Used 2025 Lincoln Aviator for Sale nearCharlotte, NC

How much does the 2025 Lincoln Aviator cost?

Prices have softened 10.84% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 979 listings available, which gives you a solid 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 7.8/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Technology and Safety.

The Aviator stands out in the midsize, three-row luxury SUV segment by blending traditional American luxury with mid-century modern design cues, and it is described as a calm, unhurried sanctuary. That makes it a strong fit if you want a quiet, comfortable luxury SUV rather than something overtly sporty or flashy.

The trade-offs are clear: poor fuel economy and cramped third-row seats. It also rides poorly on 22-inch wheels, so the most appealing version for you may depend on whether you value style and tech more than ride comfort.

With 33.6% of listings marked as good or great deals, you have some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2025 Lincoln Aviator reliable?

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

The Aviator’s appeal is rooted in its calm, composed character, and the expert review describes it as a quiet, comfortable luxury SUV with a strong technology suite. Its twin-turbo V6 is described as a great engine, and the SUV’s adaptive air suspension helps it feel secure and composed in everyday driving.

The cost side of ownership is helped by complimentary valet pick-up and drop-off service for scheduled maintenance, along with four years of free access to BlueCruise. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that fuel costs and ride quality can be less forgiving if the vehicle has larger wheels or a harder-used suspension setup.

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

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.1% — 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 higher-mileage examples or vehicles with larger wheels and more option content. Focus on tire condition, suspension behavior, and whether the cabin electronics and driver-assistance systems operate as expected.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The lineup includes Premiere, Reserve, and Black Label. Premiere is the entry point, Reserve adds more equipment, and Black Label sits at the top with the most upscale presentation. The base trim is the one most likely to leave you wanting if you care about the richest feature content.
• 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. It’s strong and smooth, but it is not efficient.
• Safety package: Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Drive 2.0 is standard, and it includes active blind-spot monitoring with trailer coverage, intersection assist, evasive steering assist, reverse braking assist, adaptive cruise control, lane-centering assist, and BlueCruise. BlueCruise also includes a complimentary four-year subscription.
• 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 head-up display support.
• Fuel efficiency: The official EPA fuel economy rating is 20 mpg in combined driving, and the review notes 17.7 mpg on a mountainous test 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 character without moving up the price ladder. It suits you if you want the design, tech, and safety foundation at the lowest starting point.
• Reserve: This is the best-value trim if you want the strongest balance of equipment and price. It adds a more upscale feel and is the trim most clearly supported by the review’s praise for comfort and technology.
• Black Label: This is the most luxurious choice, and it’s the one to consider if you want the Aviator at its most premium. It’s the trim for you if you care most about top-end presentation and are willing to pay for it.

BlueCruise is standard, and Lincoln’s safety tech is a major strength across the lineup.

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

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 33.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 979 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.84% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 92.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $58,562, 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 $58,562 sits slightly below last year's $65,686.

That price movement suggests the Aviator has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can help you as a buyer today. For a future seller, it means the market has softened, so resale gains are less likely unless the vehicle is especially well equipped and well maintained.

The Aviator’s strong technology, safety, and owner satisfaction should help support demand, but fuel economy and third-row space remain limiting factors. If you buy smart and keep the vehicle in strong condition, you should be better positioned than someone who pays too close to the top of the range.

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 receives Good ratings in all completed IIHS evaluations.

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

Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Drive 2.0 is standard, and the feature list includes 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 situations, and blind-spot warnings on the head-up display require the turn signal to be used first.

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:

• 33.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.1% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.84% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds some of the most advanced technology in the lineup, along with fresh styling and new thematic packages.

Consider the 2026 if:

• It leans more upscale and comfort-focused while keeping the Aviator’s luxury-first mission.

The bottom line: If you want the better shopping environment and the year with clearly documented price softness, the 2025 is the smarter buy. If you’re willing to wait for the next model year’s more upscale emphasis, the 2026 is the alternative to watch, especially if comfort matters more than bargain hunting.

How does the 2025 Lincoln Aviator compare to the 2025 Ford Explorer?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2025 Lincoln Aviator:

• Pros: Stylish design, Impressive technology, Great safety ratings.
• Cons: Poor fuel economy, Poor ride quality (22-inch wheels), Cramped third-row seats.

2025 Ford Explorer:

• Pros: Fun to drive, Comfortable, Easy-to-use technology.
• Cons: No hybrid or plug-in hybrid option, No off-road trim level, Cramped third-row.

Our experts score the 2025 Lincoln Aviator 7.8/10 and the 2025 Ford Explorer 8/10. The Aviator is the more luxurious and tech-forward choice, while the Explorer is the more affordable and easier-to-live-with SUV. If you want a calmer, more premium cabin, the Aviator makes sense; if you want a lower starting price and a more playful driving character, the Explorer is the better fit.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.