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
Pros Spacious cabin Wireless smartphone connectivity Digital gauge cluster Minimalistic styling Large windows and good outward vision
Cons Vague steering Climate touch controls Small third row Small 6.5-inch standard touchscreen
Pros Premium cabin Large cargo hold Composed ride and handling
Cons Sluggish acceleration Finicky infotainment controls
Volkswagen has given its compact SUV a handsome styling refresh for 2022 to help it look at home alongside the restyled Atlas and new Atlas Cross Sport mid-size SUVs. New LED headlamps, revised grille and bumpers, and new wheel designs give the 2022 Tiguan a more modern appearance. The Tiguan's cabin receives updates as well, in the form of a new steering wheel with touch-sensitive controls. Heated seats and a digital gauge display are now standard across the lineup.
Pros Sporty handling, spacious cabin, available third row of seats.
Cons Average acceleration, firm seats, underwhelming interior trimmings.
