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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Nautilus, so we've included reviews for other years of the Nautilus since its last redesign.
My Nautilus is my favorite place to be
JDC, 07/14/2021
updated 03/23/2022
2021 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label 4dr SUV AWD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
The Screen is fantastic, interior features flow, display info integrated into front gauge panel as well. Seats amazing, with the air cooling even in Texas heat my car is cool and comfortable within a minute. Cabin is quiet, drive smooth, power exceptional (6cyl), features are intuitive. This weeks favorite feature is turning off ignition automatically puts car in park so 1 push and done when parking. 1 year update- Still love my car. Comfort is superior, seat heater plus massage let's you tune out everything and relax as a passenger. I feel confident in the power abd acceleration available while still offering the smooth comfort of a Lincoln. Few glitches with phone connection, hoping to have it corrected in first service appt.
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From MKX to Nautilus
CDub, 08/30/2023
updated 05/20/2024
2023 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label 4dr SUV AWD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
***UPDATE*** I've had my 2023 Nautilus Black Label for about 9 months now and it is still my favorite vehicle. Everything I mentioned in my original post below still holds true. I love the power from the V6, the gorgeous and comfortable interior, and the handsome exterior profile. What I love even more is that this generation of Nautilus is one of the best and most reliable mid-size luxury SUV/Crossovers you can buy, according to multiple automotive resources including but not limited to Motortrend, U.S. News, Consumer Reports (a recommended buy!), etc. The only "nay-sayer" was Car & Driver and from what I could read, they give it low marks because it doesn't have the cache and driving dynamics of a BMW or Mercedes Benz....well, guess what....not everyone wants a German corner carver. Some of us prefer a little bit of relaxed luxury. The fact that Car & Driver acts like that's a detriment is beyond me. They do praise it for its comfort, power, and refinement though. All that aside, I'm still so pleased with my purchase and think that given the opportunity people should definitely put Lincoln on their radar. Original Post: I purchased a 2017 Lincoln MKX when new and fell in love with it before and after the sale. I had the Reserve model back then, still with the 2.7 liter V6. It was a wonderful car and gave me several years of trouble-free/worry-free enjoyment. In 2022, I sold it to my sister who coveted it since the first day she saw it. I was happy to sell it to her, but immediately missed it when I started driving our Jeep on a daily basis. A little over a year went by and I saw the redesigned 2024 Nautilus debut and although I love the redesign, I was very disappointed to learn that it would no longer be available with a V6 option. That coupled with the fact that production was being moved to China made me re-think buying one. Having said that, I made the decision to purchase a 2023 Nautilus Black Label because I knew what I was buying....an extremely luxurious and comfortable vehicle with great performance. I understand why some want to criticize Lincoln for being nothing but gussied-up Fords, and that may have been true about 10-15 years ago, but the same can truly be said for any luxury auto manufacturer and their mainstream counterparts. My new Nautilus is a great value with all the trappings one could want in a comfortable cruiser with some slight performance chops (with the V6, I'm not a fan of the four-banger). The 22-way massaging seats are wonderful because they not only massage the seat back, but also the seat bottom. They're highly adjustable. Soft touch material is laid out everywhere except for the lower door panels and you really don't want soft touch material down there to protect from scuffs, etc. The Bridge of Weir leather is some of the softest leather I've ever experienced in a vehicle. If I had a gripe, and it's a small one, it's that the rearview/360 degree cameras are not high-definition. I don't know if it was a supply chain issue that prevented them from putting them on the Nautilus...I know other Lincolns and Fords with the Sync 4 system have better resolution. However, it's not a dealbreaker for me and maybe they will be able to retrofit better cameras down the road. I'm sure the 2024 model will alleviate this issue. Again, trivial but noticeable. Outside of that, I'm very pleased with my purchase and, although no vehicle is perfect, I'm confident that I will have the same wonderful experience with this vehicle as I did my 2017 MKX. If you haven't driven one, do yourself a favor and cross-shop it with other midsize luxury SUV's, i.e., Cadillac XT5, Lexus RX, etc. I think you might be pleasantly surprised when comparing apples to apples.
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Luxury meets Performance provides Utility
Don P., 12/09/2023
2022 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label 4dr SUV AWD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my first SUV, after driving luxury sedans for the last 30 years. It took me about 2,500 miles to “forget” about my last car. This Nautilus Black Label provides all the comfort of a luxury sedan plus the power and performance of a sport car and the utility of a SUV. I really love this vehicle! A couple times this SUV almost got away from me at the start — very quick with the twin turbos. The leather and seats are very luxurious and the massaging seats are something else. But if I were to buy this vehicle for only one thing it would be the stereo system — wow! How can a luxurious SUV also deliver performance on the road? With a V6 twin turbos, active airbag suspension and 21” inch wheels — how can it not? Now if I can drive this vehicle for 100k miles without problems — this will be a dream come true 😊
Great Features, Smooth Ride and Fantastic Vehicle
Miami Attorney, 07/24/2022
2022 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I have owned the Lincoln Nautilus for 8 years and before that the Navigator and MKX. I absolutely love me vehicle. It is luxurious and drives like a dream. Best attributes are the quiet cabin even when driving at high speeds on the highway. Electronics are easy and plentiful. The screen is great as well. I do not like the piano key for Drive, Reverse, etc. Quite often, I will park and forget to hit the "Park" key and my vehicle rolls. Frankly, it needs to be removed for the next edition as it is really dangerous and I still have not gotten used to it. The stereo system is top of the line and as though you are in a concert hall. Seats are super comfortable, plenty of room and the cooled AC front seats are a great plus. The AC is iceberg cold. Wife has a new Mercedes at a high price tag and frankly, I would take my Lincoln any day. Lastly, best SUV out there in my opinion. Will be getting yet another when this lease is up.
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Not up to what I expected from a Lincoln
Christy E, 09/07/2021
updated 09/08/2022
2021 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
25 of 31 people found this review helpful
I have a new 2021 Nautilus and am extremely disappointed in this auto. The backup camera has already been replaced and is still terrible and glitchy. The radio will occasionally come on of its own accord, the windshield wipers will randomly start, and the trunk has tried to close on me three times. The worst is probably the wind noise when driving - it's bad enough that I worry about it developing leaks. I like the large screen but wish that it could be more customized to have the most used features on the first screen. Overall the ride is nice (but noisy) and the seats are cushy which is appreciated. I'm not pleased at all with my Nautilus and am very disappointed. **Update Sept 2022** Still experiencing issues with the audio system and the wind noise.
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