2026 Lincoln Aviator Comparison
Luxury SUVs like the 2026 Lincoln Aviator remain one of the most sought-after vehicles across Greater Denver, as it stands out with a commanding blend of power, comfort and premium standard features. One drive is all it takes to feel the difference -- this is thoughtful craftsmanship and refined capability working in harmony.
To highlight what makes this new SUV exceptional, our Lincoln dealership in Englewood put together an Aviator comparison against three respected competitors: the Cadillac XT5, Audi Q7 and Volvo XC90. This Lincoln Aviator vs. XT5, Q7 and XC90 review reinforces what drivers quickly discover on their own -- true luxury is more than a badge, and Lincoln continues to define it on its own terms.
Compare 2026 Lincoln Aviator Specs & Performance
More everything. That's the mantra of the 2026 Lincoln Aviator, which is the rare new SUV in Colorado to back up its promise of indulgent performance. There is no low-powered base model here like the competing SUVs we're reviewing. With the Aviator, you get a standard twin-turbo V6 that doles out 400 horsepower and 415 pound-feet of torque with effortless ease.
As for the Cadillac and Volvo SUVs? Their entry-level powertrains are underpowered by comparison, unable to break even the 250-horsepower threshold. That's more than 150 less horsepower than the Aviator. And even the Volvo XC90, the second-most powerful option in this comparison with its still-meager 261 horsepower, is a world away from the muscular new Lincoln SUV. If you want power, if you want performance, if you want luxury, there is only one answer: Lincoln Aviator.
Winner: 2026 Lincoln Aviator
2026 Lincoln Aviator
- Standard Engine: 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6
- Standard Horsepower: 400
- Standard Torque (lb.-ft.): 415
- Standard Transmission: 10-speed automatic w/ SelectShift® capability
2026 Cadillac XT5
- Standard Engine: 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder
- Standard Horsepower: 235
- Standard Torque (lb.-ft.): 258
- Standard Transmission: 9-speed automatic
2026 Audi Q7
- Standard Engine: 2.0-liter TSFI®
- Standard Horsepower: 261
- Standard Torque (lb.-ft.): 273
- Standard Transmission: 8-speed Tiptronic® automatic
2026 Volvo XC90
- Standard Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder
- Standard Horsepower: 247
- Standard Torque (lb.-ft.): 258
- Standard Transmission: 8-speed Geartronic™ automatic
2026 Lincoln Aviator Technology Comparison
What is it about the new Aviator that is so captivating? Perhaps it's the elegant appointments. Maybe it's the world-class craftsmanship. For some, it's simply the long, long list of standard luxury features that cost extra on most other luxury SUVs.
A case in point is the exclusive Phone As A Key feature, which gives you control of several Aviator features from the palm of your hand. The standard PowerFold® third-row seat is a luxury that the other SUVs here can't match. The same goes for the 360-degree camera that is, like so many amenities in the Aviator, standard equipment.
Winner: 2026 Lincoln Aviator
2026 Lincoln Aviator
- Front Leg Room (in.): 43.0
- Phone As A Key: Standard
- PowerFold® third-row seat: Standard
- 360-Degree Camera: Standard
2026 Cadillac XT5
- Front Leg Room (in.): 41.2
- Phone As A Key: N/A
- PowerFold® third-row seat: N/A
- 360-Degree Camera: Available
2026 Audi Q7
- Front Leg Room (in.): 41.7
- Phone As A Key: N/A
- PowerFold® third-row seat: N/A
- 360-Degree Camera: Available
2026 Volvo XC90
- Front Leg Room (in.): 40.9
- Phone As A Key: N/A
- PowerFold® third-row seat: N/A
- 360-Degree Camera: Available
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To buy a 2026 Aviator nearby yourself, contact Landmark Lincoln. Our team can show you firsthand why driving a new Lincoln in Colorado is an excellent way to see the Centennial State. Our Aviator specials and savings opportunities await -- claim them today.
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