Marketed trim
2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere is the entry trim in a lineup of 3 trims. The 2026 Aviator lineup is listed with 3.0-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) across its 3 trims. The 2026 Aviator Premiere is a Mid-Size SUV, the same body style as the other 2 Aviator trims. The Aviator lineup is listed with one output figure, 383 hp, across all of its trims, including the Premiere. Against the 2025 model year in Kelley Blue Book's rows, the top output moves from 400 to 383 horsepower. The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's maximum towing capacity is 5,000 lb. The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's curb weight is 4,862 lb.
Cost to own
What five years with the Premiere costs.
Kelley Blue Book puts the five-year cost to own for the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere at $80,036: $35,302 of depreciation and $44,734 in out-of-pocket costs, leaving a residual value of $23,303.
| Five-year cost | This trim | Across the 2026 Aviator trims KBB lists |
|---|---|---|
| Five-year cost to own | $80,036 | $80,036 to $98,121 |
| Depreciation | $35,302 | $35,302 to $50,386 |
| Fuel | $13,603 | $13,356 to $14,107 |
| Insurance | $12,525 | $12,525 to $18,725 |
| Financing | $7,261 | $7,261 to $10,659 |
| State fees | $3,923 | $3,923 to $7,987 |
| Maintenance | $6,605 | $3,535 to $6,605 |
| Repairs | $817 | $817 |
Standard equipment Kelley Blue Book lists for the Premiere
12V Power OutletAlarm SystemClimate Control Air ConditioningCruise ControlDual Power Front SeatsFolding Rear SeatHeated SeatsHeated Steering WheelIntegrated Garage Door OpenerInterior Ambient LightingInternet AccessLeather-Wrapped Steering WheelNavigation SystemPower Driver's SeatPower Folding Third Row SeatPower OutletPower WindowsPremium RadioProximity Sensing Keyless EntryPush-Button Engine StartReal-Time Traffic InformationRear Window DefrosterRemote Engine StartRemote Keyless EntrySatellite RadioSmartphone InterfaceSteering Wheel ControlsThird Row SeatTilt Steering WheelTilt/Telescoping Steering WheelTouch Screen Monitor
Trim-specific answer desk
28 answers for the Premiere.
T01What is the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere?
The Premiere is one of the 3 trims on the 2026 Lincoln Aviator, the entry level.
T02Where does the Premiere sit in the Aviator lineup?
The 2026 Aviator Premiere is the entry trim, just below the Reserve.
T03What engine does the Aviator Premiere use?
The 2026 Aviator lineup is listed with 3.0-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) across its 3 trims.
T04What body style is the Aviator Premiere?
The 2026 Aviator Premiere is a Mid-Size SUV, the same body style as the other 2 Aviator trims.
T05Is the Aviator Premiere available with every engine offered on the model?
The Aviator lineup is listed with one output figure, 383 hp, across all of its trims, including the Premiere.
T06What changed for the Aviator Premiere this model year?
Against the 2025 model year in Kelley Blue Book's rows, the top output moves from 400 to 383 horsepower.
T07How much can the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere tow?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's maximum towing capacity is 5,000 lb. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T08How much does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere weigh?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's curb weight is 4,862 lb. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T09How big is the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's fuel tank?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's fuel tank capacity is 20.2 gallons. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T10How long is the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's overall length is 199.7 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T11How tall is the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's overall height is 69.6 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T12What is the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's wheelbase?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's wheelbase is 119.1 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T13How much ground clearance does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere have?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's minimum ground clearance is 8.5 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T14What is the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's turning circle?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's turning circle is 39 feet. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T15How much horsepower does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere make?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's horsepower is 383 hp. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T16How much torque does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere make?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's torque is 415 lb-ft. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T17How much front headroom does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere have?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's front headroom is 38.7 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T18How much front legroom does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere have?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's front legroom is 43 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T19What size wheels does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere have?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere's wheel diameter is 20 inches. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T20What size tires does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere come with?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere is fitted with P255/55R20 tires. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T21How many people does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere seat?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere seats 6. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T22What drivetrain does the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere have?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere is all-wheel drive. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T23What safety features come standard on the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere comes with an anti-theft alarm, blind-spot alert, child door locks, child-seat anchors, forward collision warning, a driver-attention monitor, front and rear parking sensors, hill-start assist, pedestrian detection, rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, electronic stability control, a surround-view camera and traction control as standard safety equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T24What technology features come standard on the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere comes with built-in internet access, a navigation system, a premium audio system, satellite radio, Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, steering-wheel audio controls and a touchscreen as standard technology equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T25What comfort features come standard on the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere comes with cup holders, power front seats for driver and passenger, a folding rear seat, front and rear climate zones, heated front seats, heated mirrors, a heated steering wheel, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a panoramic moonroof, a power driver's seat, a power-folding third-row seat, a third-row seat, a tilt steering wheel and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel as standard comfort equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T26What exterior and convenience features come standard on the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere?
The 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere comes with alloy wheels, cruise control, an integrated garage-door opener, power-folding mirrors, a power liftgate or trunk, a 12-volt power outlet, power windows, privacy glass, proximity keyless entry, push-button start, rain-sensing wipers, a rear spoiler, a rear-window defroster, remote engine start, remote keyless entry and roof rails as standard exterior and convenience equipment. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T27What options can be added to the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere?
KBB lists real-time traffic information as optional on the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
T28How much does a 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere cost?
Kelley Blue Book's national base price for the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere is $58,605, rising to $61,105 across its drive and body variants.
This trim in figures
The 2026 Aviator Premiere: specifications and equipment.
Kelley Blue Book lists the 2026 Lincoln Aviator Premiere at a $58,605 base price, with 3.0-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) making 383 hp and 415 lb-ft of torque, automatic, 10-spd w/selectshift transmission with AWD drive.
It is 199.7 in long, 119.1 in wheelbase, 4,862 lb curb weight, and seats 6.
Capability figures listed for it: 75.9 cubic feet of cargo space, a 5,000 lb tow rating.
EPA ratings for this row: 21 mpg combined, 17 city, 25 highway.
It rides on P255/55R20 tires and carries a 4-year, 50,000-mile basic warranty.
As the entry row, it lists alarm system, alloy wheels, blind spot alert, child door locks, child seat anchors, collision warning system, cruise control, cup holder, driver attention assist monitor, dual power front seats, folding rear seat, front rear air conditioning, and 39 more items as standard.
Available as options: real time traffic information.
Model-year lineup
Every 2026 Aviator row Kelley Blue Book lists.
Kelley Blue Book lists 3 2026 Lincoln Aviator rows, priced from $58,605 to $87,605, with 383 to 383 horsepower, and 21 to 21 combined mpg. The Premiere is one of them.
| Trim | Base price | Engine | Horsepower | Drive | Combined mpg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiere (this page) | $58,605 | 3.0-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 383 | AWD | 21 |
| Reserve | $68,425 | 3.0-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 383 | AWD | 21 |
| Black Label | $87,605 | 3.0-liter V6 (Twin Turbo) | 383 | AWD | 21 |
Generation history, the NHTSA safety record and background on the Lincoln Aviator are on the Lincoln Aviator model page.
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