Jeep Wrangler vs Lincoln Nautilus
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lincoln Nautilus
Overview
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sport | Premiere |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,635 (best) | $53,490 |
| Lowest listing price | $8,980 (best) | $15,962 |
| Median listing price | $46,705 (best) | $61,500 |
| Highest listing price | $87,450 | $84,803 (best) |
| For sale now | 1,148 (best) | 96 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17.5 gal | 20 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 285 hp (best) | 250 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 31.7 cu ft | 71.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lbs (best) | 1,750 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,012 lbs (best) | 4,349 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 9.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 96.8 in | 114.2 in (best) |
| Length | 166.8 in | 193.2 in (best) |
| Width | 73.9 in | 76.9 in (best) |
| Height | 73.6 in (best) | 68.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Jeep WranglerSport | Lincoln NautilusPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Jeep Wrangler | Lincoln Nautilus |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sport $36,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premiere $53,490 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Sport $39,640 MSRP | Reserve $63,180 MSRP |
| 3 | Sport S $39,785 MSRP | Black Label $77,130 MSRP |
| 4 | Sport S $42,040 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Willys $43,855 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Willys $46,235 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Rubicon $46,710 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Rubicon $51,135 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Sport RHD $50,390 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Sahara $51,410 MSRP | — |
| 11 | Rewind $51,535 MSRP | — |
| 12 | Rubicon X $56,560 MSRP | — |
| 13 | Rubicon X $61,230 MSRP | — |
| 14 | Willys 392 $69,995 MSRP | — |
| 15 | Moab 392 $79,995 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
Jeep Wrangler1,148 for sale
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Used2022 Jeep Wrangler
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Bright White Clearcoat•Black78,330 mi$22,380Middleton Ford
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New2026 Jeep Wrangler
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Bright White Clearcoat•Black w/Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats or Rewind Seat With Tag or Cloth Seat1 mi$48,575MSRP $54,615Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Greenville, SC
Used2021 Jeep Wrangler
Willys Sport
WHITE31,567 mi$26,372Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Greenville, SC
Used2022 Jeep Wrangler
Willys Sport
WHITE•Black55,731 mi$31,272Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Greenville, SC
Certified2025 Jeep Wrangler
Sport S
Black Clear Coat•Black7,266 mi$35,262Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Greenville, SC
New2026 Jeep Wrangler
4-Door Sport
Reign•Black w/Cloth Low-Back Bucket Seats or Rewind Seat With Tag or Cloth Seat1 mi$50,825MSRP $57,435Big O Dodge Chrysler Jeep RAM
Greenville, SC
Lincoln Nautilus96 for sale
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Used2020 Lincoln Nautilus
Reserve
Magnetic Gray•ebony43,880 mi$25,840Chevrolet of San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA
Used2024 Lincoln Nautilus
Reserve
Lustrous Gray Metallic Clearcoat•Black Onyx34,516 mi$42,998Beckley Chevrolet
Beckley, WV
Used2025 Lincoln Nautilus
Premiere
Gray Metallic•Black Onyx28,626 mi$45,825Friendship Hyundai Bristol
Bristol, TN
Used2023 Lincoln Nautilus
Standard
Black Metallic42,137 mi$27,916Bayway Cadillac Southwest
Houston, TX
New2026 Lincoln Nautilus
Premiere
Infinite Black Metallic Clearcoat•LINCOLN SOFT TOUCH BLACK ONYX2,256 mi$60,239Boulevard Lincoln of Georgetown
Georgetown, DE
New2026 Lincoln Nautilus
Black Label
Whisper Blue Metallic Clearcoat•VENETIAN LEATHER SEATS AURORA104 mi$83,004Boulevard Lincoln of Georgetown
Georgetown, DE
Jeep Wrangler vs Lincoln Nautilus FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Jeep Wrangler vs 2026 Lincoln Nautilus on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Jeep Wrangler starts lower at $36,635. Live Jeep Wrangler listings start at $8,980. Live Lincoln Nautilus listings start at $15,962.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- The 2027 Jeep Wrangler leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (36,635).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- The 2026 Lincoln Nautilus leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- The 2027 Jeep Wrangler leads on horsepower in this comparison (470).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Jeep Wrangler or 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- The 2027 Jeep Wrangler leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Jeep Wrangler vs 2026 Lincoln Nautilus?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lincoln Nautilus (5/5 NHTSA overall).