2021 Lincoln Nautilus Review

Lincoln Nautilus Powertrain

Nothing gets you moving quite like the powertrain of the 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. This capable luxury SUV makes it look easy as it cruises down those sun-kissed South Carolina streets. All the while, it's hard at work under the hood delivering available V6 engine power.

The available 2.7L V6 engine is twin-turbocharged and generates an exciting 335 horsepower and 380 lb-ft of torque. It's available on the Lincoln Nautilus Reserve trim.

As a standard, you'll get the turbocharged 2.0L I-4 engine that produces 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. Both powertrains include an 8-speed automatic transmission that keeps your shifts smooth and optimized. These engines also use standard Auto Start-Stop Technology to reduce unnecessary fuel use while idling.

You'll have your choice between front-wheel drive (FWD) and an Intelligent all-wheel drive (AWD) system that automatically adapts to changing roadway conditions to improve your traction control.

Technology Features

We already know that the Lincoln Nautilus is a powerful Lincoln SUV, so now let's talk about the tech features that keep it modern. It comes standard with the Lincoln Co-Pilot360™ suite of driver-assistive features, like:

• Auto High-Beam Headlamps
• Blind Spot Detection with Cross-Traffic Alert
• Lane-Keeping System
• Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking

The Pre-Collision Assist system also includes Pedestrian Detection that alerts you to pedestrians who may be crossing the street up ahead. With an upgrade, you'll get even more smart safety technologies, like Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop-and-Go and Evasive Steering Assist.

Inside the cabin, you're kept updated, connected, and entertained through the SYNC® 4 infotainment system with a 13.2-inch touchscreen in the center stack. The touchscreen acts as your command center as you use it to access connected smartphone apps through standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™.

2021 Lincoln Nautilus Interior Dimensions

Let's stay inside the cabin now and look around at its spaciousness. This is a 2-row cabin with enough seats for five passengers in total. As the driver, you'll enjoy 42.8 inches of legroom, while rear-seat passengers get 39.6 inches of legroom.

You'll have plenty of cargo volume for loading up suitcases on your way to the airport, or groceries on your way home from the store. The cargo volume measurements are as follows:

• Maximum cargo volume: 68.8 cubic feet
• Cargo volume behind second row: 37.2 cubic feet

With the rear seats folded down to create a flat loading floor, you can load up to 68.8 cubic feet of furniture, building materials, or even your dog's crate into the back. Available heated and ventilated front seats round out the experience to create total comfort for all riders.