2025 GMC Yukon vs 2025 Lincoln Nautilus

$66,900 · SUV

$53,940 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 GMC Yukon launches into the arena packing serious muscle, boasting 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque, ready to tackle heavy hauls with its commanding 210.1-inch length. This brute-force approach contrasts sharply with the sophisticated, efficiency-focused 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, which offers a more accessible entry point at an MSRP of $53,940 compared to the Yukon's $66,900. While the Yukon burns regular unleaded, the Nautilus sips premium while delivering a robust 24 MPG combined, a substantial 7 MPG advantage over the Yukon's 17 MPG combined rating. Furthermore, the Nautilus’s 36.4 cu ft of cargo space dwarfs the Yukon’s 25.5 cu ft, despite the Yukon having a massive 105 hp advantage, making the comparison a classic battle between raw power and smart practicality.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Lincoln Nautilus wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy, achieving 24 MPG combined versus the Yukon's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Nautilus provides significantly more usable space, offering 36.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Yukon's 25.5 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 GMC Yukon

Enthusiasts will favor the Yukon for its substantial power advantage, delivering 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Nautilus presents better immediate value, carrying a $12,960 lower starting MSRP than the GMC Yukon.

Choose the GMC Yukon if...

You prioritize maximum towing and payload capacity, relying on the 355 hp engine.
You need the sheer presence and road presence provided by the Yukon's 210.1-inch length.
You prefer using standard regular unleaded fuel rather than premium recommended by Car 2.

Choose the Lincoln Nautilus if...

Maximizing fuel savings is critical, leveraging the 7 MPG advantage (24 MPG combined).
You require more practical storage, benefiting from the 36.4 cu ft of standard cargo space.
You want AWD capability standard for varied weather conditions.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	GMC Yukon	Lincoln Nautilus
Length	210.1"	193.2"
Width	81.0"	76.9"
Height	76.5"	68.2"
Wheelbase	121.0"	114.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	—
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	5.3 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5600 rpm	250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Overhead valves (OHV)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	21/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	360.0/480.0 mi.	420.0/580.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	24.0 gal.	20.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	16.8 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	10	10
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Front Head Room	42.3 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	43.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.5 in.	58.9 in.
Front Hip Room	61.5 in.	56.8 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Driver Seat Cooling	—	✓
Passenger Seat Cooling	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	39.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.0 in.	43.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	64.7 in.	58.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	61.3 in.	56.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/60R20	P255/60R19
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	—
Wheel Diameter	—	19 in

Suspension

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	—
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	GMC	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 GMC Yukon and 2025 Lincoln Nautilus.

Which SUV is more powerful for merging onto highways?

The 2025 GMC Yukon is significantly more potent, producing 355 horsepower, which is 105 hp more than the Nautilus's 250 horsepower. This power difference translates to more authoritative acceleration and passing ability.

How much more expensive is the 2025 GMC Yukon than the Lincoln Nautilus?

The GMC Yukon carries a substantial cost penalty, starting at $66,900 MSRP, which is exactly $12,960 more expensive than the Nautilus's starting price of $53,940.

Does the smaller Nautilus offer better utility than the large Yukon?

Surprisingly, yes, in terms of enclosed storage; the Nautilus provides 36.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, while the larger Yukon only offers 25.5 cubic feet behind its rearmost seats.

Which vehicle is more economical for a long daily commute?

The Lincoln Nautilus is the clear winner for efficiency, delivering 24 MPG combined, substantially beating the Yukon’s 17 MPG combined figure, saving money on fuel costs immediately.

What is the primary difference in their drivetrain setups?

The Yukon comes standard with a rear-wheel-drive setup mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission, whereas the Nautilus utilizes an all-wheel-drive system paired with an 8-speed automatic.

Do both vehicles require premium gasoline?

No, the GMC Yukon operates efficiently on regular unleaded fuel. The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus recommends premium unleaded, which can add to long-term running costs.