DecodedCars2005 Lincoln Aviator
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 4.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 192.9 in
- Curb weight
- 5,002 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 13 MPG combined, 28% below the 2005 SUV - average of 18 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 17 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Lincoln Aviator is a SUV - offered with a 4.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 193 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,002 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 17 highway), 28% worse than the 2005 SUV - average of 18 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the structure.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 192.9 in | 76 in | 71.3 in | 113.8 in | 61.4 / 61 in | 5,002 lb | 52/48 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviator 2WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 17 / 13 | -28% | $6,300 | 684 |
| Aviator 4WD | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11 / 16 / 13 | -22% | $6,300 | 684 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Lincoln Aviator under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2005 BMW X5 | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Lexus RX | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Lincoln Aviator.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Lincoln Aviator is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Lincoln Aviator buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Structure › Body — 6 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Air Bags — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Power Train — 1 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 110,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Lincoln Aviator. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Aviator years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Aviator | 20 | – | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2026 Aviator | 21 | 199.6 in | Not rated | 6 | 4 |
| 2025 Aviator | 21 | 199.6 in | ★★★★★ | 15 | 18 |
| 2024 Aviator | 21 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 8 | 7 |
| 2023 Aviator | 23 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 16 | 30 |
| 2022 Aviator | 23 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 22 | 64 |
| 2021 Aviator | 23 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 28 | 45 |
| 2020 Aviator | 23 | 200 in | ★★★★★ | 30 | 120 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →