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Lincoln Aviator I 4.6 i V8 32V AWD (306 Hp)
Overall Rating
Lincoln Aviator:
The Lincoln Aviator is a mid-size, three-row luxury SUV manufactured and marketed under the Lincoln brand of Ford Motor Company — and now in its second generation, with a hiatus from 2006 to 2020.
The first generation Aviator was manufactured for 2003–2005 model years as a rebadged variant of the third generation Ford Explorer — and assembled at the now-closed St. Louis Assembly in Hazelwood, Missouri, alongside the Explorer and Mountaineer.
For the 2020 model year, Lincoln reintroduced the Aviator as a badge engineered variant of the sixth generation Ford Explorer manufactured at Chicago Assembly and offered with a plug-in hybrid variant....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Lincoln Aviator (I). With 406 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2315 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7.6 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
The Lincoln Aviator I was primarily sold in the North American market and was not tested by Euro NCAP. It featured standard safety equipment for its time, including ABS and multiple airbags.
4.6 i V8 32V AWD (306 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The AWD system significantly improves acceleration to 7.6 seconds 0-100 km/h, offering robust performance for a large SUV of its era.
Fuel Economy
Similar to the RWD variant, this AWD model suffers from very high fuel consumption, a notable running cost.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and smooth 4.6L V8 engine
- • Luxurious and comfortable 7-seater interior for its time
- • Available All-Wheel Drive (AWD) for improved traction
- • Refined ride quality suitable for long journeys
- • Distinctive Lincoln styling
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy across all trims
- • Dated interior technology by modern standards
- • Relatively high running costs for maintenance and fuel
- • Limited cargo space when all three rows of seats are in use
- • Large turning radius can make city maneuvering challenging
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Aviator |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.6 i V8 32V AWD (306 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2005 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 306 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 66.5 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 406 Nm @ 3250 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4601 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 19 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90.2 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 132.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 175.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2315 |
| Max. weight: | 2850 |
| Max load: | 535 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2189 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 351 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4909 mm mm |
| Width: | 1877 mm mm |
| Height: | 1800 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2889 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1547 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1554 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 245/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 17 |
| Front suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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