2022 Lincoln Aviator | Does It Fly?

The 2022 Lincoln Aviator Reserve is a big American luxury machine fitted with a twin-turbo 3.0L V6 that puts out 400 horsepower and 415 lb-ft of torque (the same as the Ford Explorer ST). As spec'd in our video, this Aviator is priced at $91,000 (CAD).

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*Note we missed the Wireless Charger, there is one.

[Allthingschrysler]

This car definitely is on the Mercedes and bmw level. You compared it to a BUICK? A ACURA? Those companies are premium at BEST. the Lincoln is a luxury car.

[Moosyoutube]

I was in the market and didn't start out looking at Lincolns. A BMW, Audi, Lexus, and Volvo we’re all options but I ended up driving one and there was no turning back! Love my Grand Touring and talk about pep!

[Ecrowesr]

Great video! I'm actually 1 of those consumers who considered a BMW X5/X7, Audi Q8 and ended up getting the Lincoln Aviator. It has it flaws (like any other vehicle) but I'm extremely happy with my decision. After all, I won't go broke trying to maintain it for years in!

[emmanuelakande]

I love my 2022 aviator. it's the definition of real luxury. quiet and smooth drive with zero highway noise. Very classy and neck turning!

[MrBlackraven]

People buying a merc aren’t looking at an aviator but they should. The aviator is a step above the infinity and acura

[jasonduplichain]

LOVE MY 2023 LINCOLN AVIATOR! I did a lot (and I mean a lot) of research before ordering this luxury SUV. We are GM people and since 1999 have driven 2 Suburbans, 1 Yukon XL, and our latest...a 2015 Yukon XL Denali. I am a brand loyalist and did not really expect to move away from GM BUT on a trip to Boston a few years back the rental company gave us a Lincoln Nautilus and it was so much fun to drive. I saw the 2020 Aviator when it rolled out and thought it was striking. We don't get new vehicles often, and honestly with our active lives and 3 children (baseball, softball, and ALL the other activities) needed the full size SUV.

On a trip to Colorado this past March I wanted to rent an Aviator but they did not have one available, so I asked for a Range Rover. I enjoyed driving the Range Rover and considered it for our next purchase, but I just kept coming back to the Aviator. Then my brother bought a BMW X5 and I drove it and enjoyed riding around with him in I kept coming back to the Aviator. I wanted to buy and experience American luxury! Finally, I test drove the only Aviator on the lot at Planet Lincoln in Spring, TX and I was blown away. The acceleration, the handling, the interior, the Revel stereo system....all of it was awesome and I was sold on it. I pre-ordered a 2023 before I left. That was May 26th and a mere 3 months later, my custom-built black 2023 Lincoln Aviator Black Label AWD, chalet interior with all the bells and whistles came! We picked it up Saturday, August 27th and had the best experience. The drive home (about 2 hours) was so much fun!! It handles so well and feels so responsive and comfortable, and the massaging seats felt good. LOVE the lighting, both interior and exterior and the way the Lincoln bows and greets with the "light show" you when you walk up to it! The lighted Lincoln badge in the front is such a nice touch and the adaptive lighting when you are turning curves was really bright! The 28 speaker Revel speaker system makes you feel like you are in the front row of a concert and the little demonstration that is available in the "Sound" app on the infotainment system blew us away! The kids keep commenting on the huge sunroof and how sporty the car is. They love the big console in the back and how they can control the music. Also neat how the second and third rows have their own separate AC/heating controls. My father-in-law even liked it, and he is a GM man only who said we would regret buying a Lincoln/Ford product. I am hopeful that all of the kinks from the initial release of the 2020 model have been worked out. I know the Navigator has been a dependable vehicle over the years and I would expect nothing less on the 4th year edition of the Aviator.

I'm so happy that Lincoln has such a beautiful automobile in their lineup. We could have bought anything, including a Cadillac Escalade, but for us the Lincoln Aviator checked all the boxes!

[cynthialocastro]

I love my Aviator, mine is white, so the black accents look even more amazing with also black interior .. love my white!!

[jeremiahkrauss]

I don't understand why you only have 127K subscribers...you know your stuff the video transitions are super clean and there is no reason why you don't have more subscribers than Doug. He makes his videos 30-40 min long and you keep it short but informative. Definitely subscribing!! Keep up the amazing work!

[Mr_Nuggetino]

I'm well under 60 and love that color. Great stuff, keep up the good work!

[kadebrown]

Seems like the production quality is getting great keep up the good work I’ve been a fan for a while now

[bill-bethgorman]

The 2022 Lincoln Aviator does have wireless charging inside the console. There is a clip looking feature. That's it.
The bigger issue I don't like is the lack of front passenger seat memory buttons. With all that adjustability they put in, the passenger is SOL if someone changes their prior time consuming configuration.

[jeremym]

I never watch car reviews but my wife is interested in a Lincoln Aviator. This dude is funny. Good quality video

[eddstarr]

Happy Birthday! Thank you for noticing the details and then commenting on them. At the Aviator's price point the small details can change a buying decision. Fantastic review!

[nicholasmagistrale]

Hey there- Great job on the video! I purchased the Aviator Grand Touring Black Label (plug-in hybrid). I love it! Like a few people and yourself mentioned, there are a few flaws, but I'd say overall it's closer to an A++then an A, or lower. (Mid 9's out of 10, 95 to 100 out of 100, etc etc) I won't reiterate all of the positive aspects you thoroughly covered in the video, but I definitely concur with you on both the positive and negative features. The "kneel down" welcoming suspension is an underrated feature I feel. Also, with the plug-in hybrid there is an incredible jump in efficiency. Of course the range isn't very far when it's switched to full electric mode, but when it is switched to conserve (full hybrid mode) the MPG improves from what you would expect for a Mid size SUV, to the MPG of something similar to a small economy car. I could go on about every detail, but it is not necessary thanks to the video. The one minor thing to point out is that there's a wireless charging area in the front center counsel. Personally I think it could be in a better location, but it does exist.
Any chance you can review the Lincoln Zephyr (only sold in Asia as of now). And if so, is there a Zephyr Black Label?
Thanks and keep the videos coming!

[zachpoffenbarger]

I’ve been waiting to see a jet package aviator on YouTube! Looks amazing!

[snakebite]

Sir, as a FORD owner, the way you get around those handles is with your key fob. An owner, like myself, most of the time, I unlock my car with my key fob. Then when I go to open my car, in the next second or two, the door unlatches and an opens simultaneously.

[mukhtardualeh]

looks beautiful and I’m under 60 and I love that burgundy color 😂😂

[djkrush]

Just purchased my 2022 Black Label and in love with it! FYI it does have wireless charging. It's in the center console armrest on the side

[dennissmith]

One thing nobody on any of these reviews ever talks about is what happens when they break ? Had a BMW X5 M50 I live in VA only 1 dealer in my area Eng wiring harness burned up took forever before that had a Mercedes GLE 450 it died with 3500 miles in N Michigan nearest dealer was 300 miles took a month. Ford/ Lincoln dealers everywhere