2026 Lincoln
Aviator
Three rows. 400 horsepower. No compromises.
More Power Than Any Three-Row Should Need. More Comfort Than Most Offer.
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator sits in a genuinely useful spot in the Lincoln lineup -- bigger than the Nautilus, more manageable than the Navigator, and equipped with a twin-turbocharged V6 that produces 400 horsepower as standard. That engine output is among the highest in the three-row luxury segment, and it shows up exactly when you need it: merging onto I-24 fully loaded, passing on US-79 heading east, or pulling a trailer to Land Between the Lakes.
For 2026, the Aviator gains BlueCruise 1.5 -- now standard across every trim -- with new automatic lane-change capability added to the already capable hands-free highway driving system. The power liftgate has also been upgraded to open on approach automatically, and the Wi-Fi hotspot now includes four years of coverage standard.
Jenkins & Wynne Lincoln has been part of Clarksville since 1953. We have seen this city grow from a modest river town into one of Tennessee's fastest-growing communities, and we have built relationships with the families here across multiple generations. That is not a marketing line -- it is just how we do business.
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Dressed for the Occasion
The Aviator palette is curated for understated presence. Black Label adds exclusive themes with coordinated interior color pairings. Availability varies by trim.
Color swatches are approximate representations. Ask our Clarksville team about current in-stock color and interior pairing availability.
400 Horsepower. Standard. Not Optional.
Twin-Turbo V6 -- One Engine, Every Trim
Most three-row SUVs in this price range make you choose between power and efficiency, or reserve the strong engine for a higher trim. Lincoln does not do that. The 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 comes standard on every Aviator -- Premiere, Reserve, and Black Label -- all producing 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque through a 10-speed SelectShift automatic.
Rear-wheel drive is standard and delivers 18 city / 25 highway / 21 combined mpg. All-wheel drive is available for an additional charge and adjusts the combined estimate to 20 mpg. For families heading north on US-41A toward Fort Campbell, or west on I-24 on a regular basis, the fuel economy is acceptable rather than class-leading -- a fair trade for what the engine offers.
- 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6, 400 hp / 415 lb-ft -- all trims
- 10-speed SelectShift automatic transmission
- Standard RWD; AWD available on all trims
- RWD fuel economy: 18 city / 25 hwy / 21 combined mpg
- AWD fuel economy: 17 city / 25 hwy / 20 combined mpg
- 0-60 mph in approximately 5.3 seconds (RWD)
- Maximum tow capacity: 5,000 lb when properly equipped
- Adaptive suspension standard across all trims
Exterior and Interior
Quiet Flight. In Every Detail.
Lincoln's Quiet Flight design philosophy shapes everything about the Aviator's exterior. Dramatic character lines, a wide signature grille, a wraparound windshield for commanding sightlines, and full LED headlamps give it a presence that reads clearly as a flagship -- without the bulk of the Navigator.
- Full LED headlamps standard; available Adaptive Pixel LED (Reserve and above)
- Power liftgate -- new for 2026: hands-free open-on-approach standard
- 20-inch wheels standard; available 22-inch wheels on Reserve and Black Label
- Available Panoramic Vista Roof (Reserve and above)
- Available soft-close doors on Black Label
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers standard
- Power-adjustable, auto-folding, heated sideview mirrors with auto-dimming
A Cabin Designed Around the People Inside It
The Aviator seats six with standard captain's chairs in rows one and two -- a deliberate choice that prioritizes individual comfort over raw seat count. The third row is there for when you need it; the first two rows are where the Aviator earns its daily reputation.
Available Perfect Position seats offer 30-way adjustability with massage and active motion. Materials are genuinely premium -- soft-touch surfaces, available genuine leather, available Silverwood or engine-turn accents -- and the build quality is noticeably tighter than the Explorer platform it shares underneath.
- Standard six-passenger captain's chair layout (rows 1 and 2)
- 19.2 cu ft cargo behind row 3; 42.7 cu ft row 3 folded; 78.6 cu ft both rows folded
- Quad-zone automatic climate control (Reserve and above)
- Heated and ventilated front seats -- all trims
- Available heated second-row seats
- Available Perfect Position seats -- 30-way adjustable with massage
- Wireless device charging standard
- Available Lincoln Rejuvenate -- massaging seats, ambient scent, lighting
Row Three That Actually Works
The Aviator's third row is more usable than most in this class -- adequate for adults on shorter trips, and genuinely comfortable for children on longer ones. Cargo expands dramatically when folded, and the hands-free power liftgate makes loading and unloading far less of a production whether you are leaving a practice in Clarksville or the parking lot at Austin Peay.
- Third row folds flat for maximum cargo versatility
- 78.6 cu ft total cargo with both rear rows folded
- Hands-free power liftgate -- new open-on-approach feature for 2026
- Available second-row power-fold seats for easy third-row access
- Ambient lighting throughout all three rows
- USB ports in all three rows -- no one goes without
Connected from the Front Row to the Third.
Lincoln loaded the 2026 Aviator with technology that works every day -- not just on a spec sheet. BlueCruise 1.5, four years of Wi-Fi, and Google built-in are all standard.
13.2-Inch Touchscreen
Lincoln's main infotainment display runs the SYNC 4A system with Google built-in for native Google Maps, Google Assistant, and Google Play app downloads -- no phone required for navigation or voice commands.
Digital Instrument Cluster
A fully configurable digital cluster sits directly in the driver's sightline. Driving mode changes adapt the cluster's visual theme, keeping the display relevant to how you are actually driving.
Head-Up Display
Available on Reserve and Black Label. Projects speed, navigation turn-by-turn, and driver-assist status onto the windshield at eye level -- keeping your gaze on the road during the complex interchanges around Clarksville and beyond.
Lincoln Digital Experience
Integrates with your smartphone through the Lincoln Way app for remote start, vehicle status, scheduled charging, and service scheduling. Phone as a Key lets you unlock and start the Aviator directly from your phone.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Both are standard and cable-free. Set your phone on the wireless charging pad and your music, contacts, and navigation appear on the display automatically.
5G Wi-Fi Hotspot -- 4 Years Included
New for 2026: the Wi-Fi subscription has been extended to four years standard. Supports up to 10 devices simultaneously -- useful on long drives with the whole family, whether you are heading to Nashville or up toward Kentucky Lake.
BlueCruise 1.5 -- Hands-Free, Auto Lane Change
Standard on every 2026 Aviator trim. Updated to version 1.5 for 2026, it now handles automatic lane changes without touching the steering wheel. Operates on over 130,000 miles of pre-mapped divided highways. Four-year subscription included at no extra cost.
Phone As A Key
Lock, unlock, and start your Aviator directly from your smartphone via the Lincoln Way app. A physical key fob remains in the vehicle as backup -- but most owners stop reaching for it quickly.
Revel Ultima 3D Audio -- 28 Speakers
Available on Reserve; standard on Black Label. The Revel Ultima 3D system is one of the strongest factory audio setups in the segment. Overhead speakers create a genuinely three-dimensional soundstage -- not just louder, but spatially different.
Lincoln Rejuvenate
Available on Reserve and standard on Black Label. Simultaneously activates massaging seats, ambient lighting, and in-cabin fragrance. Designed as a reset mode -- five minutes parked outside Tennova Healthcare or after a long commute makes a real difference.
Ambient Lighting
Configurable multi-color ambient lighting throughout the cabin adapts to driving modes. Pairs with the Rejuvenate system for a cohesive in-cabin atmosphere after dark.
Lincoln Drive Modes
Five configurable drive modes -- Normal, Conserve, Excite, Slippery, and Deep Conditions -- adjust throttle response, steering weight, and suspension behavior. The Aviator is most at home in Normal, but Excite mode reminds you what 400 horsepower feels like.
Lincoln Co-Pilot360 2.0. Standard on Every Aviator.
The full Co-Pilot360 2.0 suite comes standard on all 2026 Aviator trims. No safety technology is withheld as a trim-level upsell.
Pre-Collision Assist with AEB
Detects potential forward and reverse collisions and applies braking automatically. Pedestrian and cyclist detection are included. Standard on all trims.
BlueCruise 1.5 -- Hands-Free Driving
Updated for 2026 with automatic lane-change capability. Handles steering, acceleration, and braking on pre-mapped highways while driver attention monitoring stays active. Standard on all trims with a four-year subscription included.
Blind Spot Information System
Monitors both blind spots and alerts the driver visually. Intervenes with steering correction if you signal into an occupied lane. Practical on multi-lane arterials throughout Clarksville and on highway interchanges.
Adaptive Suspension with Road Preview
Standard across all trims. Uses a forward camera to scan the road surface and pre-adjusts the suspension for upcoming bumps before you hit them -- a meaningful improvement on uneven Tennessee roads.
Evasive Steer Assist
When the braking distance is insufficient to avoid a collision, the system provides steering torque to help the driver maneuver around the obstacle. Available on the Aviator as part of the expanded Co-Pilot360 2.0 package.
Surround-View Camera System
360-degree camera view for low-speed maneuvering, parking, and trailer hookup. Standard across all trims -- one of those features that proves its value every single day.
Three Trims. One Engine. All 400 Horsepower.
Every Aviator shares the same twin-turbo V6 and full safety suite. The differences are interior finishes, comfort features, and the Black Label owner experience.
- 400-hp twin-turbo V6, 10-speed automatic
- RWD standard; AWD available
- Adaptive suspension standard
- 13.2-inch SYNC 4A touchscreen with Google built-in
- BlueCruise 1.5 hands-free driving (4-year subscription included)
- Full Co-Pilot360 2.0 safety suite
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto
- 5G Wi-Fi hotspot (4 years unlimited data)
- Hands-free power liftgate
- 6-passenger captain's chair seating
- All Premiere content, plus:
- Premium leather seating surfaces
- Panoramic Vista Roof
- Adaptive Pixel LED headlamps
- Dynamic Handling Package
- Illumination Package
- Available Revel Ultima 3D audio (28 speakers)
- Available Perfect Position seats (30-way with massage)
- Heated second-row seats available
- Head-Up Display available
- Lincoln Rejuvenate available
- All Reserve content, plus:
- Exclusive interior themes (Invitation, Flight, Moonbeam)
- Revel Ultima 3D Audio System -- 28 speakers standard
- Perfect Position front seats standard
- Lincoln Rejuvenate standard
- Soft-close doors
- Lincoln Black Label concierge ownership experience
- Complimentary scheduled maintenance
- Enhanced roadside assistance
MSRP excludes destination and delivery, taxes, title, and license fees. See dealer for details.
Jenkins & Wynne Lincoln -- Clarksville, TN
Jenkins & Wynne Lincoln has been part of this community since 1953. That is seven decades of working with Clarksville families -- through Fort Campbell deployments, through Austin Peay graduations, through the city's transformation into one of the fastest-growing communities in the state. Our relationships here go back generations, and that is not something we take lightly.
If you are considering a 2026 Aviator, the best next step is simple: come drive one. The engine tells a better story at 40 mph than we can tell on a page. Call us at 931-632-4844 or explore our current inventory online.
- Phone: 931-632-4844
- Website: jenkinsandwynnelincoln.com
- City: Clarksville, TN
- Lincoln Military Appreciation: Ask about eligibility for active-duty, reserve, veteran, and household pricing
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Experience the 2026 Lincoln Aviator in Clarksville
400 horsepower. Three rows. BlueCruise standard. The Aviator makes a compelling case in person -- come find out why.