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New Model Year  |  St. Peters, MO The 2027 Aviator is an update, not a redesign. Most of what changed is about security, paint and one roof option, and most of what you'd drive stays put. If you were waiting on the 2027 Lincoln Aviator for a big change, this isn't that year. The Aviator keeps the same single powertrain, and the bigger changes are still a few years off. What did change is small but useful, and a couple of the updates are things buyers in St. Charles County ask about all the time. This post lists the 2027 changes reported before late September, the features that carry over from the 2026 Lincoln Aviator, and how to decide between a leftover 2026 and a new 2027 when both are on the lot. Quick answer: For 2027 the Lincoln Aviator adds a standard Lincoln Security Package on every trim, a black painted roof that can be ordered with the Jet Appearance Package on the Reserve, and a revised exterior color list with two colors dropped and three added. The twin turbo 3.0 liter V6 and the rest of the core vehicle carry over from 2026. Main change Standard Lincoln Security Package Engine Twin turbo 3.0L V6 carries over Redesign Not this year In this post What's new for 2027 The Security Package What carries over Driving it around here 2026 or 2027 What Changed on the 2027 Lincoln Aviator? Three updates stand out for 2027. None of them change how the Lincoln Aviator drives, but each one changes what you get for your money or how the vehicle looks. 1 Lincoln Security Package becomes standard Every 2027 Lincoln Aviator trim gets it, from Premiere through Black Label. 2 A black painted roof on Reserve It can be ordered with the Jet Appearance Package, and This is the first time Lincoln has offered it on the Aviator Reserve. 3 A revised color list Two exterior colors were dropped and three were added. Ask us for the current color list before you order. The rest of the vehicle carries over from 2026. That's good news if you liked the 2026 and want the same thing with a little more standard equipment. What Does the Lincoln Security Package Do? This is the update most owners will notice in daily life. The package includes four services, and they work through the Lincoln app and a live agent. Theft Alerts: a notification on your phone if someone tampers with the vehicle. Start Inhibit: lets you remotely set the vehicle so it won't start without an authorized key nearby. Stolen Vehicle Services: a phone line to a live Lincoln agent who works with law enforcement to help find and recover the vehicle. Deductible Reimbursement: help with your insurance deductible if the vehicle is stolen, in select states. The package is a subscription, with four years complimentary once it's activated on a new vehicle purchase. Ask us to activate it at delivery and walk you through the settings in the app, because the alerts only help if your phone is set to receive them. Shop New Lincoln Aviator Learn About the Lincoln App Which Lincoln Aviator Features Carry Over Into 2027? The core of the vehicle is the same. Our 2027 Lincoln Aviator page lists a standard twin turbo 3.0 liter V6 with standard rear wheel drive, and all wheel drive is offered. It also lists these features you'll recognize if you've driven a 2026: Adaptive Suspension with Road Preview, which uses a forward facing camera to read the road ahead and adjust for bumps. Lincoln Digital Experience with Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Play. Some features need a Connectivity plan. Lincoln Co-Pilot360 driver assist features, including Pre Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking and a 360 degree camera. Available BlueCruise hands free highway driving, which needs an active plan or trial and now includes Automatic Lane Change. A 28 speaker Revel Ultima 3D audio system, second row captain's chairs and an available panoramic Vista Roof, shown on Black Label. Ask the team for exact towing and cargo figures on the vehicle you're looking at. They change with drivetrain and equipment, and the window sticker is the number that counts. That's good news if you liked the 2026 and want the same thing with a little more standard equipment. How Does the Lincoln Aviator Fit Life in St. Charles County? Three rows matter more here than in a lot of places. Plenty of families around O'Fallon and Lake St. Louis run a carpool to practice at Quail Ridge Park one night and a grocery run on Mexico Road the next. The Lincoln Aviator handles both without the size of a full size SUV in a crowded lot. The Road Preview suspension earns its keep after a freeze and thaw winter, when the ramps onto I-70 and Highway 364 pick up potholes faster than crews can fill them. And if your Aviator sleeps in a driveway, the Security Package alerts are one more reason to keep the Lincoln app on your phone. St. Peters driver tip Before a summer weekend at Lake of the Ozarks, set up BlueCruise and the driver assist settings in your driveway, not on I-70. Learn where the controls are while you're parked, then try it on the open stretch west of Wright City once traffic thins out. Should You Buy a 2026 or a 2027 Lincoln Aviator? Since the drivetrain and most features carry over, this comes down to a short list. If the standard Security Package, the black roof option or one of the new colors matters to you, the 2027 is the one to order. If none of those move you, a 2026 still on the lot may come with manufacturer offers on the outgoing model year. Check current manufacturer specials and compare the two side by side with someone on our sales team. Bring your trade information too, since the numbers on both can change once the trade is in the picture. Warranty Forever on qualifying vehicles Buy a qualifying new or pre owned vehicle from us and Warranty Forever covers listed powertrain parts for as long as you own it, with no deductible on covered repairs. Keep the maintenance on record at a licensed facility and the coverage stays with you. Read the Warranty Forever Terms Questions Buyers Ask About the 2027 Updates Is the 2027 Lincoln Aviator a redesign? + No. It's a light update. The core vehicle and powertrain carry over from 2026. Does the 2027 Lincoln Aviator have a hybrid? + No hybrid has been announced for 2027. The twin turbo 3.0 liter V6 remains the only powertrain. What are the new 2027 Lincoln Aviator colors? + Lincoln dropped two colors and added three. Ask our sales team for the full color list and to see paint samples in person. Questions Buyers Ask About the Security Package Is the Lincoln Security Package standard on every 2027 Lincoln Aviator? + It's standard on every trim, from Premiere through Black Label. Does the Lincoln Security Package cost extra? + It's a subscription. Four years are complimentary once it's activated on a new vehicle purchase. Ask us about the terms after that. Do I need the Lincoln app for Theft Alerts? + Yes. The alerts come through the Lincoln app, so set it up on your phone at delivery. Questions Buyers Ask About the Black Roof and Jet Package Which 2027 Lincoln Aviator trim offers the black painted roof? + The Reserve offers it as an option, ordered with the Jet Appearance Package. Can I add a black roof to a Lincoln Aviator already on the lot? + Factory paint options are set when the vehicle is built. If you want it, plan to order one or ask us to search for a vehicle already built that way. What does the Jet Appearance Package change? + It's a darker exterior look on the Reserve. Ask our team to show you the specific trim pieces and wheels on a vehicle in stock. Questions Buyers Ask About Driving the Lincoln Aviator Is the 2027 Lincoln Aviator rear wheel drive or all wheel drive? + Rear wheel drive is standard and all wheel drive is offered. Many St. Charles County buyers choose all wheel drive for winter ice. Does BlueCruise come with the 2027 Lincoln Aviator? + BlueCruise is available and needs an active plan or trial. Ask us what's included on the specific vehicle. How much can a 2027 Lincoln Aviator tow? + It depends on drivetrain and equipment. Check the window sticker or ask our team for the exact rating on the vehicle you're considering. Questions Buyers Ask About Buying in St. Peters Can I order a 2027 Lincoln Aviator from Dave Sinclair Lincoln St. Peters? + Yes. Call 636-441-4400 and our sales team can help you spec a build or find one in stock. Can I value my trade online before I come in? + Yes. Use our trade value tool and bring the result when you visit. What are sales hours at the St. Peters store? + Sales is open Monday through Friday 9 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5:30 PM, at 4760 North Service Road along I-70. Compare Payments Before You Pick See where you stand before choosing between model years. Get Pre Approved See Every Lincoln We Have Browse new Lincoln inventory at the St. Peters store. Shop New Inventory

Compare  |  St. Peters, MO Two luxury SUVs that look close on paper and live very differently once the third row comes into play. Put a Lincoln Aviator and a Genesis GV80 side by side in a parking lot and they look like they belong in the same conversation. Both are midsize luxury SUVs with turbocharged engines, rich cabins and big screens. Both get cross shopped by the same families in O'Fallon, Cottleville and St. Peters. Where they split is the back of the vehicle, and that's where most of this decision lives. We sell the Lincoln Aviator, so we have a point of view. We also think the Genesis GV80 is a well built SUV that suits some families better, and we'd rather you buy the right one. This comparison sticks to what each one is designed to do, how that plays out on a normal St. Charles County week, and the questions to ask on a test drive of each. Quick answer: If the third row gets used every week for kids, carpools or grandparents, the Lincoln Aviator is the more natural fit, since three rows are standard. If you mostly need two rows and want an occasional jump seat, the Genesis GV80 is worth a test drive, because its third row is only on certain trims and is tight for adults. Lincoln Aviator Three rows on every trim Genesis GV80 Third row on certain trims Deciding factor How often row three gets used In this post The third row question On the road Inside the cabin Technology and driver assist Owning one How Do the Lincoln Aviator and Genesis GV80 Differ on Seating? This is the big one. Every Lincoln Aviator has three rows, with seating for six or seven depending on whether you choose second row captain's chairs or a bench. The third row was part of the plan from the start, so the second row slides and folds to let people climb back, and there's still room for groceries behind it on most trips. The Genesis GV80 starts as a two row SUV. A third row is available on certain trims, and reviewers describe it as tight for adults, with very little cargo room left when it's in use. Genesis also builds the Genesis GV80 Coupe, which is a two row model with a sloped roofline. So with the Genesis GV80, you have to pick the trim with your seating needs in mind. Neither approach is wrong. A family that hauls a soccer team to Quail Ridge Park twice a week needs a third row that works every day. A couple whose kids have moved out, and who need extra seats twice a year at Thanksgiving, may never miss it. How Do the Lincoln Aviator and Genesis GV80 Feel to Drive? The Lincoln Aviator comes with one powertrain for the current model year, a twin turbo V6 with a 10 speed automatic. Rear wheel drive is standard on most trims, and all wheel drive is available. It has strong passing power for merging onto I-70, and the tuning leans toward a quiet, settled highway ride. The Genesis GV80 offers a turbocharged four cylinder or a twin turbo V6, and reviewers tend to praise how composed it feels, with a smooth ride and steering that's on the sporty side of comfortable. If you like a slightly tighter feel in the curves on Highway 94, you'll probably notice it on a test drive. We won't quote power or towing numbers here, because they vary by trim and equipment. Ask for the exact figures for the vehicle you're looking at, or check the window sticker. For a broader look at how the Lincoln Aviator lines up against other three row rivals, see our Lincoln Aviator comparison page. St. Peters driver tip Drive both on the same route on the same day. Take Highway 364 over the Page Avenue bridge, then come back on I-70 at rush hour. You'll feel how each one handles a long merge, a crowded lane change and the bumps on the bridge approaches, and that tells you more than a quiet side street ever will. Shop the Lincoln Aviator See Current Specials Which Cabin Works Better for a Growing Family? Both cabins feel expensive, and both are going to impress your passengers. The Genesis GV80 gets a lot of credit from reviewers for its materials and a wide display that's easy to use. The Lincoln Aviator leans into comfort, with seats designed for long drives and a quiet cabin that works well on a weekend run to Lake of the Ozarks. For a family, the questions are more practical than pretty. How easy is it for a ten year old to get into the third row on their own? Where do the car seats go, and can you still reach the third row with one installed? Is there a place for every phone, water bottle and charging cable? Bring your actual car seats to both test drives. It takes ten minutes and saves a lot of regret. Car seat fit Check where the anchors are and whether a forward facing seat still lets someone reach row three. Cargo with every seat up Load a stroller or a cooler with all rows in use. That's the real test for a weekly carpool. Third row comfort Sit back there yourself. If you hate it after five minutes, the kids will after twenty. Bring your actual car seats to both test drives. How Do Their Driver Assist Features Compare? Both come with a long list of driver assist features, and both brands offer a hands free highway driving system on qualifying equipment. On the Lincoln Aviator, that's Lincoln BlueCruise, which works on prequalified sections of divided highway. Reviews list it as standard on the current Lincoln Aviator with a subscription period included, but confirm the details for the specific vehicle on the window sticker. Feature names and packages change from year to year on both SUVs, so don't shop off a list you found online. Try the adaptive cruise and lane centering on I-70 during your drive, and see which system feels more natural to you. Some people like a system that steers firmly and some like one that stays out of the way. What About Warranty and Ownership Costs? Genesis makes a strong case here. It advertises complimentary scheduled maintenance for the first few years and a long powertrain warranty for the original owner. Those are real benefits and worth weighing. Read the terms, because the long powertrain coverage applies to the first owner and later owners get a shorter term. The Lincoln Aviator comes with Lincoln's factory warranty coverage, and qualifying vehicles bought from our store can also include Warranty Forever, our powertrain coverage for as long as you own the vehicle. It has its own rules, covered in the band below and on its page. Ask both stores to put their coverage in writing so you can compare them side by side. The Lincoln Aviator fits you if You use the third row every week You want three rows on every trim, with a choice of six or seven seats You want a twin turbo V6 as standard You drive a lot of highway miles and value a quiet, settled ride You'd like Warranty Forever on a qualifying vehicle The Genesis GV80 fits you if You mostly need two rows and want a third only now and then You want the option of a turbo four or a two row Genesis GV80 Coupe You like a slightly sportier feel on curvy roads Complimentary scheduled maintenance from the factory matters to you Warranty Forever on qualifying vehicles Buy a qualifying new or pre owned vehicle from us and Warranty Forever can cover listed engine, transmission and drive axle parts for as long as you own it, with no deductible on covered repairs. It stays with the original buyer and isn't transferable, and the agreement spells out the maintenance to keep on record. Read About Warranty Forever Questions Owners Ask About Space and Seating How do adults fit in the third row of each SUV? + For shorter trips, most adults can. Sit back there yourself on the test drive, since comfort depends on your height and how far forward the second row is set. Does every Genesis GV80 have a third row? + No. The third row is available only on certain Genesis GV80 trims, and the Genesis GV80 Coupe is a two row model. Confirm the seating on the exact vehicle. Should I get captain's chairs or a bench in a Lincoln Aviator? + Captain's chairs make it easier to walk back to row three. A bench adds a seat. Families with younger kids in car seats often like the bench, and families with teens often like the chairs. Questions Owners Ask About Powertrains Is all wheel drive standard on the Lincoln Aviator? + Rear wheel drive is standard on some trims and all wheel drive is available. Ask about the drivetrain on the specific vehicle you're looking at. Does the Lincoln Aviator still offer a plug in hybrid? + Not for the current model year. The Lincoln Aviator uses a twin turbo V6 with a 10 speed automatic. Which one tows more? + Towing ratings depend on engine, drivetrain and equipment on both SUVs. Ask for the rating on the exact vehicle and check the owner's guide before hooking up a boat for Lake of the Ozarks. Questions Owners Ask About Test Drives Can I test drive a Lincoln Aviator on the highway? + Yes. Ask for a route that includes I-70 or Highway 364 so you can try the merge power and the driver assist features. What should I bring to compare these two SUVs? + Your car seats, a stroller or a big cooler, and the people who ride in the back most often. Let them vote too. How long should a comparison test drive take? + Plan on thirty minutes for each one. That's enough for highway, city streets and a parking lot, plus time to try the seats and the tech. Questions Owners Ask About Buying and Coverage Is Warranty Forever included on every Lincoln Aviator? + It applies to qualifying vehicles. Ask the sales team whether a specific Lincoln Aviator qualifies, and read the agreement for the maintenance requirements. Can I value my current SUV before I decide? + Yes. Get a trade value early so you know your real budget for either one. Are there current offers on the Lincoln Aviator? + Offers change through the year. Check the specials page or call the sales team at 636-441-4400 for what's available now. Questions Owners Ask About Shopping in St. Peters Where can I see a Lincoln Aviator near St. Charles? + Dave Sinclair Lincoln St. Peters is at 4760 North Service Road, along I-70 in St. Peters. When is the sales department open? + Weekdays 9 AM to 7 PM, and Saturday 9 AM to 5:30 PM. Call ahead if you'd like a Lincoln Aviator pulled up and ready. Can I start the paperwork online before a test drive? + Yes. Our online pre approval form lets you start from home, and the Finance Department can walk you through the next steps. Get Pre Approved Before You Visit Start your financing from home and shop with a clear budget. Get Pre Approved See What Your SUV Is Worth A trade value now makes comparing two SUVs simpler. Value Your Trade

Compare  |  St. Peters, MO Two three row luxury SUVs that chase different feelings. One sits you high and quiet, the other drives smaller than it is. Most families who come in comparing these two already have a short list of two, and the Lincoln Aviator and the Acura MDX land on it together a lot. They're close in size, they both carry seven people, and they both cost real money. Where they split is how they feel from the driver's seat and how the cabin treats the people behind you. We sell Lincolns, so you know where we stand. We'll still give the Acura MDX a fair shake, because a family that buys the wrong SUV for the way they drive is unhappy for five years, and that doesn't help anybody. Below we cover the third row, the drive on our local highways, the screens and controls, and who each one suits. Quick answer: Pick the Lincoln Aviator if you want a quiet, upscale cabin, strong twin turbo V6 power and a big screen with Google built in. Pick the Acura MDX if you want a lighter, sportier feel, Super Handling All Wheel Drive on many trims and a slightly simpler cabin. Drive both on I-70 with your family in the seats before you decide. Seats Both carry up to seven Lincoln Aviator feel Quiet and powerful Acura MDX feel Light and sporty In this post The big differences Third row and cargo How they drive Screens and controls Which one fits you How Do the Lincoln Aviator and Acura MDX Differ at First Glance? The 2025 Lincoln Aviator was refreshed with a new face and a new dashboard. Every one runs a twin turbo V6 with a 10 speed automatic. Rear wheel drive is standard and all wheel drive is available, which matters here more than people think once the first ice storm rolls through St. Charles County. Lincoln dropped the Aviator plug in hybrid after the 2023 model year, so a new Lincoln Aviator on the lot this spring is gas only. The 2025 Acura MDX also got updates, mostly inside. Acura replaced its old touchpad with a touchscreen and added Google built in. Power comes from a V6, and the Acura MDX Type S uses a turbocharged V6 for buyers who want more. Super Handling All Wheel Drive comes on many trims and does a good job of pulling the SUV through a corner. There's no hybrid Acura MDX either. So the spec sheets look closer than the vehicles feel. The Lincoln Aviator is built around comfort and calm. The Acura MDX is built around a lighter, more athletic drive. Neither one is wrong. They just answer different questions. Which Third Row Works Better for a St. Charles County Family? Think of both third rows as kid seats, or adult seats for a short hop. That's normal in this size class. The bigger question is how often you'll use them and who climbs back there. If you carpool to Cottleville soccer fields three nights a week, how easy the second row slides out of the way will matter more than any number in a brochure. Our advice is simple and a little old fashioned. Bring the people. Put your tallest teenager in the third row of the Lincoln Aviator, then do the same in the Acura MDX. Have them buckle in, ride for ten minutes, and get out without help. Then fold the third row flat and load the stroller, the hockey bag or the cooler you take to the lake. You'll know in a few minutes which one fits your routine. Check the second row too. Bench seating and captain's chairs change both the seat count and how easy the walk to the back is, and the layout varies by trim on each SUV. Ask us which layout a specific Lincoln Aviator in stock has before you come out. Shop New Lincoln Inventory Value Your Trade How Do They Drive on I-70 and Highway 364? On the highway the Lincoln Aviator feels like a bigger vehicle in a good way. The twin turbo V6 pulls hard when you merge onto I-70 from Mid Rivers Mall Drive, and the cabin stays quiet at speed. It's the one you want for the four hour run to Lake of the Ozarks with everyone asleep before you clear Warrenton. Steering is light and easy, and the ride leans soft. The Acura MDX feels smaller than it is. Steering is quicker, the body stays flatter in a curve, and Super Handling All Wheel Drive helps it hook through the ramps off Highway 364. People who used to drive a sport sedan often like it right away. The tradeoff is a ride most drivers describe as firmer, and that shows up on the broken pavement around older parts of St. Charles. If you tow a small boat or a utility trailer, ask for the exact rating on the vehicle you're looking at. Tow ratings change with trim and equipment, so we'd rather read it off the vehicle than guess. St. Peters driver tip Make your test drive a real loop. Start in stop and go traffic on Mid Rivers Mall Drive, jump on I-70 west for an exit or two, then come back across Highway 364 and the Page Avenue bridge. That gives you city crawl, a highway merge and a long bridge at speed, which covers most of what you'll do in a week. What Is the Tech Like Inside Each One? The 2025 Lincoln Aviator uses the Lincoln Digital Experience, a Google based system with a wide center touchscreen, Google Maps and Google Assistant. Most climate controls moved into the screen. Some owners love it after a week, and some miss the old knobs. Spend five minutes in the parking lot setting the temperature and pairing your phone before you judge it. Acura made a big change for 2025 too. The touchpad many owners disliked is gone, and the screen now responds to touch. Google built in comes along with it. If you test drove an older Acura MDX and walked away over the touchpad, it's worth a second look. Driver assist features differ by trim on both. The 2025 Lincoln Aviator lineup includes BlueCruise hands free highway driving, and on the Lincoln side the Lincoln Aviator model page and our sales team can walk you through how the subscription works on a given vehicle. We'd hedge on Acura specifics by trim and point you to the window sticker. Which One Fits Your Family? This is how we'd sort it out with a family sitting across the desk from us. The Lincoln Aviator fits you if You spend real time on I-70 and want a quiet, calm cabin You like strong V6 pull for merges and passing You want Google based tech on a big screen You value a soft, relaxed ride over sharp handling You want to buy and service at the same St. Peters store The Acura MDX fits you if You like a lighter, sportier feel behind the wheel You want Super Handling All Wheel Drive on many trims You prefer a firmer ride that stays flat in corners You came from a sport sedan and miss that feel You don't mind trading some quiet for agility Neither one is wrong. They just answer different questions. If you're stuck in the middle, drive both on the same day. The one you'd pick for the drive home is usually the right call. Warranty Forever on qualifying vehicles Buy a qualifying new or pre owned vehicle here and Warranty Forever covers listed engine, transmission and drive axle parts for as long as you own it, with no deductible on covered repairs. Keep up the maintenance in the agreement and keep your records. Read Warranty Forever Details Questions Owners Ask About Seating and Space Can adults ride in the third row of a Lincoln Aviator? + For shorter trips, yes. Most families use it for kids and use it for adults on a run across town. Sit back there yourself on a test drive to see how it fits your crew. Do both SUVs offer captain's chairs in the second row? + Second row layouts vary by trim on the Lincoln Aviator and the Acura MDX. Check the specific vehicle, since the layout changes the seat count and the walk to the third row. Which one holds more cargo behind the third row? + Both are tight with every seat up, which is normal for the class. Bring the gear you haul most and load it into each one. That tells you more than a cargo number. Questions Owners Ask About Power and Traction Is all wheel drive standard on the 2025 Lincoln Aviator? + Rear wheel drive is standard and all wheel drive is available. Most buyers in St. Charles County choose all wheel drive for winter, and we can show you which vehicles in stock have it. Is there a hybrid Lincoln Aviator or Acura MDX for 2025? + No. Lincoln ended the Lincoln Aviator plug in hybrid after the 2023 model year, and the 2025 Acura MDX doesn't offer a hybrid. Both use V6 gas engines. Which one feels faster on the highway? + The Lincoln Aviator twin turbo V6 feels strong on merges. The Acura MDX feels quicker in corners. Drive both on I-70 and you'll feel the difference right away. Questions Owners Ask About Tech and Safety Does the Lincoln Aviator work with Apple CarPlay? + The 2025 Lincoln Aviator system supports phone projection along with its Google based features. Pair your own phone during the test drive so you can see how it works with your apps. What is BlueCruise on the Lincoln Aviator? + BlueCruise is Lincoln's hands free highway driving feature on mapped divided highways. You still have to watch the road. Ask our sales team how the subscription applies to the vehicle you're looking at. Did Acura get rid of the touchpad? + Yes. For 2025 the Acura MDX moved to a touchscreen and added Google built in. If the touchpad turned you off before, try the new setup. Questions Owners Ask About Ownership Where can I service a Lincoln Aviator near St. Peters? + Our service department at 4760 North Service Road handles Lincoln maintenance and repairs. Book online, in the Lincoln app, or call 636-441-4400. Does Warranty Forever apply to the Lincoln Aviator? + Warranty Forever comes on qualifying new and pre owned vehicles we sell. Ask which vehicles qualify, and read the agreement for what's covered and the maintenance it requires. Can I trade in my current SUV toward a Lincoln Aviator? + Yes. Start with our online trade tool and we'll look at the vehicle in person to firm up the number. Questions Owners Ask About Shopping in St. Peters Can I test drive a Lincoln Aviator on a weekday evening? + Sales is open Monday through Friday 9 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5:30 PM. Call ahead and we'll have one ready. How do I compare a Lincoln Aviator and an Acura MDX side by side? + Drive the Acura MDX first if you can, then come drive a Lincoln Aviator the same day while it's fresh in your mind. Use the same route both times. Can I get pre approved before I visit? + Yes. You can apply online before you come in, which keeps the visit focused on picking the right vehicle. Get Pre Approved First Know your numbers before the test drive. Start Pre Approval Look at Certified Pre Owned Lincoln certified vehicles are another way into an Aviator. See Certified Pre Owned