2025 Lincoln Nautilus vs 2026 Chevrolet Suburban

$53,940 · Crossover

$63,400 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus (Car 1) and the 2026 Chevrolet Suburban (Car 2) is the power output, with the Suburban delivering 355 hp against the Nautilus's 250 hp, a 105 hp advantage. This performance gap is reflected in fuel economy, where the Nautilus achieves 24 combined MPG compared to the Suburban's 17 combined MPG, a 7 MPG differential favoring the Lincoln, despite both being luxury utility vehicles. The Suburban is substantially larger, measuring 226.3 inches long compared to the Nautilus’s 193.2 inches, and offers superior cargo volume at 41.5 cu ft versus 36.4 cu ft. However, the Nautilus has a lower MSRP of $53,940 versus the Suburban's $63,400, resulting in a $9,460 upfront cost savings for the smaller crossover. The Suburban boasts higher torque (383 lb-ft vs 280 lb-ft) and a 10-speed automatic transmission, while the Nautilus requires premium fuel.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus wins for commuters due to its superior fuel efficiency of 24 combined MPG versus the Suburban's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Chevrolet Suburban

The 2026 Chevrolet Suburban is superior for families because it provides a significantly larger cargo capacity of 41.5 cu ft compared to the Nautilus's 36.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Chevrolet Suburban

Enthusiasts will favor the 2026 Suburban due to its substantially higher power output of 355 hp and greater torque output of 383 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Nautilus

The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus offers better value by costing $9,460 less upfront while still providing all-wheel drive capability.

Choose the Lincoln Nautilus if...

Fuel economy is paramount, evidenced by the Nautilus achieving 29 MPG highway versus the Suburban's 20 MPG highway.
The buyer requires an AWD drivetrain setup, as the standard Suburban model is rear-wheel drive.
Keeping the initial purchase price under $54,000 is a priority, with the Nautilus MSRP starting at $53,940.

Choose the Chevrolet Suburban if...

Maximum towing/hauling capability is required, supported by the Suburban's superior 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque.
Space efficiency is critical, as the Suburban offers 41.5 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Nautilus's 36.4 cu ft.
The driver prefers to use regular unleaded fuel instead of the Nautilus's recommended premium unleaded fuel.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lincoln Nautilus	Chevrolet Suburban
Length	193.2"	226.3"
Width	76.9"	81.1"
Height	68.2"	75.6"
Wheelbase	114.2"	134.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	5.3 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V8
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	250 hp @ 5500 rpm	355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Overhead valves (OHV)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	21/29 MPG	15/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	420.0/580.0 mi.	420.0/560.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	20.0 gal.	28.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
Push Button Start	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	✓	—
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	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	10	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Infotainment Display	—	17.7 in
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
Front Head Room	39.6 in.	42.3 in.
Front Leg Room	43.5 in.	44.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	58.9 in.	65.6 in.
Front Hip Room	56.8 in.	61.5 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	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	6-way	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	2-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	—
Driver Seat Cooling	✓	—
Passenger Seat Cooling	✓	—
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Seat Material: Premium Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
Rear Head Room	39.8 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	43.1 in.	42.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.0 in.	64.6 in.
Rear Hip Room	56.3 in.	61.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	19 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P255/60R19	265/65R18
Wheel Size	—	18 x 8.5 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Lincoln	Chevrolet
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus and 2026 Chevrolet Suburban.

What is the practical impact of the size difference between these two vehicles?

The 2026 Chevrolet Suburban is significantly larger, measuring 226.3 inches in length compared to the 2025 Lincoln Nautilus's 193.2 inches. This difference results in the Suburban offering 41.5 cu ft of cargo space versus the Nautilus’s 36.4 cu ft.

How does the drivetrain configuration differ between the Nautilus and the Suburban?

The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus comes standard with All-Wheel Drive (AWD). In contrast, the standard 2026 Chevrolet Suburban model reviewed here utilizes a Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) configuration.

Is the higher price of the Suburban justified by its performance metrics?

The Suburban costs $63,400, which is $9,460 more than the Nautilus, but it produces 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque, substantially exceeding the Nautilus's 250 hp and 280 lb-ft.

Which vehicle is cheaper to run daily based on fuel requirements?

The Lincoln Nautilus is generally cheaper to operate due to its 24 combined MPG rating, compared to the Suburban's 17 combined MPG. Furthermore, the Nautilus requires premium fuel, whereas the Suburban runs on less expensive regular unleaded.

How does the Suburban's transmission compare to the Nautilus's?

The 2026 Chevrolet Suburban utilizes a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission. The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus employs an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.