Is the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B6.5/10
The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve is ideal for luxury SUV enthusiasts seeking comfort over performance.
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Pros
- Luxurious interior
- Smooth ride quality
- Spacious seating
Cons
- Average fuel economy
- Infotainment system can be finicky
- Limited cargo space for class
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy
21 mpg
Maintenance cost
$1,500/yr
Expected lifespan
200,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Sync infotainment glitches
- Transmission shift hesitation
- Minor electrical issues
CarsJudge exclusive data
Active recalls (6)
The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus has 6 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Back Over Prevention — Software (campaign 26V165000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Exterior Lighting — Lighting Control Module — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang Mach E, and Mustang vehicles. The LED Driver Modules may contain a burnt diode, which can cause the low-beam and high-beam headlights, daytime…
- Visibility — Power Window Devices And Controls — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 24V953. The window automatic reversal system may not react correctly after detecting an obstr…
- Engine And Engine Cooling — Exhaust System — Emission Control — Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, r…
- Back Over Prevention — Software — Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Lincoln Navigator, 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2025 Lincoln Aviator and Explorer vehicles. The Image Processing Module A (IPMA) may experience multiple unexpected …
Recall data: NHTSA. Owner costs & MPG: anonymized aggregates from CarsJudge users who track this vehicle. Updated 2026-07-05.
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