10 Cheaper Alternatives To The 2025 Lincoln Navigator

The Lincoln Navigator has undergone a comprehensive redesign for 2025 and is finally the attractive, tech-forward flagship SUV Lincoln needs to be. A massive wraparound screen dominates the interior, as do the new colorways and high-quality materials that are guaranteed to cosset you in luxury. Updates to luxury never come cheap, and rumors are swirling that the model is set to rise substantially in price, starting at just under $100,000 thanks to the axing of the base Premiere trim.

This is an alarmingly expensive price tag, but Ford wouldn’t price it this high unless it knew it had customers out there who could afford it. If you’re one of the lucky few, then congrats! But for the rest of us, it’s simply out of the question and had us wondering what cheaper, used models would make great alternatives to the shiny new Navigator. As the US has fallen in love with massive SUVs, there are plenty of vehicles on the market that can fit you, your entire family, and a week’s worth of vacation equipment, but at prices that are going to be much easier to swallow.

We’ve benchmarked a price tag of $40,000, as this is less than half of the price of the new Lincoln, but still enough to get you into something that came out in the last 5 years. Believe us, we know $40k is no small amount of money, but this is what full-size SUVs are going to cost you unless you’re looking at something really old, but at least most of these modes are likely to treat you well for many years to come.

1 Buick Enclave (2022)

The Buick Enclave has always been one of those vehicles that flies under the radar. It exists in a bit of its own space, as the Buick brand has always had a bit of prestige to itself, but we would never consider its models to be luxury vehicles. They’re more premium than anything else, despite that being a bit hard to believe depending on your angle or seating position at the time. What matters is, in recent years, GM has started working to fix this issue, with its models, especially the ones with the Avenir trims, differentiating themselves better from lower GM products and even rivaling Cadillac on some levels. The Enclave will give you most of the luxury and space you could want without breaking the bank, and its engine should prove to be much more stout than the more complicated EcoBoost.

2 Chevrolet Traverse (2022)

Oh, look, another GM product, except this time it’s the corporate cousin of the Enclave, the Chevrolet Traverse. Given these two models are nearly identical mechanically, there isn’t much new to say there besides the fact that you won’t have to worry about power or acceleration, and the only real drawback comes at the pump. What the Traverse offers is many of the same features but with the availability to sit one more person depending on the configuration. It’s not going to be as “nice” as the Buick, but it still looks good, and the basic nature of the model will allow you to strike for a nicer trim for the same amount of money.

3 Toyota Sequoia (2019)

The Toyota Sequoia is a rugged full-size SUV that excels in durability and reliability, and it probably holds its value better than any other model on this list because of that. The previous generation Sequoia, like many models in the Toyota lineup, stayed alive for a long, long time. While this meant it was outdated in many ways by the end of its life, it also meant that most of the kinks were worked out over its 15-year lifespan, and its durable construction gave it a reputation for reliability. Not to mention, under the hood is the brand’s tried-and-true 5.7-liter V8, which has been known to survive hundreds or thousands of miles of use without a problem. If you want something that’s going to last and has some chops off-road, this is the car you want.

4 Ford Expedition (2019-2020)

The Ford Expedition is one of the top choices in the full-size SUV market and, for good reason, it’s just a downright fantastic vehicle. It has all the amenities you and your family would want, like tri-zone climate control, a digital display, and a power liftgate, along with room in each row for a full-sized adult. Power from the EcoBoost V6 is ample and unrelenting, and thanks to its turbocharged nature, fuel economy isn’t terrible either. Whereas its new price was an issue, as a used option it immediately becomes more attractive and will be able to satisfy all your Navigator-sized needs.

5 Nissan Armada (2020-2021)

The Nissan Armada is another one of those vehicles that often gets forgotten about, but as a used option for those wanting a V8 and ample room, it starts to shine. The Armada isn’t going to offer the same amount of room as the Navigator, but unless you have a massive family of 6+ people, that’s a bit overkill anyway. The Armada underwent some decent changes between 2020 and 2021, so looking at models between the two years is going to yield some pretty big differences. Fortunately, both models feature the brand’s rugged 5.6-liter V8 that has proven to be solid, something we’ll miss when the completely redesigned Armada finally arrives.

6 Mazda CX-90 (2023)

The Mazda CX-90 is Mazda’s newest flagship SUV (don’t get us started on the CX-70) and it’s brought incredible style, power, and luxury to the brand’s lineup. Again, it’s not going to be as large as the Navigator, but it’s going to make up for that with exterior and interior looks and luxury that’s as good or nearly as good as the much more expensive Lincoln. Power is ample from the inline-six that comes in two states of tune, and a PHEV option is available if you want to search for that. This model is going to scratch your luxury itch and then some, just make sure you spend some time getting used to the interior controls before going off on a road trip.

7 Toyota Grand Highlander (2023)

The Toyota Grand Highlander expands on the popular Highlander by offering more interior space and advanced technology in a package that looks a little better to our eyes. It’s probably the newest option on this list, and it can be found with the base turbocharged four-cylinder powertrain, a regular hybrid option, or the potent Hybrid Max powertrain that offers 365 horsepower. On the inside, you get the typical, comfortable Toyota fare, and it’s perfect for those wanting all the technology with none of the frills. If you need the space but don’t want to go for the Sienna, Toyota has created the perfect alternative.

8 Dodge Durango (2021-2022)

The Dodge Durango is the performance alternative to everything else on this list because nothing else on the road is like it on the road today. Is it old? Yes it is, but show us a brand that has done a better job at keeping their products fresh than Dodge. This is a model that debuted for the 2011 model year, yet it still looks attractive and aggressive, especially thanks to its performance trims like the R/T, SRT, and genuinely bonkers Hellcat models. If you want power, there’s nothing else like it on the road today that is going to be as affordable or as fast that can seat the whole family. We’re really sad to see it finally go.

9 Chevrolet Suburban (2019-2020)

The Chevrolet Suburban is one of the largest SUVs available, and if you want something that has the space and a V8 at its center, there isn’t another option on the list. Sure, to find one under the price ceiling you’ll have to go back a few years, but that shouldn’t worry you too much, given all the engine options are V8s, and most of the basic technology is going to be enough to keep you content. What you’ll be able to do is fit your entire family and your dog in the car for a weekend trip with your boat in tow, and the only thing you’ll have to worry about is your gas tank emptying a bit quicker than desired.

10 Lincoln Navigator (2017-2018)

And the last model we think you should consider over purchasing the new Lincoln Navigator is an older Lincoln Navigator. Look, we know it’s not going to be as stylish or tech-focused, but all the bones are the same, meaning it’s going to ride great, and the engine is still going to provide the same exhilarating amount of power. You’ll save over $50,000, still have a Navigator, and won’t have to worry about depreciation much more than what it’s already done, go and spend the rest of your money on a fun two-seater sports car when your family hauler isn’t required.