2022 Lincoln Aviator review

1. Eye-catching design

Want to impress clients, family members, and friends? With its distinctive good looks, the Lincoln Aviator will turn heads wherever you take it, from the executive parking lot to the carpool pickup line. Shop for a 2022 Aviator with the available Monochromatic Package, which offers striking exterior body colors like Infinite Black Metallic, Pristine White Metallic Tri-coat, and Asher Gray Metallic. With available exterior accents like a body-color-painted grille with chrome surround, body-color-painted side-view mirror caps, and 22-inch black aluminum wheels, this luxury SUV exudes sleek and timeless style.

2. Luxurious interior

With the 2022 Lincoln Aviator, the luxury doesn't stop at the exterior. The SUV's lavish interior features chrome, leather, and matte-wood finishes, as well as glossy black trim throughout. The padded dashboard is soft to the touch, and the fully lined glove box and center armrest bin add to the cabin's classy vibe. The center console is nicely finished, with padded sides and chrome highlights. And you'll love the plush, supportive seats in a quiet cabin that minimizes the noise of the outside world, allowing you to relax and enjoy a premium SUV experience.

3. Two powerful engine options

Looking for some power in your luxury SUV? The 2022 Lincoln Aviator boasts strong acceleration with both available engine options. The Standard, Reserve, and Black Label trims have a 3.0L turbocharged V6 engine that makes 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. Or you can opt for the Grand Touring trim or Grand Touring Black Label trim to get a 3.0L turbocharged V6 plug-in hybrid powertrain that makes 494 hp and 630 lb-ft of torque. Rear-wheel drive is standard on gas models, while all-wheel drive is standard on hybrid models and available on gas models. Plus, you can tailor your trip with five unique drive modes: Normal, Conserve, Excite, Slippery, and Deep Conditions, along with two more on plug-in hybrid models—Preserve EV to save stored energy for later use, and Pure EV for a fully electric drive.

4. Plenty of tech features

The 2022 Lincoln Aviator may be a midsize SUV, but there's nothing midsize about its tech offerings. Standard base-trim features include a 10.1-inch infotainment touchscreen, Apple CarPlay^® and Android Auto^™ connectivity, and an available Wi-Fi hotspot.

The infotainment screen features large text and virtual buttons that make the system simple to navigate. One step up from the base trim, Reserve models include a wireless smartphone charging pad as well as a 14-speaker Revel® sound system for an immersive audio experience.

5. Advanced driver aids

Want to enhance your confidence behind the wheel? The 2022 Lincoln Aviator has plenty of driver aids for your peace of mind. Standard features in the Lincoln Co-Pilot360™ driver-assistance suite include blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic warning, lane keeping assist, forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection. Looking for more? The Reserve and higher trims have the Co-Pilot360 Plus suite, which includes adaptive cruise control as well as a backup camera with an overhead view to make parking a cinch.