2021 Lincoln Aviator vs 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS
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MSRP$50,660 | MSRP$77,850 |
Average price$44,328 | Average price$74,563 |
Listings632 | Listings260 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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2021 Lincoln Aviator Reviews SummaryOnly a few years ago, Lincoln was in a confusing space. Confusing because many of its cars overlapped with the nicest trims of vehicles from parent company Ford. It was also confusing because of the alphanumeric vehicle names. But Lincoln has ended both of those trends. First, Lincoln has returned to real names for its vehicles, such as the Corsair and Nautilus (Cadillac, are you listening?!). But what’s in a name? This rebranding would be moot without a compelling product. In this respect, the American luxury brand has delivered, highlighted by the 2021 Lincoln Aviator. This three-row midsize SUV boasts modern technology, potent drivetrain options, and creature comforts that you might sooner find in a high-end German luxury sedan. But this newfound quality comes with a steeper price tag. So is it worth consideration against the likes of the Audi Q7 and RX 350L? Read on to find out. | |
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS Reviews SummaryThe 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class sits at the top of the automaker’s luxury SUV range. The three-row GLS is the biggest SUV Mercedes offers, and the “S” in its names signifies its status as the SUV equivalent of Mercedes’ flagship S-Class sedan. The SUV that’s now known as the GLS was launched for the 2007 model year as the GL-Class, when Mercedes decided it needed a bigger, more luxurious SUV to sit above the M-Class in its lineup. The GL-Class and M-Class were rebadged GLS-Class and GLE-Class, respectively, in 2014 when Mercedes introduced a new naming scheme across its lineup. The current version of the GLS was introduced for the 2020 model year, and represents the model’s third generation. It’s aimed at other full-size luxury SUVs, including the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Infiniti QX80, Land Rover Range Rover, Lincoln Navigator, and Lexus LX. Mercedes withdrew most of its V8 models from the United States for the 2022 model year, leaving only the base six-cylinder GLS 450 4Matic model. The automaker is expected to begin resuming dealer orders for V8 models as you read this, though, so the GLS 580 4Matic, AMG GLS 63, and Maybach GLS 600 4Matic models should return to showrooms soon. Because it was the only version available at the time, we tested a GLS 450 for this review. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 400 hp V6 | Engine3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower | Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City18 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 400 hp V6 | Engine Name3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Torque | Torque369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower362 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City18 |
MPG Highway26 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.3 cu ft | Cargo Space17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight4745 lbs | Curb Weight5467 lbs |
Height69.6 in | Height72.4 in |
Length199.3 in | Length205.0 in |
Width89.9 in | Width84.9 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase123.4 in |
Maximum Payload1615 lbs | Maximum Payload1808 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $50,660 | $77,850 |
Average price | $44,328 | $74,563 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Only a few years ago, Lincoln was in a confusing space. Confusing because many of its cars overlapped with the nicest trims of vehicles from parent company Ford. It was also confusing because of the alphanumeric vehicle names. But Lincoln has ended both of those trends. First, Lincoln has returned to real names for its vehicles, such as the Corsair and Nautilus (Cadillac, are you listening?!). But what’s in a name? This rebranding would be moot without a compelling product. In this respect, the American luxury brand has delivered, highlighted by the 2021 Lincoln Aviator. This three-row midsize SUV boasts modern technology, potent drivetrain options, and creature comforts that you might sooner find in a high-end German luxury sedan. But this newfound quality comes with a steeper price tag. So is it worth consideration against the likes of the Audi Q7 and RX 350L? Read on to find out. | The 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class sits at the top of the automaker’s luxury SUV range. The three-row GLS is the biggest SUV Mercedes offers, and the “S” in its names signifies its status as the SUV equivalent of Mercedes’ flagship S-Class sedan. The SUV that’s now known as the GLS was launched for the 2007 model year as the GL-Class, when Mercedes decided it needed a bigger, more luxurious SUV to sit above the M-Class in its lineup. The GL-Class and M-Class were rebadged GLS-Class and GLE-Class, respectively, in 2014 when Mercedes introduced a new naming scheme across its lineup. The current version of the GLS was introduced for the 2020 model year, and represents the model’s third generation. It’s aimed at other full-size luxury SUVs, including the BMW X7, Cadillac Escalade, Infiniti QX80, Land Rover Range Rover, Lincoln Navigator, and Lexus LX. Mercedes withdrew most of its V8 models from the United States for the 2022 model year, leaving only the base six-cylinder GLS 450 4Matic model. The automaker is expected to begin resuming dealer orders for V8 models as you read this, though, so the GLS 580 4Matic, AMG GLS 63, and Maybach GLS 600 4Matic models should return to showrooms soon. Because it was the only version available at the time, we tested a GLS 450 for this review. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 400 hp V6 | 3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Drive Train | RWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
MPG City | 18 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 400 hp V6 | 3.0L 362 hp I6 |
Torque | 369 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 362 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | 18 |
MPG Highway | 26 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.3 cu ft | 17.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4745 lbs | 5467 lbs |
Height | 69.6 in | 72.4 in |
Length | 199.3 in | 205.0 in |
Width | 89.9 in | 84.9 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 123.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 1615 lbs | 1808 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | |
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