Used 2025 Lincoln Aviator for Sale nearCharlotte, NC

How much does the 2025 Lincoln Aviator cost?

Prices have softened 10.88% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 851 listings available, which suggests you have a workable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2025 Lincoln Aviator a good car?

Yes — the 2025 Lincoln Aviator earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.83/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Technology and Safety.

The Aviator stands out in the midsize, three-row luxury SUV segment by leaning into traditional American luxury and mid-century modern cues while still delivering a calm, unhurried cabin experience. It is also described as distinctive without being polarizing, which gives you broad appeal if you want something upscale and different without feeling flashy.

The trade-offs are clear: poor fuel economy, poor ride quality on 22-inch wheels, and cramped third-row seats. Even so, the Aviator’s powerful, quiet, and comfortable character makes it a strong fit if you value refinement and advanced tech over maximum practicality.

Good and great deals: 31.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which is a decent sign of market opportunity.

Is the 2025 Lincoln Aviator reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Aviator is presented as a modern luxury SUV with a strong feature set and a well-rounded ownership experience. Its twin-turbo V6 is described as a great engine, and the cabin-focused mission suggests the vehicle is built to prioritize comfort and ease of use over drama.

Lincoln also adds ownership perks that help the value equation, including complimentary valet pick-up and drop-off service for scheduled maintenance. That kind of support can make day-to-day ownership feel easier.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the Aviator’s efficiency and ride comfort can be less appealing if you plan to rack up a lot of miles or regularly drive on rough pavement.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Lincoln Aviator?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re looking at a higher-mileage example or one with larger wheels and more option packages. Focus on cabin condition, ride quality, and whether the tech and driver-assistance systems operate as expected.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Premiere, Reserve, and Black Label are the three trim levels. The base trim is the least expensive way in, but the Reserve II Package on the test vehicle added desirable upgrades such as 30-way-adjustable Perfect Position front seats with massage, heated and ventilated second-row seats, upgraded exterior lighting, a 28-speaker Revel Ultima audio system, and 22-inch wheels.
• Powertrain: You get a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 with 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and rear- or all-wheel drive. It is strong and quiet, but it is not efficient.
• Safety package: Standard Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Drive 2.0 includes active blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage, intersection assist, evasive steering assist, reverse braking assist, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, and BlueCruise with a complimentary four-year subscription. BlueCruise is standard, and the system is designed for approved, limited-access highways.
• Infotainment: The Aviator uses a 13.2-inch touchscreen, a 12.4-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Google Built-in, Alexa Built-in, and available over-the-air-connected functionality through Lincoln Digital Experience.
• Fuel efficiency: The official EPA fuel economy rating is 20 mpg in combined driving, and testing returned 17.7 mpg on a mountainous loop.

Which 2025 Lincoln Aviator trim should I buy?

The 2025 Lincoln Aviator is offered in 3 trim levels: Premiere, Reserve, and Black Label.

Here's the short version:

• Premiere: This is the entry point, and it gives you the Aviator’s core luxury-suv experience with the standard twin-turbo V6, the large digital displays, and the full safety suite. It makes the most sense if you want the Aviator’s style and tech without stretching for the pricier trims.
• Reserve: This is the best-value trim if you want the strongest balance of luxury and equipment. It adds a richer feature set and is the trim level used for the test vehicle, which also showed how well the Aviator can be equipped with comfort and tech upgrades.
• Black Label: This is the top trim if you want the most upscale presentation and the largest standard wheels. It suits you best if you want the Aviator at its most luxurious and are willing to pay for it.

BlueCruise is standard across the lineup, so you do not need to move up a trim just to get hands-free highway driving assistance.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Lincoln Aviator?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you know what you want.

• Deal availability: 31.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 851 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.88% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 94.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $59,988, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Lincoln Aviator's resale value?

The current average of $59,988 sits slightly below last year's $67,311.

That decline suggests the Aviator has become more approachable for used buyers, but it also means sellers may need to price carefully to stay competitive. If you own one, the current market shows that demand is still present, but buyers have more room to compare alternatives.

The model’s strong technology, safety, and luxury appeal should help support interest over time. Well-equipped examples with clean history and desirable options are likely to hold attention better than stripped or heavily worn ones.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2025 Lincoln Aviator safe?

The 2025 Lincoln Aviator earns five-star ratings across the board from NHTSA, plus a four-star rating for rollover resistance, and it earns Good ratings in all completed IIHS evaluations.

It earns a 9/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Drive 2.0 brings a broad set of driver-assistance features, including active blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage, intersection assist, evasive steering assist, reverse braking assist, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, and BlueCruise. BlueCruise is standard and includes a complimentary four-year subscription.

One caveat is that reverse braking assist can be overly sensitive in some driveway situations, and blind-spot warnings on the head-up display only appear after you signal a lane change first. Even so, the Aviator’s safety tech is extensive and generally works well.

Should I buy a 2025 Lincoln Aviator or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 31.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 94.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.88% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds some of the most advanced technology in the segment, along with fresh styling and new thematic packages.

Consider the 2026 if:

• It leans more heavily into comfort and luxury while keeping the stronger engine.

The bottom line: If you want the better shopping environment and the latest styling and tech, the 2025 is the smarter primary choice. If your priority is a more comfort-focused three-row luxury SUV and you are less concerned about buying into the newest market conditions, the next year is worth a look.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.