What is the Lincoln Nautilus?
The Nautilus is a two-row luxury SUV in Lincoln’s range. Its raised driving position and flexible cabin suit everyday family use and longer journeys. The name arrived for 2019 when Lincoln recast the MKX, and the SUV has been sold in the United States and Canada across two generations.
The latest Nautilus brings technology into the cabin with a panoramic dashboard display and a redesigned interior, carrying Lincoln’s emphasis on a quiet, carefully finished setting.
Generations, engines and power
The first generation ran from 2019 to 2023. It carried forward the MKX’s place in the range under the Nautilus name, with petrol engines spanning 2.0 L to 2.7 L.
The second generation began in 2024 with a substantially reworked design and cabin, and added a hybrid powertrain alongside petrol options. Across the model’s listed range, engine sizes run from 2.0 L to 2.7 L; power varies by version.
Fuel consumption and CO₂
In the United States, the best combined EPA rating is 30 MPG, and the lowest listed consumption is 7.8 L/100 km. Canada’s lowest listed figure is 7.7 L/100 km under NRCan’s 5-cycle test. EPA and NRCan use different procedures, so these results are not directly comparable. The US range includes petrol and hybrid versions; the Canadian range includes petrol versions.
Where is the Nautilus sold?
The Nautilus has been sold in the United States and Canada. The first generation was also offered in Europe. Its second generation brought a redesigned cabin and hybrid availability.
Questions and answers
When did the Lincoln Nautilus name begin?
The Nautilus name began in 2019, replacing the MKX name.
How many generations does the Nautilus have?
It has two: the first ran from 2019 to 2023, and the second began in 2024.
Does the Nautilus have a hybrid version?
Yes. The second generation, beginning in 2024, added a hybrid powertrain.
What is the best combined EPA rating for the Nautilus?
The best listed combined EPA rating is 30 MPG.
