2023 Lincoln Nautilus Review

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2023 Lincoln Nautilus Review

Pros

Quiet interior with plenty of legroom all around
Comfortable seats with lots of adjustments
Strong, smooth acceleration from the optional turbo V6
Easy-to-use infotainment system that's packed with features

Cons

Compromised rear headroom if you select the panoramic sunroof
Piano key gear selector can be annoying to use
Bulky key fob is uncomfortable to carry in a pocket
Based on a vehicle that originally debuted for 2016

What's new

No significant changes for 2023
Part of the first Nautilus generation introduced for 2019

Overview

Written by automotive expert Michael Cantu

11/1/2022

The Nautilus is a luxury SUV positioned above the smaller Corsair and below the larger three-row Aviator in Lincoln's all-SUV lineup. It's a sizable two-row SUV that offers a turbocharged four- or six-cylinder engine. Its top Black Label trim is pricey but delivers high-end luxury features some rivals don't offer. The Nautilus is based on a platform that dates back to 2016 when the SUV was called MKX.

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$35,985
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$10,054 below market
- 29,730 miles
- No accidents, 1 owner, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 20 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Bob Boyd Lincoln (13 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
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Located in Columbus, OH
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
22 Combined MPG (20 City/25 Highway)
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VIN: 2LMPJ8K93PBL15342
Stock: A25438A
Certified Pre-Owned: Yes
Listed since: 06-05-2025
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2023 Lincoln Nautilus
Black Label 4dr SUV
$40,390
great price
$5,101 below market
- 23,148 miles
- 1 accident, 1 owner, personal use
- 5 Seats, 19 City / 25 Hwy MPG
- Capital Ford of Columbus (6 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
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CARFAX One-Owner. Odometer is 6206 miles below market average! Priced below KBB Fair Purchase Price!Burgundy Velvet Metallic Tinted Clearcoat 2023 L...
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Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
21 Combined MPG (19 City/25 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2LMPJ9JP3PBL17338
Stock: L17338CA1
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-13-2025

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The 2023 model year will be the Nautilus' last year of production. It will be discontinued along with its platform partner, the Ford Edge. For that reason, Lincoln kept 2023 changes to a minimum. It will likely be replaced by an all-electric SUV in a few years.

The Nautilus is a worthy choice for an SUV. It's spacious, comfortable and quite powerful when equipped with the optional turbocharged V6. But the Lincoln competes in a packed segment that's filled with impressive rivals, including the Genesis GV70, Lexus RX 350 and Mercedes-Benz GLC. Though a worthy contender in this category, it never stood out from the crowd or topped our luxury SUV rankings. With that said, if you're set on the Nautilus, you'll likely be happy with its large 13.2-inch touchscreen display, easy-to-use infotainment system and long list of available features.

2023 Lincoln Nautilus trim level differences

The 2023 Lincoln Nautilus is a two-row SUV available in Standard, Reserve and Black Label trim levels. Black Label versions feature curated themes and expanded ownership perks for maximum luxury, but they're available only in select dealerships.

Which Nautilus trim does Edmunds recommend?

The Reserve trim is the way to go because it gives you the choice of either engine and opens up the availability of the Reserve I and Reserve II packages. We suggest adding the Reserve I package because it includes all the remaining advanced driver aids available on the Nautilus, including adaptive cruise control and a surround-view camera system.

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Reliability

The 2023 Lincoln Nautilus has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 3 recalls. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Recalls

3 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 25V315000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 25S49
Manufactured from:: 2021-06-04 to 2025-03-13
Number of vehicles affected:: 1075299
Defect Description:: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2023-2024 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Defect Consequence:: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated for third quarter 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Recall Number:: 23V439000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 23S32
Number of vehicles affected:: 366
Defect Description:: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in damage to the rear brake hose, rear axle half shaft, wheel speed sensor, and/or stabilizer bar end links.
Defect Consequence:: A damaged brake hose can extend the distance required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear shocks, rear brake hoses, rear wheel speed sensor, and rear half shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S32.

Recall Number:: 23V198000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: 23C09
Number of vehicles affected:: 19
Defect Description:: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Edge and Lincoln Nautilus vehicles. The child seat tether wire welds on the second-row left-side seat back frame may be insufficient, which can reduce the seat's ability to properly restrain a child during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Defect Consequence:: A child that is not properly restrained during a crash can have an increased risk of injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the left-side second-row seat back frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 11, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C09.

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 6 years / 70,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: unlimited years / unlimited miles

Lincoln Nautilus Owner Reviews

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Burgandy Velvet Royalty

Black Label Royalty, 08/21/2022

2022 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label 4dr SUV AWD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

I love this ride! it drives and handles like a dream and is more feature rich then anything out there, i mean 24 way heated and cooled massaging seats? Superbly comfy, and I don't even have to try that hard. And it is sooo reliable, I've always loved Lincolns, WAYYYY better than any Cadillac my sisters Escalade Platinum which was 0ver 120k new doesn't even compare and this isn't even the …

From MKX to Nautilus

CDub, 08/30/2023

2023 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label 4dr SUV AWD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

***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.

Great SUV

Alan, 05/15/2022

2022 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label 4dr SUV AWD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

I leased my first SUV last week. After being a sedan driver all my adult life, I made the jump to an SUV. I have no regrets. The V6 Nautilus handles as well as any sedan and rides as well as a sedan. My only regret...not moving to an SUV sooner. Great vehicle!

Luxury meets Performance provides Utility

Don P., 12/09/2023

2022 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label 4dr SUV AWD (2.7L 6cyl Turbo 8A)

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 …

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Lincoln Nautilus, so we've included reviews for other years of the Nautilus since its last redesign.

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2023 Nautilus Highlights

Trim:

Standard

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$44,825
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$210/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	37.2 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Nautilus models:

MyKey: Allows parents of teen drivers to program specific limitations to encourage safer driving.
Post Collision Braking: Brings the vehicle to a stop as soon as possible after a collision to avoid secondary impacts after airbags have deployed.
Evasive Steering Assist: Enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover15.5%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Good
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

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