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Lincoln Nautilus
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2019 Lincoln Nautilus
Overview
Manufacturer Lincoln (Ford)
Production2018–present
Model years 2019–present
Body and chassis
Class Mid-size luxury crossover SUV
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout Front-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive
Related Ford Edge
Chronology
Predecessor Lincoln MKX

The Lincoln Nautilus is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV [1] marketed and sold by the Lincoln brand of Ford Motor Company. The Nautilus was initially renamed from the MKX as part of a mid-cycle update in 2018 for the 2019 model year, as Lincoln phased out its use of "MK" model names. [2] The name 'Nautilus' is derived from the ancient Greek word nautes, meaning "sailor," as in nautical or astronaut. [3]

Contents

The first generation is based on the CD4 platform, and was manufactured at Oakville Assembly in Oakville, Ontario, Canada alongside the Ford Edge, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT and manufactured in Hangzhou Assembly in Zhejiang, China by joint venture Changan Ford from 2021 to 2023. The second generation is solely produced by Changan Ford in China, as Ford is retooling the Oakville Assembly plant to produce electric vehicles. [4]

First generation (U540; 2019)

First generation
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Overview
Model code U540
Also called Lincoln MKX (2015–2018)
Lincoln Legacy/Grand Legacy (hearse)
Production2018–2023
Model years 2019–2023
Assembly
Designer Kemal Curić
Body and chassis
Platform Ford CD4 platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission 8-speed 8F35 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase 112.2 in (2,850 mm)
Length190.0 in (4,826 mm)
Width76.2 in (1,935 mm)
Height66.2 in (1,681 mm)
Curb weight 4,142–4,442 lb (1,879–2,015 kg)

The Lincoln Nautilus was released as the mid-cycle revision of the second-generation MKX in November 2017 for the 2019 model year. [2] Adopting the styling of the newly introduced Continental and Navigator, the Nautilus transitioned from the previous split-wing grille to a large rectangular grille with a large Lincoln star emblem.

The counterpart of the updated Ford Edge, the Nautilus is slotted between the Aviator and the MKC (which was replaced by the Corsair for the 2020 model year) in Lincoln's lineup. A 245-horsepower (248 PS; 183 kW) 2.0-liter EcoBoost inline-four is the standard engine, with a 335-horsepower (340 PS; 250 kW) 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 carried over from the MKX as an option; both engines are fitted with start-stop capability. An 8-speed automatic transmission is paired to both engines (replacing the previous 6-speed).

For the 2021 model year, the Nautilus was once again refreshed with a new interior similar to the new Navigator, Aviator, and Corsair, featuring a larger 13.2" touchscreen and Ford's latest SYNC 4 system. [6] Minor changes were also made to the front bumper. [7]

Safety

IIHS scores [8]
Small overlap front (driver)Good
Small overlap front (passenger)Good
Moderate overlap front (original test)Good
Side (original test)Good
Roof strengthGood
Head restraints and seatsGood
HeadlightsPoor
Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-vehicleSuperiorOptional system
Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-vehicleSuperiorStandard system
Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-pedestrian (Day)AdvancedOptional system
Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-pedestrian (Day)AdvancedStandard system
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of useAcceptableMarginal

Second generation (CDX707; 2023)

Second generation
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Overview
Model code CDX707
ProductionSeptember 2023 – present
Model years 2024–present
Assembly
Designer Jae Chang, [9] Henri Kavaja, [10] Jordan Meadows [11]
Body and chassis
Layout Transverse front-engined, all-wheel drive
Platform Ford C2
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Electric motor Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Transmission 8-speed automatic
eCVT (Hybrid)
Battery 1.1 kWh Li-ion (Hybrid)
Range480–600 mi (770–970 km)
Dimensions
Wheelbase 114.2 in (2,900 mm)
Length193.2 in (4,908 mm)
Width76.9 in (1,952 mm)
Height67.6 in (1,717 mm)
Curb weight 4,349–4,517 lb (1,973–2,049 kg)

The second-generation Nautilus was released in 2023 for the Chinese market. It is a mid-size SUV with five seats, available with either a gasoline or a hybrid gasoline-electric powertrain. [12] [13] The U.S. market Nautilus was unveiled on April 17, 2023, and went on sale in early 2024, imported from China. [14] The GCC market Nautilus was launched on February 12, 2024. [15]

The interior is characterized by a high mounted dashboard spanning 48-inch display, which integrates both the instrument cluster and forms part of the infotainment system along with a 11.1-inch touchscreen display. The upper display consists of two 24-inch displays mounted directly next to each other, and is controlled by the lower touchscreen display, where the user can drag and drop 'widgets' to configure the display contents. The second generation Nautilus is the first model to feature the new Ford/Lincoln Digital Experience, which replaces Ford SYNC 4/4a and is based on Android Automotive.

The Nautilus has two powertrain options, a gasoline engine with a hybrid version. The standard engine is a 2.0 L turbocharged 4-cylinder making 250 hp (190 kW; 250 PS) and 280 lb⋅ft (380 N⋅m; 39 kg⋅m) of torque which is mounted to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The hybrid version combines the same engine with a 100 kW (130 hp; 140 PS) electric motor through a planetary gearset eCVT to achieve a total system output of 310 hp (230 kW; 310 PS). All Nautilus models come with all-wheel drive standard and have transverse mounted engines. [16] [17]

The standard Nautilus achieves 21, 29 and 24 mpgUS (11.2, 8.1 and 9.8 L/100 km; 25, 35 and 29 mpgimp) on the EPA's city, highway, and combined cycles respectively, while with hybrid power it gets 30, 31 and 30 mpgUS (7.8, 7.6 and 7.8 L/100 km; 36, 37 and 36 mpgimp) on the same rating system.

The suspension consists of a McPherson strut setup for the front wheels and a multilink independent suspension for the rear, with optional adaptive dampers.

Safety

The 2024 Nautilus was awarded "Top Safety Pick+" by IIHS. [18]

IIHS scores [19]
Small overlap frontGood
Moderate overlap front (original test)Good
Moderate overlap front (updated test)Good
Side (updated test)Good
HeadlightsGood
Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-pedestrianGood
Seatbelt remindersGood
Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of useGood

Sales

YearU.S.Canada [20] China [21]
201828,573 [22] 12,396
201931,711 [23] 3,23814,013
202022,742 [24] 1,7538,009 [25]
202124,443 [26] 1,62527,918 [27]
202220,635 [28] 17,169 [29]
202323,960 [30] 27,409 [31]
202436,544 [32] 3,351 [33] 24,496 [34]

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