2025 Lincoln Aviator vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery

$59,295 · Crossover

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between two premium three-row SUVs, the 2025 Lincoln Aviator and the 2026 Land Rover Discovery, often comes down to prioritizing raw power versus all-weather capability. If spirited driving matters, the Aviator takes a commanding lead with 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque, a significant 104 hp advantage over the Discovery's 296 hp. However, daily running costs show slight variations; the Aviator achieves 21 MPG combined while running on recommended premium fuel, just nudging ahead of the Discovery's 20 MPG combined (which strictly requires premium). Pricewise, the Aviator starts slightly lower at $59,295 versus the Discovery's $60,200. While the Aviator is nearly 4.6 inches longer at 199.7 inches, the Discovery offers greater vertical height at 74.3 inches. These metrics point toward distinct priorities for each luxury crossover.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Lincoln Aviator's slightly better combined fuel economy of 21 MPG makes it marginally more efficient for the daily drive.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The 2026 Land Rover Discovery offers standard four-wheel drive and greater overall height (74.3 inches), suggesting superior utility in varied conditions.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Aviator delivers significantly more performance with 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque compared to the Discovery's output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Aviator

The Lincoln Aviator offers substantially more power for a starting MSRP that is $905 less than the Land Rover Discovery.

Choose the Lincoln Aviator if...

You prioritize acceleration and responsive driving, benefiting from 400 horsepower.
You want to save slightly on the initial purchase, as the MSRP starts at $59,295.
You prefer the extended length of 199.7 inches for potentially more interior space relative to length.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

Standard, non-negotiable four-wheel drive capability is a necessity for your climate.
You need the maximum possible vertical clearance, as the Discovery stands 74.3 inches tall.
You prefer a vehicle that mandates premium fuel usage, potentially simplifying future maintenance decisions.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lincoln Aviator	Land Rover Discovery
Length	199.7"	195.1"
Width	79.6"	-
Height	69.2"	74.3"
Wheelbase	119.1"	115.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lincoln	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention 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 Solid 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	2	3
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lincoln	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	400 hp	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	415 lb-ft	295 lb-ft @ 1500 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	Lincoln	Land Rover
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Lincoln	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	18/25 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	363.6/505.0 mi.	452.2/547.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	20.2 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Lincoln	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors with Side Sensing	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lincoln	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	13.2 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	10	11
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Rear Volume Controls	✓	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Lincoln	Land Rover
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	43.0 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.5 in.	—
Front Hip Room	58.5 in.	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	10-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-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: Leather	—	✓
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Lincoln	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.4 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.2 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.3 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	58.3 in.	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lincoln	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	20 in.
Tire Type	All Season	All Terrain
Tire Size	255/55R20	—
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lincoln Aviator and 2026 Land Rover Discovery.

What is the primary difference in performance between the 2025 Lincoln Aviator and the 2026 Land Rover Discovery?

The 2025 Lincoln Aviator is the clear performance leader, boasting 400 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque. This provides a substantial 104 horsepower advantage over the 2026 Land Rover Discovery, which produces 296 hp.

Does one of these crossovers come standard with AWD, and how does fuel economy compare?

Yes, the 2026 Land Rover Discovery comes standard with four-wheel drive, while the Aviator uses rear-wheel drive as its base. In terms of efficiency, the Aviator achieves a slightly better combined 21 MPG versus the Discovery's 20 MPG.

How do the starting prices for the base models compare?

The 2025 Lincoln Aviator has a marginally lower entry price at $59,295. The 2026 Land Rover Discovery starts at $60,200, making it about $905 more expensive for the base trim.

Are there significant differences in size that impact usability?

The Lincoln Aviator is nearly 4.6 inches longer (199.7 inches vs 195.1 inches), which might translate to different cargo dynamics behind the third row (Aviator's 19.2 cu ft). Conversely, the Discovery is significantly taller at 74.3 inches.

Do both vehicles require the same type of gasoline?

Both premium models generally favor higher octane fuel, but the Lincoln Aviator specifies premium unleaded as recommended. The Land Rover Discovery explicitly requires premium unleaded for optimal operation.

Which vehicle uses a transmission with more gears?

The 2025 Lincoln Aviator utilizes a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission, offering two more forward gears than the 2026 Land Rover Discovery's 8-speed automatic.