Lincoln has been a driving force in the luxury marketplace for quite some time now, and with the release of the 2020 Lincoln Aviator, it stands poised to assert its dominance in one of the most competitive and tumultuous segments in the auto market. As a three-row premium midsize luxury SUV, the new 2020 Lincoln Aviator is just as sophisticated as it is spacious on the inside, but how does it fare against established rivals. To answer that question, we've prepared a short competitive breakdown of the differences between our new 2020 Lincoln Aviator and its competitor from Germany, the Audi Q7.
  •  Performance
    The Lincoln Aviator offers exciting powertrain options that combine power and poise for a smooth and thrilling journey. The standard Twin-Turbocharged 3.0L V6 engine sets the pace for all Aviator models by generating 400 horsepower and 415 lb.-ft. of torque.* The Aviator Grand Touring** utilizes a battery-powered electric motor and pairs it with the standard Twin-Turbocharged engine to produce 494 horsepower and 630 lb.-ft. of torque, which is a significant edge on the small 248 horsepower produced by the new Audi Q7 with its standard engine.
  •  Design
    Born from the boundless allure of flight, the Lincoln Aviator uses intentional horizontal lines and a sloping roof for a streamlined feel, creating a sense of power and motion. The Lincoln signature grille draws the eye to the front of the vehicle while the wraparound windshield appearance completes the overall aviation-inspired theme. Even the "sound" of the 2020 Lincoln Aviator has been design with the owner in mind, such as substituting sounds from the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, providing soft yet noticable warning tones rather than the harsh and jarring ones that play on the Audi Q7.
  •  Technology
    The road ahead isn't the only place that needs your attention. The available Lincoln Co-Pilot360â„¢ Plus package bundles a number of driver-assist technologies, including Evasive Steering Assist, Reverse Brake Assist, Active Park Assist Plus and Adaptive Cruise Control with Traffic Jam Assist. Traffic Jam Assist combines Stop-and-Go, Lane Centering and newly developed Speed Sign Recognition to help you keep your journey as seamless as possible. With the available Lincoln Wayâ„¢ app on your smartphone, it can actually function as a key to your vehicle, locking and unlocking the vehicle and even allowing you to drive it in place of your keyfob. Unfortunately, no such features are available for the Audi Q7.