2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe vs 2026 Lincoln Nautilus

$60,490 · Crossover

$53,995 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is an electrifying powerhouse built for adventure, boasting an aggressive 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque for serious trail capability. Contrast this with the serene elegance of the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus, which emphasizes refined cruising comfort with its 250 hp output. The Jeep delivers sheer muscle, capable of brief electric-only hops totaling 26 miles, though its combined 23 MPG is thirstier than the Nautilus's 24 combined MPG. Conversely, the Lincoln maintains efficiency with its superior 29 highway MPG rating, though it strictly requires premium fuel. Priced at $60,490, the Jeep demands a $6,495 premium over the Lincoln's $53,995 entry point. Despite the cost, the 4xe's rugged 70.8-inch height and standard 4WD appeal to the uncompromising off-roader, while the Nautilus offers a slightly lower profile at 68.2 inches for streamlined daily driving.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Lincoln Nautilus

The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus offers better highway fuel economy at 29 MPG and a lower initial MSRP of $53,995, making daily driving more economical.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Lincoln Nautilus

The Lincoln Nautilus is more affordable and possesses a slightly lower overall height, contributing to an easier-to-manage daily family cruiser.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe unleashes significantly more performance with 375 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque compared to the Nautilus’s 250 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 Lincoln Nautilus

The Lincoln Nautilus provides a $6,495 lower starting price while offering respectable efficiency and the necessary AWD capability.

Choose the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe if...

You require serious capability with 470 lb-ft of torque and standard four-wheel drive.
You want the immediate benefit of 26 miles of electric range for short trips before resorting to gasoline.
You prioritize maximum on-demand power, knowing the Jeep produces 125 more horsepower than the Nautilus.

Choose the Lincoln Nautilus if...

Your budget is tighter, as the Nautilus starts $6,495 less expensive than the Jeep.
You prioritize highway cruising efficiency, achieving 29 MPG versus the Jeep's 24 MPG.
You prefer a slightly smaller footprint, as the Nautilus is 0.3 inches shorter in length and 2 inches lower in height.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe	Lincoln Nautilus
Length	193.5"	193.2"
Width	77.5"	76.9"
Height	70.8"	68.2"
Wheelbase	116.7"	114.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	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	✓	✓
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
Brake Drying	✓	—
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	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	gas
Horsepower	375 hp @ 5250 rpm	250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	470 lb-ft @ 5250 rpm	280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Hi-Lo	—
Locking Hubs	Automatic	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	23/24 MPG	21/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	437.0/456.0 mi.	420.0/580.0 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	57/56 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	56 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	26 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	58	—
Charging Time (240V)	3.4 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.0 gal.	20.0 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	506W	—
Speaker System	9	10
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Front Head Room	39.9 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	43.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.2 in.	58.9 in.
Front Hip Room	57.4 in.	56.8 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
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
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way

Rearseats

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	39.4 in.	39.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.2 in.	43.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.0 in.	58.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.3 in.	56.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/60R18	P255/60R19
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	—
Wheel Diameter	—	19 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and 2026 Lincoln Nautilus.

What is the main performance difference between the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?

The Jeep 4xe is significantly more potent, generating 375 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque, allowing for much faster acceleration and off-road capability compared to the Nautilus's 250 horsepower.

How does the fuel economy compare between these two crossovers?

The Nautilus is slightly better overall with a 24 combined MPG rating versus the Jeep's 23 combined MPG, although the Jeep offers an electric range of 26 miles before engaging the gasoline engine.

Which vehicle is significantly more expensive to purchase upfront?

The 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe carries an MSRP of $60,490, making it $6,495 more expensive than the 2026 Lincoln Nautilus, which starts at $53,995.

Are there differences in required fuel types that affect long-term running costs?

Yes, the Jeep uses regular unleaded gasoline, whereas the Lincoln recommends premium unleaded, which typically costs more per gallon.

How do the dimensions affect cargo space and overall presence?

The Jeep is taller at 70.8 inches and offers marginally more cargo room at 37.7 cu ft, compared to the Nautilus's 68.2-inch height and 36.4 cu ft of storage.