2025 Lincoln Aviator vs. 2026 Nissan Rogue Review

Picture of the 2025 Lincoln Aviator

2025 Lincoln
Aviator

MSRP*: $57,830 to $87,395
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Picture of the 2026 Nissan Rogue

2026 Nissan
Rogue

MSRP*: $28,790 to $38,990
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MPG - City 17 - 18 MPG 27 - 29 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 MPG 32 - 36 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 78.6 ft3 74.1 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 201-hp, 1.5-liter, 3 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 hp 201 hp
Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs 1,500 lbs
Exterior Length 199.7 in 183.0 in
Exterior Width 79.6 in 72.4 in
Leg Room Front 43.0 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 38.5 in
Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.4 in
Front 39.2 - 41.1 in
Rear 37.8 - 39.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Lincoln Aviator offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Nissan Rogue, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Lincoln Aviator and the Nissan Rogue.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Lincoln Aviator as you will with the Nissan Rogue, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Lincoln Aviator will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Nissan Rogue, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Lincoln Aviator is much wider than the Nissan Rogue, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Lincoln Aviator, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Nissan Rogue.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Lincoln Aviator is clearly the choice over the Nissan Rogue for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Lincoln Aviator greatly out-muscles the Nissan Rogue.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Lincoln Aviator does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Nissan Rogue.

Utility
The Lincoln Aviator offers greater seating capacity than the Nissan Rogue, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Lincoln Aviator has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Nissan Rogue.