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2020 Lincoln Nautilus: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus is a simpler three-trim lineup after Lincoln dropped the Select trim. Otherwise, this is a quiet carryover year, with the same basic design and engines as 2019.
About the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus
First-generation Nautilus (2019-2023), second model year after Lincoln renamed and refreshed the former MKX.
Lincoln positions the Nautilus as a calm, quiet two-row luxury SUV for buyers who care more about comfort and easy daily use than aggressive handling. Its pitch centers on a serene cabin, smooth turbo power, a roomy interior, and a strong set of standard driver-assist features. Compared with sharper-driving rivals, the Nautilus is the softer, more relaxed choice, aimed at effortless commuting and road-trip comfort.
The 2020 Nautilus starts with a well-equipped base trim focused on quiet comfort, heated power seats, an 8-inch touchscreen, and standard driver-assist features. Reserve adds richer leather, heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic roof, navigation, and upgraded Revel audio. Black Label tops the range with a twin-turbo V6, AWD, Venetian leather, a 19-speaker Revel Ultima system, and a more complete set of driver-assist features.
What changed, by category
Lineup
Lincoln dropped the Select trim, reducing the range from four trims to three: base Nautilus, Reserve, and Black Label.
Safety
Black Label gained the Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Plus driver-assist package as standard, including adaptive cruise control, lane centering, a 360-degree camera, active park assist, and evasive steering assist. On Reserve, adaptive cruise control changed from standard to optional.
2020 Lincoln Nautilus specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.7 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Twin Turbo, 2.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 8-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 8-Spd w/SelectShift |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 19–20 mpg | 19–20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 25–26 mpg | 25–26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 250–335 hp | 250–335 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 280–380 lb-ft | 280–380 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 68.8 cu-ft | 68.8 cu-ft | 68.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39.6 in | 39.6 in | 39.6 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Adaptive Headlights | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Satellite Radio | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | |||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Rear Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Steering Wheel | |||
| Power Driver Seat | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Remote Start | |||
| Ventilated Front Seats | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus?
The biggest change is the removal of the Select trim. The 2020 lineup consists of the base Nautilus, Reserve, and Black Label.
Is the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus a redesign?
No, the 2020 Nautilus is not a redesign. Its body, cabin layout, engines, and underlying structure largely carry over from 2019.
Did the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus get new engines?
No, the engines carry over from 2019. The lineup retains a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6.
Did the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus get new safety features?
The standard Lincoln Co-Pilot360 safety suite carries over across the lineup, but Black Label gained Co-Pilot360 Plus as standard equipment. That package includes adaptive cruise control, lane centering, a 360-degree camera, active park assist, and evasive steering assist; adaptive cruise control changed from standard to optional on Reserve.
Is the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus much different from the 2019 model?
No, the 2020 Nautilus is mostly the same vehicle as the 2019 model. The main differences are the dropped Select trim and revised driver-assist equipment on Reserve and Black Label.
2020 Lincoln Nautilus Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Lincoln Nautilus.
4.3
2020 Lincoln Nautilus
(170 reviews)
“This car drives great. It is comfortable, responds how I want, is quiet and feels safe. A bonus is the gorgeous interior and the sound system is wonderful.”
“Vehicle is very comfortable and seats are very nice. Overall my vehicle has a great ride and it makes a person feel special.”
Sources
- media.lincoln.com — 2019 / Nautilus / 19 Nautilus Tech Specs
- media.lincoln.com — 11 / 20 / Sanctuary Refined New Lincoln Nautilus
- media.lincoln.com — 2021 / Nautilus / 2021 Lincoln Nautilus TechSpecs
- media.lincoln.com — 2019 / Nautilus / 19 Nautilus Black Label
- media.lincoln.com — 11 / 20 / Sanctuary Refined New Lcoln Nautilus