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Lincoln Aviator MPG
EPA fuel economy for 25 Lincoln Aviator trims sold from 2003 to 2026. Best ever: 23 MPG (2023 Aviator PHEV AWD). Latest model year 2026: 20 to 21 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Lincoln Aviator fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2026 Lincoln Aviator to fuel is the Aviator RWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl (21 MPG) at $2,970 a year. The Aviator AWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,120, so the thriftier trim saves $150 a year and $750 over five years.
| 2026 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviator RWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | RWD | Regular | 21 | $2,970 | cheapest |
| Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 20 | $3,120 | +$150 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Plug-in hybrids blend electricity and gasoline by the EPA utility factor, the share of miles the EPA expects on battery power. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Lincoln Aviator MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 21 | 18 | 25 | Aviator RWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S10) | 2 |
| 2025 | 21 | 18 | 25 | Aviator RWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S10) | 2 |
| 2024 | 21 | 18 | 26 | Aviator RWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Auto (S10) | 2 |
| 2023 | 23 | 22 | 25 | Aviator PHEV AWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (S10) | 4 |
| 2022 | 23 | 22 | 25 | Aviator PHEV AWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (S10) | 3 |
| 2021 | 23 | 22 | 25 | Aviator PHEV AWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (S10) | 3 |
| 2020 | 23 | 22 | 25 | Aviator PHEV AWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid, Auto (S10) | 3 |
| 2005 | 13 | 11 | 17 | Aviator 2WD, 4.6 L, 8 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 2 |
| 2004 | 14 | 12 | 17 | Aviator 2WD, 4.6 L, 8 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 2 |
| 2003 | 14 | 12 | 17 | Aviator 2WD, 4.6 L, 8 cyl, Auto 5-spd | 2 |
Every Lincoln Aviator trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Aviator RWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | RWD | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 | 423 | $2,970 |
| 2026 | Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 | 447 | $3,120 |
| 2025 | Aviator RWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | RWD | Regular | 18 | 25 | 21 | 425 | $2,970 |
| 2025 | Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 17 | 25 | 20 | 447 | $3,120 |
| 2024 | Aviator RWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | RWD | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 | 424 | $2,970 |
| 2024 | Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 451 | $3,120 |
| 2023 | Aviator PHEV AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 22 | 25 | 23 | 209 | $2,070 |
| 2023 | Aviator RWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | RWD | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 | 424 | $2,970 |
| 2023 | Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 451 | $3,120 |
| 2023 | Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 16 | 24 | 19 | 466 | $3,280 |
| 2022 | Aviator PHEV AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 22 | 25 | 23 | 209 | $2,070 |
| 2022 | Aviator RWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | RWD | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 | 424 | $2,970 |
| 2022 | Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 451 | $3,120 |
| 2021 | Aviator PHEV AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 22 | 25 | 23 | 209 | $2,070 |
| 2021 | Aviator RWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | RWD | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 | 431 | $2,970 |
| 2021 | Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 445 | $3,120 |
| 2020 | Aviator PHEV AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl, Plug-in Hybrid | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular Gas and Electricity | 22 | 25 | 23 | 209 | $2,070 |
| 2020 | Aviator RWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | RWD | Regular | 18 | 26 | 21 | 424 | $2,970 |
| 2020 | Aviator AWD | 3.0 L, 6 cyl | Auto (S10) | Part-time 4WD | Regular | 17 | 24 | 20 | 451 | $3,120 |
| 2005 | Aviator 2WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 11 | 17 | 13 | 684 | $5,950 |
| 2005 | Aviator 4WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 11 | 16 | 13 | 684 | $5,950 |
| 2004 | Aviator 2WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Premium | 12 | 17 | 14 | 635 | $5,530 |
| 2004 | Aviator 4WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Premium | 12 | 16 | 13 | 684 | $5,950 |
| 2003 | Aviator 2WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
| 2003 | Aviator 4WD | 4.6 L, 8 cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD/AWD | Regular | 12 | 17 | 14 | 635 | $4,460 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2026 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Audi Q4 45 e-tron | 115 | 125 | 104 |
| 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ RWD (11 kW Charger) | 105 | 117 | 93 |
| 2026 Honda Prologue FWD | 104 | 113 | 94 |
| 2026 Volvo EX90 (21 Inch Wheels) | 98 | 104 | 91 |
| 2026 Polestar 3 Long Range Single Motor (21 Inch Wheels) | 97 | 105 | 89 |
| 2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Single Motor | 95 | 100 | 90 |
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Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Lincoln Aviator?
The most efficient Lincoln Aviator the EPA has rated is the 2023 Aviator PHEV AWD at 23 MPG combined (22 city, 25 highway).
What MPG does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator get?
2026 Lincoln Aviator trims range from 20 to 21 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Lincoln Aviator has the worst fuel economy?
The 2005 Aviator 2WD is the lowest rated at 13 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Lincoln Aviator for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2026 Lincoln Aviator to fuel is the Aviator RWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl (21 MPG) at $2,970 a year. The Aviator AWD, 3.0 L, 6 cyl (20 MPG) costs $3,120, so the thriftier trim saves $150 a year and $750 over five years.
More from Lincoln: every Lincoln model. Fuel types on this model: Premium, Regular, Regular Gas and Electricity. EPA classes: Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD, Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.