DecodedCars2005 Lincoln Navigator
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
- NAVIGATOR
- Engines
- 5.4L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 13 combined · 11 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 208.3 in
- Curb weight
- 5,774 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- 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.
- No AWD or 4WDTwo-wheel drive only, unusual for a SUV -.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Lincoln Navigator is a SUV - offered with a 5.4L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 208 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 119-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,774 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 11 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAVIGATOR | 208.3 in | 79.9 in | 76.8 in | 119.3 in | 68.1 / 68.1 in | 5,774 lb | 53/47 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Navigator 2WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 11 / 17 / 13 | -28% | $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 Navigator under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Lincoln Navigator (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Infiniti QX56 | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Lincoln Navigator.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Lincoln Navigator is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2005 Lincoln Navigator buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Engine — 5 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Suspension — 4 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 2 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 80,000 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 Navigator. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Navigator years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Navigator | 18 | – | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2026 Navigator | 17 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2025 Navigator | 17 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 13 |
| 2024 Navigator | 18 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 7 | 16 |
| 2023 Navigator | 19 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 8 | 7 |
| 2022 Navigator | 19 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 14 | 21 |
| 2021 Navigator | 18 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 33 |
| 2020 Navigator | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 13 | 32 |
| 2019 Navigator | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 10 | 85 |
| 2018 Navigator | 19 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 12 | 52 |
| 2017 Navigator | 17 | 207.5 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 32 |
| 2016 Navigator | 18 | 207.5 in | Not rated | 4 | 25 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →