Lincoln has given the Nautilus a thorough interior redesign for 2021, bringing the mid-size SUV in line with the rest of the company's lineup. A new dashboard design incorporates a larger 13.2-inch infotainment display running the latest version of Ford's Sync 4 operating system. Lincoln's now-pervasive piano-key shifter replaces last year's push-button setup.
PROS Comfort-tuned suspension, nicely-outfitted cabin, large infotainment display.
CONS Top Black Label model's eye-watering price, lacks athleticism, not as fuel efficient as other similar SUVs.
Redesigned and upgraded dashboard.Sync 4 infotainment with larger 13.2-inch screen.Updated front styling.New interior and exterior color schemes for 2021.
PROS Quiet interior with plenty of legroom all around Comfortable seats with lots of adjustments Strong, smooth acceleration from the optional turbo V6 New easy-to-use infotainment system that's packed with features
CONS Compromised rear headroom if you select the panoramic sunroof Piano-key gear selector is an improvement but can still be annoying to use
The 2021 Lincoln Nautilus's #7 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Lincoln Nautilus has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 32 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
PROS Spacious, high-end interior Intuitive touch screen Many standard safety features Cushioned ride
CONS Ho-hum handling
The 2020 GMC Yukon XL comes with four wheel drive, and rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed shiftable automatic.The Yukon XL carries over essentially unchanged for 2020.
Pros Seats up to nine passengers Plenty of cargo capacity, even with all the seats up High towing ratings
Cons Size, weight and length make it unwieldy around town Slow gas pedal response makes base engine feel less powerful than it's rated Cargo space utility is limited by the high load floor
The 2020 GMC Yukon is a business-casual blue-collar SUV with truck-like capability, but many crossovers do it better, and cheaper.
Pros Strong V-8 engines Massive towing capacity High-class interior Business-class looks Comfortable ride quality on Denali
Cons Limited cargo space High top-end price Floor height hampers leg room Most crossovers do people better
