2021 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring AWD

The Lincoln Aviator crossover, which was redesigned in 2020, is a handsome blend of luxury and practicality. The stylish leather- and wood-trimmed cabin can be fitted with 30-way adjustable heated/ ventilated front seats with massage, a 360-degree camera system, a panoramic sunroof, and an excellent 28-speaker Revel premium audio system, all in a roomy space with comfortable seating for up to 7 passengers - or up to 78 cubic feet of cargo with the third-row seats folded down. Standard safety features include adaptive LED headlights with auto high beam and Lincoln’s Co-Pilot360 set of advanced safety features. The Grand Touring model we tested came with an uncommon upside, a standard plug-in hybrid powertrain. This setup pairs a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with an electric motor for a total output of 494 hp. Ride quality is remarkably smooth, thanks in large part to the Aviator’s air suspension, although the throttle response can be a little touchy. Handling is respectable, though the emphasis is more on coddling than responsiveness. The Aviator’s rechargeable battery gives it just a 21-mile all-electric range, and recharging times are on the long side.