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Lincoln Navigator III L (facelift 2015) 3.5 GTDI V6 (380 Hp) 4x4 Automatic
Overall Rating
Lincoln Navigator:
The Lincoln Navigator is a full-size luxury SUV marketed and sold by the Lincoln Motor Company brand of Ford Motor Company since the 1998 model year. Sold primarily in North America, the Navigator is the Lincoln counterpart of the Ford Expedition. It is the heaviest production Lincoln ever built, and is also the Lincoln with the greatest cargo capacity and the first non-limousine Lincoln to offer seating for more than six people.
Lincoln Navigator production was sourced from 1997 to 2009 at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan. Since 2009, production has also been sourced from the Kentucky Truck Plant in Louisville, Kentucky....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III L (facelift 2015) Overview:
Lincoln Navigator (III L (facelift 2015)). With 624 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2749 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.5 GTDI V6 (380 Hp) 4x4 Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Excellent power and torque from the EcoBoost V6, providing strong acceleration and robust towing capabilities, well-suited for a large 4x4 SUV.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is typical for a full-size 4x4 luxury SUV with this power output, but remains a significant consideration for running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Powerful and torquey EcoBoost V6 engine
- • Spacious and luxurious interior, especially the L version
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
- • High towing capacity suitable for large trailers
- • Distinctive American luxury styling with road presence
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, even for its class
- • Large dimensions can make city maneuvering and parking challenging
- • Interior technology might feel dated compared to newer European rivals
- • Significant depreciation compared to some competitors
- • Limited off-road capability despite 4x4 option
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III: 2008 - 2014).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | Navigator |
| Generation: | III L (facelift 2015) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 GTDI V6 (380 Hp) 4x4 Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2014 |
| End of production: | 2017 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 380 Hp @ 5250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 108.7 Hp/l [353mm more] |
| Torque: | 624 Nm @ 2750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EcoBoost More details about the engine EcoBoost |
| Engine displacement: | 3496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, Ti-VCT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 17 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86.7 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6100 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.7 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.2 kg/Hp, 138.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.4 kg/Nm, 227 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2749 |
| Max. weight: | 3461 |
| Max load: | 712 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 3630 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1206 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 127 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 16.2° |
| Length: | 5646 mm mm [353mm more] |
| Width: | 2002 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1981 mm mm [8mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 3327 mm mm [304mm more] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2024 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2332 mm |
| Front track: | 1702 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1707 mm |
| Front overhang: | 1011 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1308 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 213 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.89 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 22.1° |
| Departure angle: | 20.3° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | SelectShift |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 275/55 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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