Lincoln Navigator 0–60 Times
The Lincoln Navigator 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 27 verified production tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more. A further 1 modified or prototype run is listed by year but kept out of every record and average, per our methodology.
The fastest tested production Lincoln Navigator is the 2025 Lincoln Navigator Black Label, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.10 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.70 seconds at 102.0 mph, according to Motor Trend.
The slowest tested production Lincoln Navigator is the 2003 Lincoln Navigator Ultimate, which took 10.30 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.60 seconds at 82.0 mph, according to MotorWeek.
Across the 27 verified production tests of the Lincoln Navigator, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.91 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 15.19 seconds at 91.89 mph.
Separately, 1 modified or prototype run is on record for the Lincoln Navigator, led by the 1999 Lincoln Navigator Premium (preproduction) at 7.70 seconds. These are not stock configurations and are excluded from the figures above.
Fastest 0–60 5.10sec 2025 Black Label · stock
Average 0–60 6.91sec Across 27 production runs
Fastest Modified 7.70sec 1999 Premium (preproduction) · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 15.19sec @ 91.9 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 10.30sec 2003 Ultimate
Across 27 verified production runs, the Lincoln Navigator ranges from 5.10 to 10.30 seconds 0–60, with a 6.91-second average. 1 modified or prototype run is recorded separately and excluded from this range.
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Lincoln Navigator Performance Overview
Lincoln’s full-size SUV has been tracked across 27 verified tests spanning 1998 to 2025, including 26 production examples and 1 modified vehicle. Early Navigators established a slow-to-moderate baseline with naturally aspirated gasoline V8 power ranging from 230 to 300 hp: the 1998 SUV reached 60 mph in 10.2 seconds, the 1999 SUV cut that to 8.5 seconds, and the second-generation 2003 Ultimate was recorded at 9.3 seconds, even though the slowest test in the dataset was a 10.3-second 2003 Ultimate run.
The third-generation 2007-2017 model marked the major shift in pace. It began with naturally aspirated V8 output before moving to twin-turbocharged EcoBoost power, expanding the range to 380 hp and dropping acceleration substantially; the 2007 Ultimate ran 0-60 in 8.3 seconds, while the 2015 Reserve EcoBoost reached 60 mph in 6.2 seconds.
Since the 2018 launch of the fourth generation, the Navigator has settled into its quickest period, powered exclusively by twin-turbo gasoline V6s rated from 440 to 450 hp. The 2018 Reserve set a 5.4-second benchmark, the 2021 Black Label improved to 5.2, and today the quickest recorded production result is the 5.1-second 2025 Black Label, which also posts the model’s best 13.7-second quarter-mile at 102 mph.
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Lincoln Navigator 0–60 Times by Generation: 1st gen to 4th gen
4 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Production Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th gen | 2018–present | 5.70s | 5.10s — 2025 Black Label | 14 | The 4th gen generation (2018–present) averaged 5.70 seconds to 60 mph across 14 production tests, led by the 2025 Black Label at 5.10 seconds. Output ranged from 440 to 450 hp across 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 configurations. |
| 3rd gen | 2007–2017 | 6.74s | 6.20s — 2015 Reserve EcoBoost | 5 | The 3rd gen generation (2007–2017) averaged 6.74 seconds to 60 mph across 5 production tests, led by the 2015 Reserve EcoBoost at 6.20 seconds. Output ranged from 300 to 380 hp across 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6, 3.5L twin-Turbo V6, 5.4L V8 configurations. |
| 2nd gen | 2003–2006 | 9.70s | 9.30s — 2003 Ultimate | 3 | The 2nd gen generation (2003–2006) averaged 9.70 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 2003 Ultimate at 9.30 seconds. Output was 300 hp across 5.4L V8 configurations. |
| 1st gen | 1998–2002 | 9.73s | 8.50s — 1999 SUV | 4 | The 1st gen generation (1998–2002) averaged 9.73 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 1999 SUV at 8.50 seconds. Output ranged from 230 to 300 hp across 5.4L V8 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average. |
4th gen 2018–present
Avg 0–60 5.70s
Fastest 5.10s
Tests 14
2025 Black Label
The 4th gen generation (2018–present) averaged 5.70 seconds to 60 mph across 14 production tests, led by the 2025 Black Label at 5.10 seconds. Output ranged from 440 to 450 hp across 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 configurations.
3rd gen 2007–2017
Avg 0–60 6.74s
Fastest 6.20s
Tests 5
2015 Reserve EcoBoost
The 3rd gen generation (2007–2017) averaged 6.74 seconds to 60 mph across 5 production tests, led by the 2015 Reserve EcoBoost at 6.20 seconds. Output ranged from 300 to 380 hp across 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6, 3.5L twin-Turbo V6, 5.4L V8 configurations.
2nd gen 2003–2006
Avg 0–60 9.70s
Fastest 9.30s
Tests 3
2003 Ultimate
The 2nd gen generation (2003–2006) averaged 9.70 seconds to 60 mph across 3 production tests, led by the 2003 Ultimate at 9.30 seconds. Output was 300 hp across 5.4L V8 configurations.
1st gen 1998–2002
Avg 0–60 9.73s
Fastest 8.50s
Tests 4
1999 SUV
The 1st gen generation (1998–2002) averaged 9.73 seconds to 60 mph across 4 production tests, led by the 1999 SUV at 8.50 seconds. Output ranged from 230 to 300 hp across 5.4L V8 configurations. A further 1 result from 1 modified vehicle is recorded but excluded from the average.
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Lincoln Navigator 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
27 production tests + 1 modified · 12 years ▾
2025 Lincoln Navigator
4 production runs Avg 0–60 5.35 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.98 sec
Production Tests 4
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2025 Lincoln Navigator Black Label
5.10sec 0–60
13.70s ¼ mi @ 102.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 102.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Transmission
- 10A
- Horsepower
- 440 hp
- Torque
- 510 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,950 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.5 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 15 C / 22 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Suv
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 27 production runs
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2025 Lincoln Navigator Reserve
5.10sec 0–60
13.70s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.10 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 100.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Transmission
- 10A
- Horsepower
- 440 hp
- Torque
- 510 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,855 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 15 C / 22 H / 16 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Suv
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 27 production runs
#06
2025 Lincoln Navigator Reserve
5.50sec 0–60
14.20s ¼ mi @ 96.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 96.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Transmission
- 10A
- Horsepower
- 440 hp
- Torque
- 510 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,855 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.3 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 15 C / 22 H / 17.4 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Suv
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- MotorWeek
- Overall Rank
- #6 of 27 production runs
#08
2025 Lincoln Navigator L Black Label
5.70sec 0–60
14.30s ¼ mi @ 95.4 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.70 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.30 sec
- Trap Speed
- 95.4 mph
- Engine
- 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Transmission
- 10A
- Horsepower
- 440 hp
- Torque
- 510 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 5,960 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 13.5 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 15 C / 22 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Suv
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #8 of 27 production runs
How we verify Lincoln Navigator performance data
Records and averages on this page cover verified production runs only; modified and prototype results are listed by year but never folded into them. We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Lincoln Navigator trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Lincoln Navigator 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a verified production test run
0–60 → ¼ mile →
Fastest Recorded run Slowest
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Lincoln Navigator performance FAQs
10 questions The 2025 Lincoln Navigator runs 0-60 in 5.1 to 5.7 seconds across current tested trims. The quickest 2025 result is the Black Label at 5.1 seconds, followed by the Reserve at 5.5 seconds and the longer-wheelbase L Black Label at 5.7 seconds. All three current tests are stock 4WD models with 440 hp and 510 lb-ft.
The fastest Lincoln Navigator on record is the 2025 Black Label, which reaches 60 mph in 5.1 seconds and runs the quarter-mile in 13.7 seconds at 102 mph. That makes it the quickest Navigator overall across 27 recorded tests, and it also holds the best quarter-mile result among verified runs.
The fastest stock Lincoln Navigator is also the overall fastest one: the 2025 Black Label at 5.1 seconds to 60 mph. Its test was recorded in stock form, so there is no gap between the quickest modified and quickest production result here. It also posts the best quarter-mile at 13.7 seconds with a 102-mph trap speed.
A 4th gen Lincoln Navigator averages 5.7 seconds from 0-60 mph across 14 tests, making it the quickest generation of the model. The fastest 4th gen result is the 2025 Black Label at 5.1 seconds. Fourth-generation Navigators span the 2018-present model years and use twin-turbo gasoline powertrains rated from 440 to 450 hp.
A 3rd gen Lincoln Navigator averages 6.74 seconds from 0-60 mph across five tests. The quickest 3rd gen example is the 2015 Reserve EcoBoost at 6.2 seconds. Third-generation models cover 2007 to 2017 and range from 300 to 380 hp, with both naturally aspirated and twin-turbo gasoline engines appearing in recorded runs.
A 1st gen Lincoln Navigator averages 9.73 seconds from 0-60 mph across four tests. The quickest first-generation result is an 8.5-second run by a 1999 Navigator SUV. These 1998-2002 models used naturally aspirated gasoline V8 power and ranged from 230 to 300 hp, making them much slower than later EcoBoost-era Navigators.
The 2025 Navigator Black Label is quicker than the 2025 Reserve in both key acceleration measures. The Black Label reaches 60 mph in 5.1 seconds versus 5.5 seconds for the Reserve. In the quarter-mile, the Black Label runs 13.7 seconds at 102 mph, while the Reserve posts 14.2 seconds at 96 mph.
The standard-wheelbase 2025 Navigator Black Label is quicker than the 2025 L Black Label. It reaches 60 mph in 5.1 seconds, while the longer L Black Label takes 5.7 seconds. The standard model also leads in the quarter-mile, running 13.7 seconds at 102 mph versus 14.3 seconds at 95.4 mph for the L.
The quickest quarter-mile recorded for a Lincoln Navigator is 13.7 seconds at 102 mph, set by the 2025 Black Label. Across all 27 tests, the model averages 15.27 seconds in the quarter-mile at 91.4 mph. Among current 2025 trims, the Black Label is also the fastest in quarter-mile performance.
Across 27 total recorded tests, the Lincoln Navigator averages 7.01 seconds from 0-60 mph. Its average quarter-mile result is 15.27 seconds at 91.4 mph. The quickest run is 5.1 seconds by the 2025 Black Label, while the slowest is 10.3 seconds by the 2003 Ultimate, showing how much the model has improved over time.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Lincoln Navigator can do, not a single marketing claim.
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