Lincoln Nautilus
2019 Lincoln Nautilus
Overview
ManufacturerLincoln (Ford)
Production2018–present
Model years2019–present
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size luxury crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive
RelatedFord Edge
Chronology
PredecessorLincoln MKX

The Lincoln Nautilus is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV[1] marketed and sold by the Lincoln brand of Ford Motor Company. The Nautilus was initially renamed from the MKX as part of a mid-cycle update in 2018 for the 2019 model year, as Lincoln phased out its use of "MK" model names.[2] The name 'Nautilus' is derived from the ancient Greek word nautes, meaning "sailor," as in nautical or astronaut.[3]

The first generation is based on the CD4 platform, and was manufactured at Oakville Assembly in Oakville, Ontario, Canada alongside the Ford Edge, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT and manufactured in Hangzhou Assembly in Zhejiang, China by joint venture Changan Ford from 2021 to 2023. The second generation is solely produced by Changan Ford in China, as Ford is retooling the Oakville Assembly plant to produce electric vehicles.[4]

First generation (U540; 2019)

First generation (U540)
Overview
Also calledLincoln MKX (2015-2018)
Lincoln Legacy/Grand Legacy (hearse)
Production2018–2023
Model years2019–2023
Assembly
Body and chassis
PlatformFord CD4 platform
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission8-speed 8F35 automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase112.2 in (2,850 mm)
Length190.0 in (4,826 mm)
Width76.2 in (1,935 mm)
Height66.2 in (1,681 mm)
Curb weight4,142–4,442 lb (1,879–2,015 kg)

The Lincoln Nautilus was released as the mid-cycle revision of the second-generation MKX in November 2017 for the 2019 model year.[2] Adopting the styling of the newly introduced Continental and Navigator, the Nautilus transitioned from the previous split-wing grille to a large rectangular grille with a large Lincoln star emblem.

The counterpart of the updated Ford Edge, the Nautilus is slotted between the Aviator and the MKC (which was replaced by Corsair for the 2020 model year) in Lincoln's lineup. A 245-horsepower (248 PS; 183 kW) 2.0-liter EcoBoost inline-four is the standard engine, with a 335-horsepower (340 PS; 250 kW) 2.7-liter EcoBoost V6 carried over from the MKX as an option; both engines are fitted with start-stop capability. An 8-speed automatic transmission is paired to both engines (replacing the previous 6-speed).

For the 2021 model year, the Nautilus was once again refreshed with a new interior similar to the new Navigator, Aviator, and Corsair, featuring a larger 13.2" touchscreen and Ford's latest SYNC 4 system.[6] Minor changes were also made to the front bumper.[7]

Second generation (CDX707; 2023)

Second generation (CDX707)
Overview
ProductionStarted in Sep 2023
Assembly
DesignerJae Chang
Body and chassis
PlatformFord C2
Related
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission8-speed automatic
E-CVT (hybrid)
Dimensions
Wheelbase114.2 in (2,900 mm)
Length193.2 in (4,908 mm)
Width76.9 in (1,952 mm)
Height67.6 in (1,717 mm)

The second-generation Nautilus was released in 2023 for the Chinese market. It is a mid-size SUV with five seats, available with either a gasoline or a hybrid gasoline-electric powertrain.[8][9] The U.S. market Nautilus was unveiled on April 17, 2023, and will go on sale in 2024, being imported from China.[10]

Sales

Year U.S. China[11]
2018 28,573[12] 12,396
2019 31,711[13] 14,013
2020 22,742[14] 8,009[15]
2021 24,443[16] 27,918[17]
2022 20,635[18] 17,169[19]
2023 23,960[20] 27,409[21]

References

  1. ^ Howard, Phoebe Wall (November 28, 2017). "Lincoln redesigns bestselling MKX midsize SUV, renames it Nautilus". Detroit Free Press. Gannett. Retrieved 29 October 2018.
  2. ^ a b "New Lincoln Nautilus Pairs Powerful Performance with Driver-Assist Technologies That Inspire Confidence" (Press release). 2017-11-28.
  3. ^ Valdes-Dapena, Peter (2017-11-28). "Lincoln brings names back to luxury cars". CNNMoney. CNN. Retrieved 2023-04-22.
  4. ^ "2024 Lincoln Nautilus to be made in China, sold in U.S." Automotive News. 2023-04-17. Retrieved 2023-04-22.
  5. ^ "国产林肯航海家正式上市 售32.88-47.88万元" (in Chinese (China)). 2024-01-14. Retrieved 2024-01-04.
  6. ^ "Introducing the 2021 Lincoln Nautilus". 2020-11-20.
  7. ^ Dorian, Drew (2020-11-20). "2021 Lincoln Nautilus Review, Pricing, and Specs". Car and Driver. Hearst Magazines. Retrieved 2022-05-17.
  8. ^ "中期改款冒险家/新航海家将下半年推出". Aoto Home (in Simplified Chinese). Retrieved 2023-03-04.
  9. ^ "下半年推出 全新林肯航海家混动申报图". Aoto Home (in Simplified Chinese). Retrieved 2023-03-09.
  10. ^ Miller, Caleb (2023-04-17). "2024 Lincoln Nautilus Gains 48.0-Inch Screen, Hybrid Powertrain". Car and Driver. Retrieved 2023-04-17.
  11. ^ "Lincoln MKX". Chinese Car Sales Data. CarSalesBase.com. 2 August 2017. Archived from the original on 2019-02-17.
  12. ^ "Ford F-Series Marks 42 Straight Years as America's Best-Selling Pickup, Topping 900,000 Sold in 2018; Ford Hits Nine Straight Years as America's Best-Selling Brand; Lincoln SUV (Sales Updates December 2018)" (PDF) (Press release). Ford Motor Co. ford.com.
  13. ^ "F-Series Hits 43rd Straight Year as America's Best-Selling Pickup; Ford Achieves 10 Straight Years of Leadership as America's Best-Selling Brand; Lincoln SUV Sales Best in 16 Years" (Press release). media.ford.com. 2020-01-06. Retrieved 2020-01-06.
  14. ^ "Truck Customers Make F-Series America's Best-Selling Pickup For 44 Straight Years; Ford Brand Achieves 11 Straight Years as America's Best-Selling Brand; Ford Explorer Claims Top Spot in 2020; Luxury Customers Propel Lincoln SUVs to Highest Sales in 17 Years". Ford Media Center (Press release). Retrieved 8 January 2021.
  15. ^ "2020年12月豪华中型SUV销量：奥迪Q5L夺冠 雷克萨斯RX售出5377辆". Chejiahao. January 19, 2021. Retrieved February 6, 2024.
  16. ^ "Ford Best-Selling Automaker in Q4; Becomes No. 2 for Electric Vehicle Sales for 2021; F-Series Best-Selling Truck for 45th Year In Row and Best-Selling Vehicle for 40th straight year; SUV Share Expands | Ford Media Center". Ford Media Center (Press release). Ford Motor Company. 5 January 2022. Retrieved 19 January 2022.
  17. ^ "Lincoln Nautilus China auto sales figures". 26 March 2021.
  18. ^ "F-Series Captures America's Best-Selling Truck Crown For 46th Straight Year; Ford Posts Record Electric Vehicles Sales, Harnesses No. 2 EV Automaker Spot; Ford Expands Total Market Share In 2022". Ford Media Center (Press release). January 5, 2023. Retrieved January 9, 2023.
  19. ^ "主销车型即将迎来大幅度更新，长安林肯2022年详细车型销量盘点". Auto Home. January 31, 2023. Retrieved January 31, 2023.
  20. ^ "Lincoln MKX Sales Figures". Good Car Bad Car (Press release). January 10, 2024. Retrieved January 10, 2024.
  21. ^ "近一年中型SUV零售量林肯销量". Dongchedi. January 9, 2024. Retrieved January 10, 2024.

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