Lincoln Navigator 4WD

19982026 · 19 configurations

Lowest
12
Average
16
Best
18

The Lincoln Navigator 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 19 different configurations spanning model years 1998 through 2026. Over this period, the Navigator 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 12 MPG to 18 MPG, with an overall average of 16 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,500152217MPG
2025
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,500152217MPG
2024
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2023
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2023
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,500152117MPG
2022
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2021
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,500162017MPG
2020
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2019
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2018
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S10)Regular
$3,300162118MPG
2017
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,500152017MPG
2016
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,500152017MPG
2015
3.5L 6-cyl Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,500152017MPG
2002
5.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$5,750101512MPG
2001
5.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$5,750101512MPG
2000
5.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$5,300111513MPG
1999
5.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$5,000111512MPG
1999
5.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$5,300111513MPG
1998
5.4L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$5,000111512MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
17
2025
17
2024
18
2023
18
2022
18
2021
17
2020
18
2019
18
2018
18
2017
17
2016
17
2015
17
2002
12
2001
12
2000
13
1999
13
1998
12

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Navigator 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Lincoln Navigator 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Lincoln Lincoln Navigator grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
219
Total Deaths
108

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
21.0%
Fire Occurrence
5.0%
Speeding Involved
16.0%
DUI Involved
15.5%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

75%
Front
15%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2022
Fatal Crashes34
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2021
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2020
Fatal Crashes17
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2019
Fatal Crashes22
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2018
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2017
Fatal Crashes18
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2016
Fatal Crashes21
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.62
2015
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
14
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2014
Fatal Crashes24
Fatalities
10
Deaths/Crash
0.42

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2026
1
2025
4
2024
2
2023
1
2022
8
2021
5
2020
6
2019
2
2018
9
2017
1
2016
1
2015
4
2001
1
2000
3
1999
4
1998
6
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