2025 INFINITI QX60 vs 2025 Lincoln Aviator

$50,200 · Crossover

$59,295 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Trying to decide between the 2025 INFINITI QX60 and the 2025 Lincoln Aviator often boils down to balancing luxury wants against budget realities. The QX60 starts at a significantly lower MSRP of $50,200, undercutting the Aviator’s $59,295 starting price by $9,095 right out of the gate. However, that premium buys a substantial performance upgrade in the Aviator, boasting 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque compared to the QX60’s 268 hp and 286 lb-ft. While the Lincoln offers more capability, the QX60 retains a slight edge in efficiency, achieving 24 MPG combined versus the Aviator's 21 MPG combined. Furthermore, the Aviator provides more usable space, featuring 19.2 cu ft of cargo capacity against the QX60’s 14.5 cu ft. This comparison pits attainable luxury and solid efficiency against raw power and superior space.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 INFINITI QX60

The QX60 is the better commuter choice due to its superior fuel economy, achieving 28 MPG highway versus the Aviator's 25 MPG highway.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Aviator is superior for families needing space, offering 19.2 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the QX60's 14.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Aviator

Enthusiasts will strongly prefer the Lincoln Aviator due to its massive 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque output.

💰 Best Value

2025 INFINITI QX60

The QX60 offers a much better value proposition, saving buyers $9,095 while still delivering a respectable 268 hp.

Choose the INFINITI QX60 if...

You want to save nearly $9,100 on the initial purchase price compared to the Aviator.
Your daily driving prioritizes efficiency, benefiting from the QX60's 24 MPG combined rating.
You prefer a front-wheel-drive platform standard for predictable commuting stability.

Choose the Lincoln Aviator if...

Maximum power is essential, as the Aviator delivers 132 more horsepower (400 hp total).
You require more cargo room, as the Aviator provides 19.2 cu ft versus 14.5 cu ft in the QX60.
You prefer the handling dynamics associated with a standard rear-wheel-drive setup.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	INFINITI QX60	Lincoln Aviator
Length	198.2"	199.7"
Width	-	79.6"
Height	69.7"	69.2"
Wheelbase	114.2"	119.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear 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 Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	268 hp @ 5600 rpm	400 hp
Torque	286 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm	415 lb-ft
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	rear wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	18/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	363.6/505.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	—	20.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	13.2 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	9	10
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Rear Volume Controls	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Front Head Room	40.8 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	42.1 in.	43.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.6 in.	61.5 in.
Front Hip Room	58.8 in.	58.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-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	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	38.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	59.7 in.	61.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.7 in.	58.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	255/60R18	255/55R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	INFINITI	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 60000 mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 INFINITI QX60 and 2025 Lincoln Aviator.

How much more powerful is the Lincoln Aviator than the QX60?

The 2025 Lincoln Aviator boasts a significant power advantage, generating 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. This dramatically surpasses the 2025 INFINITI QX60, which produces 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque, resulting in a 132 hp difference.

Does the price difference reflect a major difference in size?

The price difference of $9,095 mainly reflects the performance gap, though the Aviator is slightly larger overall at 199.7 inches long versus the QX60's 198.2 inches. More importantly for families, the Aviator offers 19.2 cu ft of cargo space, which is notably more than the QX60's 14.5 cu ft.

Which vehicle uses less expensive fuel?

While both require premium unleaded fuel, the INFINITI QX60 is listed as requiring it, whereas the Lincoln Aviator recommends it. Additionally, the QX60 is more efficient, achieving 24 MPG combined compared to the Aviator's 21 MPG combined.

Are there significant differences in drivetrains between the two crossovers?

Yes, the vehicles employ different standard drive layouts; the QX60 comes standard with front-wheel drive, paired with a 9-speed automatic. In contrast, the Aviator utilizes a standard rear-wheel-drive configuration paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission.

If I'm focused purely on budget, which crossover should I look at first?

If the budget is the primary constraint, the 2025 INFINITI QX60 is the clear starting point with an MSRP of $50,200. This undercuts the Lincoln Aviator's starting price of $59,295 by a significant margin of $9,095.