The 2021 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label is a Luxuriously Appointed Midsize SUV

The #LincolnNautilus started life as a gussied up version of the Ford Edge with a different name back in 2008. Just 2 years ago, Lincoln renamed it from the MkX to the #Nautilus as part of the brand's growing effort to bring back strong names into their portfolio. For 2021, the #NautilusBlackLabel looks the same on the outside, but inside you get a massive 13.2" touch screen, the largest display ever in a ‪@lincoln‬, along with a completely redesigned, Aviator-inspired dash layout. The result is a midsize SUV that feels less like a Ford Edge and more like a 2-row #Lincoln #Aviator.
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[@theredline]

Yes, the Nautilus is definitely less Edgy looking on the outside ;), but the inside of this new version looks even nicer than the Aviator and Navigator thanks to a massive 13.2" LCD touch screen. It could go toe-to-toe with the interior of the new Genesis GV80 for tech and luxury, shame that its FWD roots show up on the road, but this is still an otherwise nicely sized and proportioned luxury SUV that we'd happily choose over the current Lexus RX.

[@kevinbarry71]

If you're one of those people who seems to believe that the bigger the screen the better

[@donkykon2094]

nice shades LOL

[@bg693]

#ad

[@mitcl8915]

However it lacks a climate control for the second row which is a huge fail in this class. In no way is this even close to being in the GV80 or GV70 class let alone the Germans. They still badge engineered parts of this and it shows. A Kia Telluride or Hyundai Palisade is a much better purchase.

[@ericb.9907]

Current RX will be replaced soon, and it is priced like a German car - Would you pick an X5 or this?

[@Wbrooks01]

My dad had a 2016 MKX black label and it was one of the best cars I’ve ever driven and one of the best cars he ever had.

[@joalblo9581]

I have the 2021 4 cylinder and I have to tell you the power is plenty. I was very pleasantly surprised. Even with four adults and cargo, It never struggled. Every time I drive it, I can't believe how good the 4 cylinder is. They have it tuned just right. Great job Lincoln!

[@issavibez394]

Na 6 better

[@DetroitBORG]

Love my 2019! Right size, comfortable, relaxing when you want it, but quick when you need it. Perfect all-around vehicle.

[@Arguy1683]

I agree no getting rid of mine

[@randywilliams5042]

I love mines too, this guy just hate imported cars.

[@Mohammed-_-Ali]

What the difference between the Black label and the Res model ?

[@singingLeaf123]

Hey Detroit borg love your tech reviews. And I agree, nice vehicle

[@jaypaulowske3613]

do you have to run prem. gas in it?

[@nancymurphy3689]

I have a 2019 Reserve. One of my favorite cars ever!

[@reganjgreene]

You can get rid of the radio on the side of the Navigation, you have to press the full screen button on the bottom right corner located near the radio square. Same system in the F-150’s

[@joskjj3625]

Lincoln has outdone themselves again,that interior still looks beautiful

[@michaelhoard9548]

We have a 2018 mkx and really love it. The 3.7 V6 is not nearly as quick as the turbos but very quiet and rides great.

[@JeanClaud3]

Yeah the 3.7 is very smooth and sounds amazing

[@austinmitchell1586]

Sell these like hotcakes at my dealership. Very nice for the money.

[@dextersmithbsee]

I'm in the Atlanta, GA market and I will be honest, I 've seen maybe two of these. I've seen many more Genesis GV80's than this Lincoln. I'm not kidding. The Atlanta, GA car market cooled off some of course due to COVID-19, but it's still a hot market. This Lincoln ain't even on the radar.

[@brandon6541]

@@dextersmithbsee agreed, seems like the people love Genesis

[@wazgoodjj]

Where??? I drive daily in the LA area and have yet too see one. I smell BS...

[@ashleyhill6697]

@@wazgoodjj The midwest. I see a lot in Illinois.

[@ashleyhill6697]

@@dextersmithbsee I've never seen a Genesis G90. The midwest seems to be the only place where people buy American.

[@lmlm-ph4pp]

Thanks for the review!

[@NileshR12]

I love the color combination of this Nautilus Black Label! If I were to get the Nautilus Black Label I’d ideally love to get it with this exact color combination but it might be hard to find that color combination for a used 2021-22 Nautilus as of right now

[@Origen17]

You don't understand Lincoln's design language, saying it's "not as good" as Genesis. It's meant to be minimalist, hearkening back to classic retro Lincoln looks

[@robertmercer9117]

Nearly $70K and I did not see or hear mention of a head up display. Palisade and Telluride have that feature at less than $50K.

[@arielmischa8136]

imo, i still like this interior more rather than Palisade's or Telluride's interior. It just gave more "luxury" vibes but the koreans gave more bang for the buck

[@rhydynamic8306]

Palisade is like the cheaper alternative to this.

[@onetwo4147]

The palisade and telluride are nice vehicles but no way a comparison when both of those vehicles are cheap inside and the worst riding vehicles compared to this Nautilus.

[@onetwo4147]

@Ayush Malpeddi I may not have driven the Korena twins which are alike, but I’ve had my share of in person looks at the vehicle and my look at reviews and that their interior is nothing special from Hyundai and Kia. I own a Kia so don’t think im bashing them that hard, but the Lincoln is just so much more sophisticated than what those other vehicles are. I have driven a Ford Edge titanium new year and it drove amazing and no issues at all compared to the videos I have heard of the telluride and palisade ride quality which lacks in comfortability.

[@NileshR12]

A Head-Up Display is available in a package with the Corsair. This car came out as the MKX back in 2016. And plus since you already get a filly digital gauge cluster with the 2019 Nautilus onwards, it almost doesn’t need a Head-Up Display

[@aryehrosenthal2138]

Great review

[@TexasMadePapi]

I’m not a fan on crossovers, I’m a large sedan guy.. I have a Continental, but with large sedans becoming a dying breed.. I am really impressed with this Nautilus, this may be my next whip

[@thisismagacountry1318]

For the money you're better off with either Lexus SUV.

[@tylerlewis507]

@@thisismagacountry1318 Nah, the RX is pretty outdated and rides worse than this.

[@thisismagacountry1318]

@@tylerlewis507 I was referring to the GX and the LX.

[@tylerlewis507]

@@thisismagacountry1318 the GX and LX are both outdated and are in a different class

[@lawrenceavila9111]

After driving cadillac sedans for 25 years , I finally made the switch to the Nautilus Black Label this year. And I couldn’t be happier. It is actually quieter and smoother than my last XTS, easier to enter and exit, and the gas mileage is much better.

[@alambe7275]

Nice love it it’s our next Lincoln vehicle but with the exterior being that luscious midnight black Color

[@kencoleman8929]

Great review, excellent points! Seems like it's marketed to existing Ford/Lincoln customers, perhaps the new platform can attract sales from other manufacturers.

[@KhrissyDaDon]

This car looks great from all angles!

[@craigadams4143]

....and the white sunglasses are BACK!🙌

[@bradleyscarreviews]

I’m impressed with that acceleration

[@Stressless2023]

Looked like it put him back in the seat a little when he punched it at 16:41 - I was pretty surprised.

[@bradleyscarreviews]

@@Stressless2023 yep

[@btownjhawk]

🤣🤣🤣

[@yes8032]

This thing looks better than most American luxury crossovers

[@Alf.G]

Can't wait for your Genesis GV70 review... 3.5 T V6... O my 🤤

[@devilsrighthandman769]

Took long enough, but lincoln is finally making competitive vehicles again. Wish this much effort would've been put into the continental.

[@michaelmcmillon5933]

Agreed, the continental was kind of crippled but definitely had potential. I believe if it sold a little bit better they probably would have placed it on the aviator/explorer platform considering that’s where the next mustang is rumored to be moving to.

[@mikeslechta6607]

@@michaelmcmillon5933 I sell Lincoln’s, if u ask me it’ll be back by 2025. Waiting for the Lincoln EVs either gonna get one of those of the Mach e gt

[@regalgs51]

The stereo brand is Revel, not THX.

[@hellkitty1014]

Right. Lincoln stopped licensing THX years ago.

[@MrShanester77]

Sure wish the Towncar would come back.

[@lucascarreviews]

Yeah, but it wouldn’t be the same… it would probably have an ecoboost :(

[@dylantoussaintinnocent5920]

Very luxurious nice interior

[@michaellindquist31]

What device do you use for acceleration timing?

[@Bus_211]

I love your videos

[@bigpoppa1992]

Love my 2017 mkx I just wish it had the twin turbo v6 but the 3.7 v6 is plenty powerful.

[@JeanClaud3]

The 3.7 sounds nicer but it's a gas hog in the city

[@aaaepsllcaaaeps4815]

Hi Redlinei kindly need advice from you.Tell me ,is Escalade 6.2 V8,am told it can be driven with 2cylinders ,is that true? If yes is it possible to drive on 2 cylinders in highway at 140KMPH in spot mode 4H? The reasoni want to know is cos gasoline is too expensive in Europe,it’s sold in liter not in gallon as it’s in US. Driving on 2cylinder will be more economical.Please advise

[@adamwro101]

Screen is too big for the placement my opinion , takes up the entire dash. Unlike other big screens the proportions are off

[@jockboy]

I have a 2021, and the screen is not too big, and the proportions aren't off. It doesn't obstruct a thing.

[@DesertDog2]

Just bought a gently used 2021 nautilus. The screen is amazing. Not too big at all.

[@autonewstv86]

*I like it. Lincoln seems to be getting back on their game.* 👍

[@macl9772]

Some dreams are better to be dreams for ever…❤ cant afford it but cant stop looking at it…

[@dtay8913]

Please do a comparison between this and the Cadillac xt5

[@alambe7275]

No comparison Lincoln kicks butt

[@shiv19522]

Hi , did you o to 60 in sports mode ? Thanks

[@Gzzzzzz111]

The sound is always solid. 😂

[@66skate]

2007 was the first year for MKX. I had one. The sound system is Revel, not THX. I just bought t a 23 Nautilus Black Label and love it.

[@kizo172]

Always honest reviews no matter what 👌

[@okhera1]

Very Nice.

[@KM-lz2ch]

Black Label is supposed to be top of the line but, no soft close? Piano black plastic in doors vs wood? "Crappy" graphics? Lag in infotainment? No sunshade or climate control for rear seats (only vents)? Crappy cupholders in rear seat as well. And this is the TOP of the line?! They can do better! Was initially looking at Aviator and a friend told me to check out the Nautilus. And then, I saw the GV70 & GV80 reviews!!! That's where I'm headed, but enjoy seeing what else is out there. Sadly, this one doesn't compare for me😉 Thank you for your thoughtful reviews. They are definitely helpful to someone like me who doesn't know much about cars. But when I see y'all getting excited while test driving..that tells me something!!!

[@ehhser4773]

I need you to do a review of 2022 Tacoma for another round. Thank you for all your great video.

[@issavibez394]

Very nice

[@allenmovies]

You said "THX branded audio system". Lincoln hasn't used THX in a hot minute, this is the Revel audio system, and I believe in this specific trim, it's the Revel Ultima audio.

[@miszced]

I'm an old person car lover. How about detailing the Maserati Levante and the Bentley Bentayga (W12). BTW, new to the channel.

[@lucascarreviews]

I’m starting to like Cadillac’s more… but this is really nice!

[@markv78]

Very nice looking suv. But not fan of the way the screen compromises the view out the windshield it just looks stuck on the dash . The dash is great looking and this screen takes away from the lines and design. Why can't they integrate these screens into the dash vs having them stick up on the dash they should make it at least be able to retract into the dash

[@brianbueno7837]

BAM💥

[@TheCallie52809]

There is one important advantage of owning a Lincoln that you don't hear people talk about. Depending on where you live, if you own a foreign luxury car you may have to travel further from home than you like for service. With Lincoln, you get American luxury and can get service at any Ford dealer. This advantage was at the top of my list when looking for a luxury car. I owned a Mercedes once and traveling to the dealer became an issue, not to mention the inflated price for service.

[@LL-mt2nz]

Lincoln picks up my vehicle and drops off a Lincoln loaner wherever I am at. Your time saved is true luxury.

[@kevinmoore4845]

I really like the look of the interior . However my Telluride was 50k. This is over 10k more. I don't know! In any event , nice review.

[@Stressless2023]

How do you like the Telluride? The wife really wanted one but dealers here are up-charging to the max... Wondering if we should wait until sales cool off or just go in a different direction. This Lincoln would be considerable since she loves the styling and features but we need a 3rd row.

[@Zachman676]

Nice but idk where they got mid century modern from

[@user-ss8ck8kp8h]

The seat looks very narrow and close to the window. Did it feel that way to you?

[@NileshR12]

This doesn’t have a THX sound system, this has the Revel Ultima audio system

[@scottbrawley407]

Another Lincoln Nautilus!

[@natalieadam2]

14:13 dude, did you do a couple of bumps?

[@Sanpedranoazul]

Amazing how these had stood up in time, I thought they were discontinued

[@RLTtizME]

Wut? You still drive a Saturn.

[@Arguy1683]

@@RLTtizME 🤣🤣🤣

[@RLTtizME]

I hope your vision issues have been addressed. If not...contact an eye specialist. I believe you were wall-eyed if I remember correctly.

[@SilverScarletSpider]

How does the Linclon Nautilus compare to the Audi Q5 and Acura RDX?

[@_shubham_s]

That’s Lincoln Aviator territory

[@alexmorangelli3319]

this doesn’t compete with those vehicles

[@renanl1020]

@@alexmorangelli3319 audi q3? And honda hrv

[@dorado0359]

@@_shubham_s The Nautilus is in the same class as both the Q5 and the RDX...look at the specs. The Aviator competes with the Q7 and MDX, again look at the specs.

[@_shubham_s]

@@dorado0359 the Person had Q7 and MDX before, they edited the comment

[@allenmovies]

You said the cargo is on the smaller end, yet it literally offers more space than the X5, XT5, and RX!

[@alengreen589]

Uhh Black Label very nice, no Chrom on the Exterior, Black Leder inside and a lot of Black details in the Interior, good job Lincoln.

[@ivanlowjones]

Chrom and Leder????????

[@alengreen589]

@@ivanlowjones yep, Black Label my friend and don´t forget the Black Alcantara roof.

[@ivanlowjones]

@@alengreen589 I'm still unclear on the chrom and leder upgrades.

[@alengreen589]

@@ivanlowjones normally Black Label or Black Line or Black package means all the shiny Chrom parts outside and inside the car in Black optic and with a black roof + black alloy wheels.

[@tapper701]

Take$ a lot of "Lincoln$" to purcha$e the Lincoln brand line up ... Exterior color works well with design of vehicle, same for interior colors ... Slainte' ! Cheers !

[@ivanlowjones]

I see what you did there 🤑

[@robertgill6714]

Are you sure it’s THX audio?

[@jasonsmith1143]

are Lincoln reliable???

[@dlg5485]

I think the screen is a bit too large for this size of vehicle. 11 or so inches would be more than enough for this cabin. I do love this 2.7 V6 which is the same engine Ford uses int he F150, so it's definitely built strong.

[@brandon6541]

Yea does look a bit big for the interior

[@jockboy]

@@brandon6541 It's not.

[@jockboy]

I've had my 2021 Nautilus for a month, and the screen isn't too big -- and definitely isn't in the way. I love it.

[@hellraiserx9490]

I had several vehicles with the massaging seats and never use them. Too much of a pain in the butt getting to them on the menu

[@robg77]

Sounds like you need them with your butt pain. But I agree, it's annoying when car manufactures hide vehicle functions in the touchscreen.

[@ivanlowjones]

The height of laziness is complaining about a function that requires 10 seconds of actual exertion.

[@CarNut43]

Pretty good gas mileage?! 17mpg???

[@wazgoodjj]

17mpg because of how he drives. If you have a light foot, gas mileage will be better.

[@rudolfschenker]

maybe he meant "pretty good for a fat luxury SUV".

[@gene978]

The mic picks up the wind at higher speed.

[@TheRoyalking761]

I thought it might be the AC but I think you’re right.

[@dodgehemi5045]

Caddy CTS-V wagon used

[@gosman949]

Can you see beyond the touch screen?

[@Stressless2023]

My wife and I had no trouble seeing over it when we test drove in May. Ended up with a Corsair since she liked the smaller size, but that 13" screen was definitely enticing.

[@thisismagacountry1318]

Retitled: The Lincoln Nautilus Black Label is a Luxuriously Appointed Midsize SUV that will see the mechanic far more often than a Highlander or Lexus SUV.

[@alextran8188]

Not really. Powertrain is pretty proven and reliable

[@shaunmiller3342]

I hope they put that screen in the Explorer whenever they do a redesign/refresh

[@vh959]

Too much glare on gauge cluster

[@RLTtizME]

Your comment has no period at the end. Thanks for posting.

[@caraficionado4724]

We have a 2019 Nautilus 2.7T with every option and it has been nothing but problems. Only has 7000 miles.

[@JeanClaud3]

What problems do you have? I also have a 19 with the 2.0 zero issues 20k miles

[@caraficionado4724]

@@JeanClaud3 transmission problems, exhaust smells like rotten eggs, low oil pressure caused by excessive oil consumption, fuel tank straps, just to name a few.

[@Arguy1683]

@@JeanClaud3 I have the same one you have no issues

[@josephharrington130]

What about the transmission though

[@ericmoody4105]

Hey sofyan when are you go to review the new Grand Wagoner and Cherokee L

[@RLTtizME]

Who?

[@Slowwagonftl]

@@RLTtizME the presenter...

[@RLTtizME]

@@Slowwagonftl Who?

[@58631061]

X5 GLE Q7 RIVALS ?

[@dodgehemi5045]

Tune it

[@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175]

Wtf is mid century modern random ass name car companies be saying anything “we took inspiration from 14th century Greece in the design”

[@yayankee1]

Sure this isn't an advertisement.....LOL

[@ericb.9907]

I never understood why one would pay $70k to have a $40k rebadged Ford...the interior is certainly nice but that is such a premium for basically the same car....on the other hand Lexus, Acura ar charging a $5 to 10k over their mainstream brand - How do you compete with them?

[@tylerlewis507]

Not the same car. The Nautilus has a entirely different interior and exterior compared to the edge. This is more premium compared to the Japanese competitors too

[@Arguy1683]

I would never understand why people would buy a rebadged Chevy for 100,000 or a rebadged Toyota or how about a Nissan should I keep going? You make no sense

[@mr.oshawottryana.m.1785]

"...which will smoke any Lexus RX or Acura MDX with their naturally-aspirated engines." However, that also means the Nautilus will tire out faster than them. All that gasoline injected into its engine puts extra pressure on the pistons, resulting in faster wear-out.

[@hellkitty1014]

Yes, the Lexus will run forever, but the MDX will not, given the 9HP transmission and the J-Series V6 that requires the timing belt to be replaced, requiring half of the engine to be torn down to get to.

[@kfx3907]

American quality

[@pooh4519]

America is not about quality, it's about quantity - too many fatties.

[@bmlove81]

Can't you get a Navgaitor for about $75,000?

[@alextran8188]

No. A navigator is about 85k+

[@joskjj3625]

I love the powertrain

[@bingo8789]

I hate when they change absolutely nothing. If I'm paying Aviator 💰 I want my cabin to look totally different.

[@RadDadisRad]

It’s nice but it over priced itself in the market. You can buy an equally equipped vehicle from another manufacturer for $10k less

[@slscamg]

And that’s where Lincoln’s massive discounts come into play. I’m not sure why American manufacturers overprice their cars just to offer a huge discount

[@gosman949]

and what pray tell is that other manufacturer?

[@austinmitchell1586]

Sure if want a Hyundai not near as nice as this.

[@dorado0359]

Leland Hilton: Name a LUXURY BRAND SUV from another manufacturer for $10K less. And I said LUXURY BRAND not NEAR or ALMOST LUXURY BRAND.

[@cosmin42]

@@dorado0359 Genesis GV70 - GV80

[@garrettw99]

The interior looks like a $50k interior to me. The center console with the cheap-looking buttons will blind the driver. They were shining all over the cabin in the driving portion

[@wazgoodjj]

A fully spec out Chevy Trailblazer is around 53k and has a crappy and cheap feeling interior compared to this.

[@garrettw99]

@@wazgoodjj yeah, but the Trailblazer also has a crappy interior for the money. Compare this interior to a Genesis GV70. You’re comparing the interior of a Chevy and a Lincoln. Trailblazer and Nautilus don’t compete anyway

[@irishuwould5185]

These huge touch screens are really getting annoying. Soon they will be as big as the windshield and you’ll have to hang out of the window like ace vintura

[@attackroflchopter4403]

I think we have a few more years of them then car makers will integrate them into the dash and claim its more 'sleek and elegant'... I've hated the tablets from day one. Im pissed the new civic still has them.

[@Carfan678]

@@attackroflchopter4403 their gonna do what Mercedes did with the new c and s class still a tablet screen but not above the dash blocking ur view

[@rogerlewis1361]

When it gets as big as the windshield then it will become the windshield like their going to do on jetliners

[@erickessen1443]

Who’s else thinks that it looks like a first gen Audi Q7

[@FLJAMESFL]

70 g’s I’m done. Wow.

[@aayonce4]

Yeah not worth is at all. Buy used ! Not worth 55k let alone 70k

[@jimb8695]

@@aayonce4 Used Lincolns are not worth it either. They have reliability issues. If you want a luxury vehicle go with Lexus.

[@wazgoodjj]

Guess you didn't pay attention to the whole video. He states multiple times that dealerships offer huge incentives on this SUV.

[@FLJAMESFL]

@@wazgoodjj I did watch the full video. For those prices, I’m in Lexus Territory. And we all know which vehicle will be worth more and last longer at the end of the day.

[@rrange]

Where’s this whistling noise coming from

[@mojorisin7317]

Lincoln would have been better served if they chose to make this Nautilus a rwd platform, hence a baby Aviator. Then BMW, Mercedes etc would be a competitor. This really should just be a Edge. Still a great vehicle but the luxury brand variants should have their own identities and architectures and set itself apart from their generic brand. For $70k sounds like good old America nickle and dime nonsense.

[@Furieas]

that key fob looks very similar to BMW's 2015 fob

[@pooh4519]

So what!

[@tri3pleagent]

This needed the update badly. I really think this vehicle could be a segment leader.

[@Rance53]

🥇

[@BLACKNOY0979]

Lincoln all the way….

[@jwpratt1947]

THX stereo? Are you sure? Revel.

[@spyderlogan4992]

It's Revel.

[@jwpratt1947]

@@spyderlogan4992 Of course it is. The THX is the previous generation of Lincoln steros...

[@lions208436]

Too bad Ford indicated this will be discontinued according to Car and Driver

[@justinfontaine5539]

Who at 65k would chose his over the new Genesis GV70 3.5 for the same money? And that white steering wheel will be filthy in a year..

[@hellkitty1014]

Interesting that Lincoln skipped over the Aviator and Navigator to give the Nautilus a far more impressive infotainment screen. I wish Lincoln would rework the digital cluster. Its just so blah, especially with what Cadillac, Audi, and MB are pumping out.

[@bradenkun]

Glad Lincoln is doing better! They look so much better since the brand refresh a few years back. but I can’t help but have 0 interest in anything other than the navigator mostly. Old man vehicles. I work in funerals and Lincoln’s and Cadillacs are the norm. We drive an ‘18 MKZ for the lead car and honestly it’s the lamest luxury car I’ve ever seen and it’s not even base model lol

[@dodgehemi5045]

Cash 4 Clunkers in 2030 ?