2025 Jeep Wagoneer vs 2025 Lincoln Nautilus

$59,945 · SUV

$53,940 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The comparison between the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer and the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus reveals fundamental differences in capability and efficiency, starting with the 170 horsepower gap: the Wagoneer delivers 420 hp compared to the Nautilus’s 250 hp. This power advantage is paired with significantly larger dimensions, as the Wagoneer measures 214.7 inches long against the Nautilus’s 193.2 inches. Financially, the Wagoneer starts at an MSRP of $59,945, which is $6,005 more than the Nautilus's $53,940 entry price. Fuel economy heavily favors the Nautilus, achieving 24 MPG combined (vs. 20 MPG combined for the Wagoneer), thanks partly to the Nautilus’s superior city efficiency of 21 MPG versus the Wagoneer's 17 MPG. Conversely, the Wagoneer offers 468 lb-ft of torque to pull heavy loads, while the Nautilus provides better utility with 36.4 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Wagoneer's 27.4 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

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

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Nautilus offers superior inherent utility with 36.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Wagoneer's 27.4 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Wagoneer

The Jeep Wagoneer is the clear choice for power enthusiasts, boasting 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Nautilus provides a better value proposition, starting $6,005 cheaper while offering better standard fuel efficiency.

Choose the Jeep Wagoneer if...

Maximum raw power is required, evidenced by its 420 hp engine.
Towing or heavy hauling is a priority, supported by 468 lb-ft of torque.
A physically larger presence is desired, as its 214.7-inch length exceeds the Nautilus by over 21 inches.

Choose the Lincoln Nautilus if...

Fuel savings are critical, as it achieves 24 MPG combined versus the Wagoneer's 20 MPG combined.
Parking and maneuvering are easier due to its smaller footprint (e.g., 193.2 inches long).
The entry price must remain below $55,000, with an MSRP of $53,940.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Wagoneer	Lincoln Nautilus
Length	214.7"	193.2"
Width	83.6"	76.9"
Height	75.6"	68.2"
Wheelbase	123.0"	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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
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)	450.5/636.0 mi.	420.0/580.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	26.5 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	✓	✓
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 and 2025 Lincoln Nautilus.

How much more powerful is the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer than the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer holds a significant power advantage, producing 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque. This is 170 more horsepower and 188 more lb-ft of torque than the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus, which is rated at 250 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque.

Which vehicle offers better interior utility based on cargo volume?

The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus is the more practical option for hauling gear, offering 36.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity. The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer provides substantially less space at 27.4 cubic feet.

What is the starting price difference between the two SUVs?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer has a higher starting MSRP of $59,945. The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus is priced $6,005 lower, starting at $53,940.

Is the Wagoneer or the Nautilus more fuel-efficient for daily driving?

The Nautilus is significantly more fuel-efficient, achieving 24 MPG combined compared to the Wagoneer’s 20 MPG combined. Specifically, the Nautilus gets 29 MPG highway, while the Wagoneer only manages 24 MPG highway.

Do both vehicles use the same type of fuel?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer runs on regular unleaded fuel. Conversely, the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus recommends premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance, despite its lower overall power output.

Are there significant differences in vehicle footprint that affect parking?

Yes, the Jeep Wagoneer is substantially larger, measuring 214.7 inches in length and 75.6 inches in height. The Lincoln Nautilus is more compact at 193.2 inches long and 68.2 inches high, which generally aids in urban maneuvering.