2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar vs 2025 Lincoln Nautilus

$61,500 · Crossover

$53,940 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the sleek 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and the spacious 2025 Lincoln Nautilus often boils down to budget versus prestige. The Velar starts at a higher MSRP of $61,500 compared to the Nautilus's $53,940, representing a $7,560 entry gap. While both offer 247 hp (Velar) versus 250 hp (Nautilus) from their standard engines, the Nautilus edges out the Velar slightly in efficiency with a 24 MPG combined rating versus the Velar's 23 MPG combined. Furthermore, practicality leans toward the Lincoln, boasting a significantly larger 36.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Velar's 30.9 cu ft. The Velar counters with a slightly shorter length at 188.9 inches, offering a different profile for city parking dilemmas, though both utilize AWD and an 8-speed automatic.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Nautilus is the winner for commuters due to its slightly better 24 MPG combined fuel economy and lower starting price.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Lincoln Nautilus is better suited for families as it offers substantially more storage with 36.4 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Velar's 30.9 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar

The Range Rover Velar is the pick for enthusiasts based on brand perception and its slightly lower 269 lb-ft torque figure compared to the Nautilus's 280 lb-ft, suggesting a potentially different driving feel, though power figures are close.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The Nautilus provides superior value, offering 250 hp and superior cargo space for $7,560 less than the Velar's entry price.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Velar if...

You prioritize the iconic design and badge prestige associated with the Range Rover brand.
You prefer a marginally shorter vehicle, with the Velar measuring 188.9 inches in length.
You don't mind using premium unleaded fuel for its standard 247 hp output.

Choose the Lincoln Nautilus if...

You need maximum utility, as the Nautilus provides 36.4 cubic feet of cargo room.
Budget is a major concern, given the $7,560 lower starting MSRP of $53,940.
You are looking for marginally better fuel economy, achieving 29 MPG on the highway.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Range Rover Velar	Lincoln Nautilus
Length	188.9"	193.2"
Width	-	76.9"
Height	66.3"	68.2"
Wheelbase	113.0"	114.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
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
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 Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	247 hp @ 5000 rpm	250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 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	Land Rover	Lincoln
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/26 MPG	21/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	475.2/561.6 mi.	420.0/580.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	21.6 gal.	20.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	11.4 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	—
Speaker System	11	10
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Front Head Room	38.2 in.	39.6 in.
Front Leg Room	40.3 in.	43.5 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	2-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
Front Shoulder Room	—	58.9 in.
Front Hip Room	—	56.8 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Cooling	—	✓
Passenger Seat Cooling	—	✓
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	39.8 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.2 in.	43.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	58.0 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	56.3 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	19 in	19 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Tire Size	—	P255/60R19

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and 2025 Lincoln Nautilus.

What is the primary difference in physical size between the 2025 Velar and Nautilus?

The Lincoln Nautilus is the larger vehicle overall, measuring 193.2 inches long and 68.2 inches high. The Velar is slightly shorter at 188.9 inches long and less tall at 66.3 inches, which might make it easier to maneuver in tight city environments.

How significant is the difference in power and torque between these two crossovers?

The difference is negligible on paper; the Velar produces 247 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, while the Nautilus offers 250 hp and 280 lb-ft of torque. Both use an 8-speed automatic transmission and come standard with AWD.

Is the Range Rover Velar much less fuel-efficient than the Nautilus?

Yes, slightly; the Velar achieves a combined 23 MPG (22 city/26 highway), whereas the Nautilus edges it out with a combined 24 MPG (21 city/29 highway). Both recommend premium unleaded fuel.

If I frequently carry luggage, which vehicle offers better storage?

The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus is the clear winner for cargo, offering 36.4 cubic feet of space. The Range Rover Velar provides 30.9 cubic feet, a noticeable difference when packing for family trips.