DecodedCars2006 Lincoln Navigator
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2006 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 / 16 hwy
- Length
- 208.3 in
- Curb weight
- 5,842 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, 29% below the 2006 SUV - average of 18.3 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 5 similar 2006 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2006 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 5,842 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 13 MPG combined (11 city / 16 highway), 29% worse than the 2006 SUV - average of 18.3 MPG, for an estimated $6,300 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the suspension.
What changed for 2006
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2005 Navigator — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 Navigator →
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 | 5,842 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 / 16 / 13 | -29% | $6,300 | 684 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2006 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2006 Lincoln Navigator under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2006 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Lincoln Navigator (this car) | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 12 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Infiniti QX56 | 14 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz ML-Class | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R-Class | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Lincoln Navigator.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2006 Lincoln Navigator is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2006 Lincoln Navigator buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Suspension — 10 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Air Bags — 5 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 100,000 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 2006 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 →