2025 Jeep Wagoneer L vs 2025 Lincoln Nautilus

$62,945 · SUV

$53,940 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant disparity between the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L and the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus is the $9,045 difference in base MSRP, with the Wagoneer L starting at $62,945 versus the Nautilus's $53,940. This price gap reflects substantial performance differences; the Wagoneer L delivers 420 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque, significantly outmuscling the Nautilus's 250 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque. However, the Nautilus counters with superior fuel economy, achieving 24 combined MPG compared to the Wagoneer L's 20 combined MPG. In physical scale, the Wagoneer L is substantially larger at 226.7 inches in length, offering 42.1 cubic feet of cargo capacity, while the Nautilus is dimensionally smaller at 193.2 inches long and offers 36.4 cubic feet of space. Furthermore, the Wagoneer L requires regular unleaded fuel, while the Nautilus recommends premium unleaded.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Lincoln Nautilus is the preferred commuter vehicle due to its superior fuel economy, achieving 24 combined MPG versus the Wagoneer L's 20 combined MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Jeep Wagoneer L

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L provides significantly more physical space, boasting 42.1 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Nautilus's 36.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Wagoneer L

The Wagoneer L clearly caters to enthusiasts with substantially higher output, offering 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Lincoln Nautilus presents better initial value, with an MSRP that is $9,045 less than the Wagoneer L while still offering AWD capability.

Choose the Jeep Wagoneer L if...

Maximum towing and hauling power is required, as evidenced by its 420 hp output.
The largest possible interior volume is needed, offering 42.1 cu ft of dedicated cargo space.
Operating strictly on regular unleaded fuel is a requirement, unlike the Nautilus which recommends premium.

Choose the Lincoln Nautilus if...

Lower running costs are a priority, with a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG versus 20 MPG.
A lower entry price is essential, saving $9,045 at the starting MSRP of $53,940.
Maneuverability in urban settings is favored due to its shorter 193.2-inch length.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Wagoneer L	Lincoln Nautilus
Length	226.7"	193.2"
Width	83.6"	76.9"
Height	79.6"	68.2"
Wheelbase	130.0"	114.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	—
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	420 hp @ 5200 rpm	250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	468 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm	280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	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	rear wheel drive	all wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/24 MPG	21/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	518.5/732.0 mi.	420.0/580.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	30.5 gal.	20.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Adjustable Pedals	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Driver Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette 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	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Alpine Speakers	✓	—
Speaker System	9	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	6 months	3 months
Subwoofer Count	—	1

Power Feature

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Front Head Room	41.3 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	43.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	66.1 in.	58.9 in.
Front Hip Room	63.4 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
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Driver Seat Cooling	—	✓
Passenger Seat Cooling	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	39.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.7 in.	43.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	65.2 in.	58.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	63.0 in.	56.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Third Row Seats Folds Into Floor	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Jeep	Lincoln
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/55R20	P255/60R19
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
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.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L and 2025 Lincoln Nautilus.

What is the specific powertrain difference in terms of output?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L produces 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque, making it significantly more powerful than the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, which is rated at 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque.

How much more fuel-efficient is the Nautilus compared to the Wagoneer L?

The Lincoln Nautilus achieves 24 combined MPG (21 city/29 highway), which is exactly 4 MPG better than the Jeep Wagoneer L's combined rating of 20 MPG (17 city/24 highway).

Which vehicle is larger, and what is the resulting cargo difference?

The Wagoneer L is substantially larger, measuring 226.7 inches long compared to the Nautilus's 193.2 inches. This results in 42.1 cu ft of cargo space for the Jeep versus 36.4 cu ft for the Lincoln.

Does the price difference ($9,045) align with the horsepower disparity (170 hp)?

Yes, the higher price of the Wagoneer L ($62,945) directly correlates with its 170 hp advantage over the Nautilus ($53,940), reflecting a premium for substantially increased performance metrics.

What are the differences in drivetrain configuration?

The base 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L features rear-wheel drive, while the base 2025 Lincoln Nautilus comes standard with all-wheel drive, which may affect traction in varying road conditions.

Do these vehicles use the same type of gasoline?

No, the Wagoneer L utilizes regular unleaded fuel. Conversely, the Lincoln Nautilus specifies that premium unleaded is recommended for optimal operation.