The 2022 Lincoln Navigator Is A Pleasantly Updated Flagship Luxury SUV

The #LincolnNavigator was the first American large truck based SUV when it came to market back in 1998. #Lincoln gave the #Navigator a magnificent redesign back in 2018 and it created a world-class luxury SUV that could challenge its rival Cadillac and even a few European luxury brands. For 2022, the Navigator gets extensive changes to keep it fresh against the redesigned Cadillac Escalade and newly introduced Jeep Grand Wagoneer. The result is a more competitive entry that offers even more luxury, tech, space, and refinement to justify its six-figure price tag.
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[@mbrwn25]

LOVE that the Lincoln has door handles that you actually pull and interior buttons. Some of us don't want all this touch screen b.s. everywhere in your car. Good looking vehicle!

[@triplecanopy5364]

Agree, I like to look at the road, glance at scenery versus being buried in a large screen and sub-menus, love having buttons to reach for without taking eyes off the road for simple functions.

[@aserr.0]

Love how Lincoln also has a V8 and doesn’t pitch into a nosedive when it brakes, or how it has good magnetic suspension…ah wait nvm

[@TeXasDadBod]

Is your phone touch screen ? Or buttons ?? 😝

[@johnq4354]

I guess you don’t like to use iphone, because it has a touch screen

[@mybro727]

Right because Lincoln isn’t playing catch-up and didn’t just upgrade their 10-inch screen to a larger 13-inch *touchscreen.*

[@AL-pu7ux]

Lincoln’s themed interiors are so classy. Love the green leather. This vehicle defined the category in 2018 and still does.

[@MrTblackmon]

The 2017 Lincoln Continental was the first Lincoln to adapt Lincoln’s new design language and the perfect positioning seats. The Navigator was the first SUV to get the treatment in the Lincoln family.

[@ThatColtGuy]

I thought so

[@keithbowers5255]

I love my #Continental

[@angeleenasworld7194]

@@keithbowers5255 I like the continental more than a rolls..Great taste u got there buddy

[@baronvonjo1929]

Honestly love the looks of it. I think the 3 luxury SUVs offer their own thing.

[@yusyzygy3512]

The zooming in this video is all over the place lmao

[@TheIowaGunkle]

You can tell they are new. It was actually a little nauseating to watch.

[@joepitcher8084]

@@TheIowaGunkle IC

[@klefusmcdonald2644]

I really respect sofyan style of presentation skillset, hope I meet this dude someday at a random Chipotle or Starbucks lol. It would be nice if sofyan did a q and a, talks cars to shop, cars to avoid, cars to hold of on, cars to hold off for, would be awesome!

[@RLTtizME]

Who?

[@mason9483]

@@RLTtizME the reviewer’s name is Sofyan

[@RLTtizME]

@@mason9483 Who?

[@dcnative10]

27:38 Robert flipped the bird to the Sienna. I love the naturalness and real world coming in. Not a fan of self driving. Too much can go wrong.

[@nicholassmith7048]

Wow, Lincoln actually found some designers and engineers who hadn't failed TAILLLIGHTS 101 and fitted this thing with amber rear indicator lights.

[@triplecanopy5364]

I'm still driving my Navigator L from 2011, only 100K miles; it goes like the first 100 miles with no significant repairs and unbelievable comfort. Do have the air suspension and every available option, don't think you can beat it. Look forward to purchasing another, but the Premium Gas requirement is a tad of a turn-off, but then again, we don't put a lot of miles on ours to worry about it. ELectric sounds excellent, but towing distance will not be possible for a long time. - 6 seconds, don't see the need in a 6000lb vehicle. Remember that is about a Porche 911 time in 2000. The first curve, forget about sports handing. Mileage ratings on the Ford Lighting are about 300-350. You can cut that in half with any trailer of significant weight and spend most of your day driving at charging stations. Love the new seats, but the old ones aren't that bad, still better than 90% of new cars on the road. S ze, room, seat room are still the same as in 2011. 5.4-liter engines are known for going quickly 200K with all your maintenance. Ye s, 11 years, I blacked out my chrome with vinyl wrap; Lincoln needs to drop some of the big chrome panels. T at style was dead 10 years ago. Still, the best riding vehicle I have ever owned and the most extended vehicle ever owned. T e self-driving looks poor, but as with any other car that I have rented, it seems the technology just isn't there yet, buzzers, seat vibrations, lane veering with any manufacture. O er $70K back then, amazingly with the excellent condition and maintenance and 100K miles can still get $20K plus in today's market. N t terrible after 11 years of use. Good help with my next purchase. Thanks for the great review.

[@AlexGarcia-ur4hj]

Such a beautiful suv. It looks so clean, exterior and interior, unlike the Escalade that has a bunch of cuts and super small third row windows. The column gets on your way and makes you feel super uncomfortable. Lincoln also has the best third row seats with plenty of legroom, plus they recline, and you have easy sliding access through the second row. This is a refresh unlike the Cadillac that is a complete redesign and this still looks so much nicer. I love how they hide the door handles and how everything is symmetrical, and how the second row seats offers the center consul. I have a 2017 Navigator L Black Label, I’m considering updating to this refresh.

[@trumani13]

Rob always looks like he’s watching out for cops 🙂

[@maverickreviewed7894]

Navigator definitely is the top choice between the Escalade Sport Plat(best exterior) and Grand Wagoneer. Reasons why: 1.better mpg 2.better interior materials, hard to find cost cutting materials in the Nav vs all the plastic touch pieces in the Escalade. 3. better reliability 4. Better service department(Jeep is the worst of the three) 5.no air suspension to fail after 50k miles. Air suspension is overrated and has many leak issues. This is why Lexus LX uses hydraulic suspension which on average last 85k miles and is easier to maintain. 6.I found after driving all three, the Nav to be the most comfortable and have the quieter interior. My take on it, the Escalade is a Peacock SUV for those who like to be flashy and the Wagoneer is weirdly boxy and the service department is not a place to take $100k suv to when you’re spending that kind of money and Jeeps have horrible reliability, so having a bare bones service dept. and expecting a higher level of service is not going to happen. Escalade is great upfront but the 2nd row is very cheap when compared to the black label Nav. for the same money.The trend of big oled screens is actually more distracting, not a fan. Just my .02

[@benjiarehart2878]

All points that I 100% agree with, and why I would definitely pick this one of all the choices you referred. I've own a Jeep before. Never again. The Jeep's price is also over 110k. Nice suv, but not for that price i.m.o.

[@AutoEnthusiastJC]

The front grille makes this one look like it is older than pre-facelifted one. Odd choice with the chrome bar indentation.

[@michaels2470]

Agreed regarding the chrome chin. They don’t have that on the Reserve model. I really don’t understand Lincoln’s obsession with chrome. That’s really their biggest drawback.

[@Slainself]

Nope u can get it without that shit and it's beautiful, dunno why this guy chose this

[@michaels2470]

@@Slainself the special edition package doesn’t black out the chrome chin on the 2022 Black label. Only the roof, grill, wheels and side mirrors. I agree it’s still the best looking version of the Navigator and ultimately the one I would choose.

[@mrgold3591]

I can see these types of land yacht sells declining because of gas prices, supply chain issues, and chip shortage. Adding the Aviator's 3.0L hybrid engine with 494hp/630tq would be a good option with today's gas prices

[@danielboone94]

sales*

[@Alex-pu3ef]

Sofyan is the most professional guy for car reviews! Best environment, description, such a pleasure to listen ,this guy makes Doug demuro a joke but people like stupidity nowadays! Proud of you Sofyan!

[@TruthFLA]

I really like that interior. Actually, i like the exterior as well. That dark green is gorgeous

[@AubreyBeauford]

Great review as usual and thanks for knowing the hp had decreased for it seems other reviewers isn’t aware of this fact.

[@richardrybarczyk1143]

Always liked the Navigator. Actually prefer this model when compared to Cadillac or Grand Wagoneer. The exterior on the navigator is a stylish vehicle but my number 1 priority is the interior. The interior on the navigator and other Lincoln vehicles just gives you that luxurious feeling. The only low point, in my opinion, is losing the V-8. Having an 8 cylinder just gives you a better feeling than a turbo V-6.

[@nealfry2230]

" I'll Always Love Lincoln Motor Company "

[@tww15tube]

Been waiting for this!!

[@Cesar-kj2sc]

Great well detailed review. Keep up the hard work.

[@EricFortuneJr.]

That black appearance package looks good.

[@sjws89]

Just ordered a 2022 standard Navigator yesterday. Hopefully here by Christmas. This video was helpful, as there were no Navigators on the lot to even test drive or sit in.

[@mattwoollam9780]

New camera work!! First time seeing zoom! And first time seeing digital dash display on camera!! Beautiful SUV!! Good work!!👌

[@chigasaki06]

I think it looks better than the Escalade.

[@JoeyJr702]

Nice ride. And this video was great. Had me laughing after the hands-free comment and when the middle finger was appropriately displayed. Lol

[@davidb5889]

The Manhattan green is the best color I've seen. I want one!

[@thegoodstick3985]

Active glide hands on 🤣🤣🤣. The Lincoln executives probably didn't think about what that actually meant before rolling it out which is funny because they do a lot of research into this.

[@stevef5490]

New camera equipment? Some of those zooms and pans were a bit abrupt.

[@JA-no8in]

Lincoln is making some bold plays in the luxury SUV realm. I dig it. Also noticed Rob doing some unique videography during the review. Different camera maybe, or just trying something different?

[@BARSSTUDIO]

Excellent review!. One of the best videos I saw on KZbin. What was the tool you had on windshield to measure a 0-60? Thanks

[@realme4107]

dragy

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Wow, I been waiting for this one. Also I totally love the paint job on this vehicle as well. Also I rather get this vehicle over it's competition. But great review sofyan.

[@audaciousifti]

idk what you're talking about Rob, that was the sexiest audio I've ever heard

[@josephivey645]

Wow. 🤩 I’m sold on the green combo alone.

[@jacobbio]

I love the design

[@jameshayes7937]

I love my Lincoln.

[@casperkasperski1914]

Great video, you know your stuff. Where did you get the info that premium fuel is required?

[@usmantariq7997]

That's a beautiful scenery at the start of the video

[@lexuslife9751]

Great video

[@jravishing]

No need to apologize. The video was good, informative and funny.

[@MR.F30]

We got the 2020 Lincoln Corsair Reserve and thats just as great!

[@okhera1]

Very Nice Bro! Get Good people!

[@mhassouneh]

That green color is really nice. Would be my choice 👍

[@djsthemetereman]

Very nice looking truck & the ride I'm sure is Cadillac escalade like

[@Dwizzle2023]

Not sure if you guys changed your camera, but this video was really crisp looking. Edit, it was the iPhone wasn’t it? Lol.

[@joeyearls7988]

My guess is that ActiveGlide (and subsequently BlueCruise) wasn't as effective due to the type of sunglasses you are wearing. There is a section in the owner's manuals about BlueCruise in the MME (p.237); "The driver-facing camera may not operate correctly due to any of the following...wearing glasses or sunglasses that are too dark or reflective." Chances are the Lincoln manual includes the same info.

[@Devin.Kurant]

The Navigator is turning into your Granddaddy's SUV again. The Escalade V is where the helm is.

[@aserr.0]

Couldn’t agree more, Escalades got a more progressive and dramatic high tech interior with a high performance variant on the way

[@DeadofWinter321]

Escalades are junk and have the most customer complaints.

[@karlhenry9031]

Perfect position, Active Glide, Blue Cruise, this is one very naughty Lincoln!

[@GaryBoyd02]

I am just wondering does the Active Glide system need to be serviced on a regular basis? Oh and wet it is raining does it have a Wet Glide feature? Asking for a friend.

[@brianwinkler8183]

The Navigator is still a great interior, and am glad it’s not all screen, like the Escalade or the GW. I just wish 20” wheels could be had in the Black Label, to help the ride.

[@Slainself]

Yes..the GW and escalade are wayy too gimmicky providing screens in unnecessary areas..Lincoln keeps it real and is also more reliable than those two, and yes it has 22" option ig

[@codycrawford2385]

These are beautiful SUVs, what song is that at the beginning? I’ve been trying to find and can’t, it’s funny to see the green seats and stuff, glad to see Lincoln doing this, my fiancé would love this bc of New York

[@meeralrafee1875]

Weird that the expedition gets a bigger screen.

[@jackgann6890]

Well with the headlights the old nav was the only one with 2 bars in the headlight all the other cars had the one since it is there biggest vehicle i actually found it very cool with the 2 bars

[@oldschool1928]

27:38 watch the birdie!!

[@mybro727]

Also, the L version of the Navigator does *not* give you more space in the third row. It only increases the cargo space _behind_ the third row. The Cadillac Escalade is the only one that increases both third row leg room _and_ the space behind the third row when you opt for a extended version (Escalade ESV).

[@AlexGarcia-ur4hj]

Because it doesn’t need more space. It has plenty. Plus they recline. The Ford Expedition and the Lincoln Navigator have had the best third leg room, comfortable enough for adults, for like 14+ years now.

[@raymondaltinzi3152]

I have a 2020 Expedition Max (Limited Stealth) and can confirm this. I am an average height man and can fit fine in the third row, even with the second row all the way back.

[@mhzheng2782]

The extra space behind the 3rd row is for the FBI agents and their machine guns

[@mybro727]

@@AlexGarcia-ur4hj What are you talking about? The point went right over your head. The Suburban doesn’t exist because the Tahoe is too small or doesn’t offer enough space. The Tahoe doesn’t need more space either. The Suburban is offered to customers who *want* _more_ third row space as well as cargo space behind the third row. Ford does not offer this in the Expedition Max/Navigator. _That_ was the point.

[@AlexGarcia-ur4hj]

@@mybro727 Ford has offered better sitting space at the third row since 2007. Tahoe only got the rear independent suspension until 2021. Quite late to the game if you ask me!

[@dmoney668]

Gorgeous

[@juancarraballo9731]

menn gotta love this navi really. good video tho.

[@johndorsey7510]

Right on time

[@vfg4evr192]

I'd give that Wisconsin cheesehead the bird too. The navi looks good but seems like the target demographic is stuck in time.

[@deccan1194]

I don't know.. there's something about the exterior that still looks unpolished. The Escalade is so clean it can go toe to toe with the Range Rover but I feel like Lincoln and Lexus actually are struggling in the design section. The interior is crazy but this dosent have the same presence and the Escalade.

[@Stressless2023]

I kind of agree, always felt like something was either missing from or needed to be added to the exterior design of these. I do like the tail lights of this slightly better. One thing I don't like right off the bat is no exposed exhaust tips in back, or even duals at all. Lincoln went a little overboard on the extra chrome of this "chromed" trim level too, makes it look a little dated.

[@gabevillarreal96]

I agree 100%! It needed an ALL NEW redesign! Not a re-fresh! TO ME it looks like a expedition in a suit. The escalade is Absolutely very very distinguished from Tahoe suburban and Yukon. More so than this Lincoln is. I do like the interior, I don't love it though.

[@kyle8523]

The chrome looks good

[@triplecanopy5364]

Skip the Range Rover, had a 2007 HSE that put off retirement off a year. Always in the dealer, with long waits for parts, and then back again, they would even scratch their heads. Got to know the general manager so well in repair almost had him over for holidays. Still in the basement of JD Powers and Consumer Reports 15 years later. Yes, they look the best, but you will be driving their least expensive small SUV as your loaner than your vehicle. In addition, no storage room, no square feet. Range Rover, Ford, and now Tata (India) who have owned them, can never get those British electrical systems correct. Worst vehicle ever in 50 years driving. Worst entertainment syncing with phones terrible, screens go out constantly.

[@ThatColtGuy]

I agree but I will say Cadillac messed up when they changed the headlights to the new ones now, the out-going Escalade headlights were way more bold and distinctive….. but other then that I agree

[@darrylwallace2428]

What a beautiful vehicle. I would love to have one for myself, god willing.

[@surfsideken9887]

Nice looking Navigator.

[@jamesdaple9951]

Nice job Lincoln!

[@kobbycrentsil2859]

I really like the interior color 👌

[@itzjdub282]

This looks like a fancy Expedition

[@jghall00]

That's what it is. Materials in my Expedition (2017) suck. This would be a nice upgrade since I drive slow while towing.

[@Mr.sassaman]

New camera man this time? lol. They really love the zoom.

[@franciswong1025]

😂

[@jghall00]

Whats the payload? Can you get one with a trailer brake controller? Everyone towing wants Powerboost. It can run the camper AC. Ford is waiting for the Expedition refresh to add it.

[@BS-ij5wq]

Lol Sofyan …I see a new tshirt in your future! “Redline reviews now featuring Active Glide HANDS FREE!😈”

[@hamaali479]

lincoln nailed it love lincoln

[@peeschamp]

nah dude u kool , No need for apologies I'm been watching you for years watching cars I can't afford for the way you explain it and the way you show it is fun to look at anyway

[@benjaminkohl342]

If you count the segment as only the Caddy and Jeep, this is the first to have a massaging second row and second to have a ventillated second row, but the GLS which is a genuine competitor for most has offered those features now for 2.5 years.

[@HVD23]

Where do you buy your shades ?

[@Thetimingwizard]

Caddy and jeep wagoneer got nice looking interiors.

[@TeXasDadBod]

One thing I personally hate wether it bothers anyone else or not is when the headliner is a tan color or grey and from the bottom of the pillar down to the carpet is black . Ok black hides the dirty footwell yata yata yata but it’s so much nicer when the headliner is the same color whatever that may be . If you get in most actual high end suvs like Bentley , Lamborghini , Porsche the headliner is always matching . Even Audi offers matching headliner these days if you choose specific packages . Tell me the giant Pano roof isn’t enough to make it bright airy enough to not have to use light colors up top . I like the suv as a whole it’s great for huge families who can afford it . They are missing a mini fridge like the new Escalade ,Lexus LX and Jeep Wagoneer have . I also would appreciate if the third row could lay back a bit which would make it feel a bit more roomy in my opinion. As always great review !

[@Trump-Is-YourDaddy]

I have a 2012 Navigator Limited. This is beautiful, but I love my 5.4L V8. If Lincoln makes a Navi with a supercharged V8 ill be interested.

[@samastra1066]

Did you guys film this with the iPhone 13 pro? Video looks way better!

[@brianlubeck8767]

When will they put the powerboost / Hybrid engine ???

[@SallySlater0077]

I have the HUD in my 2018 accord and it's 1200 to replace the windshield. Definitely not something I expected

[@elliottmanning4116]

17:06 There is a button on the pillar to move the second row seats to get to the third row.

[@benjiarehart2878]

I've own a 2018 Limited QX-80, and love it. But after seeing the reviews of the Navigator. Thinking about switching over. Looked at most of the competition. Escalade, Waggoner, Lexus, Range Rover, and for the price, and what you get with the Lincoln. Definitely leaning toward it. The Escalade is nice, as id the Waggoner, and others but all have a higher price point. I've owned a Jeep Grand Cherokee, and had a lot of trouble with it. So the Waggoner is definitely not in the running. Especially for its price. Great review.

[@SharkBoy87]

I was always a huge Infiniti fan for years, way back since my M45. Then the IPL vehicles were so nice looking. I have to say though that quality is FAR superior in the Lincoln. I have a '23 and it's unlike even the Escalade, which is already very, very nice.

[@amberdean458]

Your passenger is adorable. 🤣🥰

[@kreigerbailey3550]

Portland, JAMAICA in the Building !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@randytroy9727]

Very good looking vehicle

[@Veyronp87]

yeah IDK this is still my favorite large luxury SUV. i dont care that it doesn't have ridiculous screens. thats a selling point

[@mastero21]

27:37 - Middle Finger. Lol.

[@boranars79]

Look is love 💝💝💝💝

[@vinnybruce2874]

That would be cool if the Black edition has the Chrome black from the bottom bumper and the trimming on the rear fascia lighting chrome bar where the license plate is.

[@RelizEkpoJnr]

Sofyan must be a workaholic 😅. Won't you rest? Great review

[@pfwww12]

Also if youve seen it move on the streets it accelerates as quick as a car and maneuvers very sports like

[@amandahampton81]

i love the navigator but im disappointed it doesn't offer a digital rear-view camra, the 2021 traverse has it.

[@EnthusiastCarHangar]

I think Lincoln could have added a hybrid to the engines to be more competitive. Love Lincoln though.

[@TontoGoldstein81]

These vehicles are way out of my price range, but I live between two neighbors, one has a 2020 Navigator and the other 2021 Escalade. I'm not sure if the Escalade neighbor just got bad luck with a lemon, but seeing what he has gone through, if I were in the market for these behemoths, I'd defintely go with the Nav. Nothing wrong with the Nav yet, but the Escalade seems to have been in the dealership more than in my neighbor's driveway. I haven't asked too much about it, but I do know he had problems with the camera system (none of them worked, or wouldn't show on his screen) and the cruise control, which also effects the Caddy hands free driving system, whatever that's called.

[@BloodySoup74]

Didn't I just watch a video about that?? I wonder if it's the same guy? He leased it and they let him just give it back. Now he drives a new Mercedes

[@TontoGoldstein81]

@@BloodySoup74 I guess its a common problem? My neighbor didn't get a new Mercedes, he has a Ram that he drives as a daily while his Caddy is in dealership.

[@BloodySoup74]

@@TontoGoldstein81 I believe it's a common problem. It sucks spending all that money and have to keep going back to the dealership to try to rectify the situation over and over.

[@IntothewestOkotoks]

I think the “2 or 3 memory” settings on cars now is so old fashion. These expensive vehicles should just be able to recognize me and set the memory settings accordingly.

[@mark_u]

Love the interior. Looks better than the latest Lexus LX.

[@naveenthemachine]

Agreed. I was right all along. The navigator that’s dated destroys the brand new LX before it even went on sale. I warned you all I was right but you all shut me down. It’s your own fault that i was right

[@DeadofWinter321]

And looks classier than the new Escalade as well.

[@maya00795]

Vary nice 👌🏻👌🏻🤘🏻👍🏻

[@alberto4509]

This camera is good? i feel it jumps too much when zooming... also a bit too much noise or am i just too picky? (maybe stoned lol)

[@Blank00]

How come this car has the older steering wheel instead of the same one from the Aviator?

[@Hauler24]

Trying to find one is tough. I've been looking with my partner and we are hoping to get a black label in the next few weeks.

[@111danish111]

How are you so calm driving around with the T1000 in the passenger seat ?!

[@MrHappygolfer]

STARTS at $76,000 !! I know I'm being an oldie, but I remember when I was around 13 yrs old, with my dad, lookie-louing at the Cadillac dealership, and being gobsmacked by the $7,000 price tags on moderately equipped DeVilles.

[@RjTheTrigun]

This is America. Prices of everything is going up whilst pay has been stagnant. Politicians don't talk about it and they wonder why they can't get people to work for those jobs anymore.