

Like other Lincolns, the 2023 Aviator has distinctive design inside and out. It offers plenty of room for passengers and cargo, and it's quite comfortable, especially when equipped with its upgraded front seats. Lincoln hasn't made any substantial changes to the 2023 Aviator. Be sure to read our Expert Rating of this SUV to decide whether it deserves a slot on your consideration list.

The 2023 Lincoln Aviator is a three-row midsize SUV available in five trim levels: Aviator, Reserve, Black Label, Grand Touring and Grand Touring Black Label. The Aviator, Reserve and Black Label have a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine (400 horsepower, 415 lb-ft of torque). Grand Touring and Grand Touring Black Label models use a plug-in hybrid powertrain based on the V6 engine (494 hp, 630 lb-ft). With the Aviator and Reserve trims, the SUV has standard rear-wheel drive with all-wheel drive available as an option. Black Label and both Grand Touring models use all-wheel drive.