2025 Lincoln Navigator vs 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS

$99,995 · SUV

$90,250 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Lincoln Navigator and the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS is the 4 MPG difference in combined fuel economy, with the GLS achieving 21 MPG versus the Navigator's 17 MPG. This efficiency gap is notable considering the Navigator delivers a substantial 65 horsepower advantage, boasting 440 hp compared to the GLS's 375 hp, alongside 141 lb-ft more torque (510 lb-ft vs. 369 lb-ft). Price positioning is also distinct; the Navigator starts at $99,995, exceeding the GLS's $90,250 MSRP by $9,745. Furthermore, the Navigator offers superior utility, evidenced by its 22.9 cu ft of cargo capacity, considerably larger than the GLS's 17.4 cu ft. While the Navigator is 5.0 inches longer at 210.0 inches, the GLS undercuts it significantly in height by 6.2 inches (78.0 in vs. 71.8 in).

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS

The Mercedes-Benz GLS wins for commuters due to its superior 21 MPG combined efficiency versus the Navigator's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Navigator

The Lincoln Navigator offers a larger usable space with 22.9 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the GLS's 17.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Navigator

Enthusiasts will prefer the Navigator due to its commanding 440 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque, significantly outpacing the GLS.

💰 Best Value

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS

The Mercedes-Benz GLS offers a lower entry price point at $90,250 and better fuel economy (21 MPG combined).

Choose the Lincoln Navigator if...

Maximum towing and acceleration performance are priorities, evidenced by 440 hp and 510 lb-ft of torque.
A higher volume of secured storage is required, as the Navigator provides 22.9 cu ft of cargo capacity.
A preference exists for using regular unleaded fuel instead of premium requirements.

Choose the Mercedes-Benz GLS if...

Fuel efficiency is paramount, with the GLS delivering 21 MPG combined versus 17 MPG.
A lower initial purchase price of $90,250 is desired, saving $9,745 over the Navigator.
A lower ride height is preferred, as the GLS is 6.2 inches shorter in overall height.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lincoln Navigator	Mercedes-Benz GLS
Length	210.0"	205.0"
Width	80.0"	79.9"
Height	78.0"	71.8"
Wheelbase	122.5"	123.4"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
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	✓	✓
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
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	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	—
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Power Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	440 hp @ 5850 rpm	375 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque	510 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm	369 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm
Number of Valves	24	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	On Demand	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Locking Hubs	Automatic	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
Center Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/22 MPG	19/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	354.0/519.2 mi.	452.2/571.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.6 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Steering Wheel Controls	✓	—
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	✓	✓
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 Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Infotainment Display	48.0 in	12.3 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Brand Speakers	Revel	—
Speaker System	28	13
Subwoofer Count	1	2
Surround Audio	Discrete	Discrete
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	6 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Video Monitor	✓	—
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Burmester
Stereo Power	—	590W

Power Feature

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	1st Row Power Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Front Head Room	38.3 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	43.5 in.	40.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.3 in.	59.3 in.
Front Hip Room	61.9 in.	60.8 in.
Seat Material: Premium Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
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	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Rear Head Room	37.9 in.	40.2 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.0 in.	41.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	65.1 in.	58.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	61.7 in.	60.0 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	✓
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	22 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	P275/50R22	315/40R21
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	21 x 11.0 in.

Suspension

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Lincoln	Mercedes-Benz
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.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	6 yr./ 62000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lincoln Navigator and 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS.

What is the horsepower and torque difference between the 2025 Navigator and the 2026 GLS?

The 2025 Lincoln Navigator boasts 440 horsepower and 510 lb-ft of torque, resulting in a substantial lead of 65 horsepower and 141 lb-ft of torque over the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS (375 hp / 369 lb-ft).

Which vehicle has a significantly lower MSRP?

The 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS has a significantly lower Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) at $90,250, making it $9,745 more accessible than the 2025 Lincoln Navigator's starting price of $99,995.

How do their fuel requirements and economies compare?

The Navigator runs on regular unleaded and achieves 17 MPG combined, whereas the GLS requires premium unleaded fuel and returns a higher 21 MPG combined efficiency.

Is there a major difference in the physical footprint of these two large SUVs?

Yes, the Navigator is 5.0 inches longer overall (210.0 in vs. 205.0 in), but the GLS is noticeably lower, standing 6.2 inches shorter in height (71.8 in vs. 78.0 in).

Which vehicle offers more dedicated cargo space?

The 2025 Lincoln Navigator offers substantially more cargo capacity at 22.9 cubic feet, compared to the 17.4 cubic feet available in the 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS.

Do these vehicles use the same drivetrain and transmission setups?

Both utilize shiftable automatics, but the Navigator employs a 10-speed transmission with Four Wheel Drive, while the GLS uses a 9-speed transmission paired with All Wheel Drive.