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2022 Lincoln Nautilus: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Lincoln Nautilus has no major changes. The main updates are minor reshuffling of paint choices and option packages following the substantial 2021 interior and technology refresh.
About the 2022 Lincoln Nautilus
1st-generation Nautilus (2019-2023), second year after the 2021 interior and tech refresh, and the year before the lightly changed 2023 model and all-new 2024 redesign.
Lincoln positions the Nautilus as a calm, comfort-first two-row midsize luxury SUV. The brand leans heavily on the idea of a quiet, serene cabin, easy-to-use technology, and a smooth ride rather than sporty handling. For most shoppers, Nautilus stands out with its roomy interior, large touchscreen, standard safety tech, and relaxed road manners. It is the Lincoln choice for buyers who want upscale comfort and simple daily usability more than aggressive performance.
The base Nautilus focuses on quiet comfort and everyday convenience, with heated power front seats and a 13.2-inch touchscreen. Reserve adds leather-trimmed heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic glass roof, and navigation, while Black Label pairs richer cabin materials with a twin-turbo V6 and AWD.
What changed, by category
Styling
Paint choices and option packages were reshuffled, but the exterior received no meaningful redesign.
2022 Lincoln Nautilus specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Twin Turbo, 2.7 Liter | V6, Twin Turbo, 2.7 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / 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 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 25 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 250 hp | 250–335 hp | 335 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 280–380 lb-ft | 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 | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| Heated Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | |||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Power Mirrors | |||
| Rear Spoiler | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| 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 | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2022 Lincoln Nautilus redesigned?
No. The 2022 Nautilus is largely a carryover from 2021, when Lincoln introduced the major cabin and technology update. Its next full redesign arrived for 2024.
What changed from the 2021 Nautilus to the 2022 Nautilus?
Only minor paint and option-package details changed. The engines, 8-speed automatic transmission, 13.2-inch touchscreen, and standard safety suite carried over without meaningful model-wide revisions.
Did the 2022 Lincoln Nautilus get a new engine?
No. The core engine lineup carried over: Standard and Reserve use a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, while Black Label has a twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 with AWD.
Does every 2022 Lincoln Nautilus have the large touchscreen?
Yes. Every 2022 Nautilus trim has a 13.2-inch touchscreen with the SYNC 4 system, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Did the 2022 Nautilus add new standard safety features?
No. There was no new model-wide safety update for 2022; the Lincoln Co-Pilot360 safety suite remained standard.
2022 Lincoln Nautilus Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Lincoln Nautilus.
4.3
2022 Lincoln Nautilus
(151 reviews)
“Luxury and comfort are the keys to this Lincoln vehicle. This is by far the nicest, enthralling vehicle we have ever owned and are sold on the benefits on a personal level, it totally meets our family's needs.”
“This is my third Lincoln vehicle - my next vehicle will be another Lincoln for sure. I love my Nautilus too. Excellent reliable car.”