New Model Year | St. Peters, MO
The 2027 Nautilus brings new styling and new interiors in early 2027, and a 2026 can be in your driveway this month. Choosing between them comes down to a handful of details.
Lincoln says the 2027 Nautilus will reach showrooms in early 2027. That leaves a stretch of months where you can buy a 2026 Nautilus now or hold off for the refreshed one, and the right call depends less on the calendar than on a few specific changes.
This post covers what Lincoln confirmed for 2027, what the trade press has reported about the base trim, and how to decide. Dave Sinclair Lincoln St. Peters sits along I-70 at 4760 North Service Road, so a test drive fits easily into either plan.
Quick answer: The 2027 Lincoln Nautilus is a refresh of the current SUV, with a wider grille, new lighting, five wheel choices from 19 to 22 inches, new colors and new interior themes. Lincoln expects showroom arrivals in early 2027. If you want a Nautilus this month, a 2026 gets you there. If a specific 2027 color, interior theme or wheel matters to you, waiting makes sense.
Timing
Showrooms in early 2027
Wheels
Five choices, 19 to 22 inches
Display
48 inch panoramic screen
What's Changing on the 2027 Lincoln Nautilus?
Lincoln calls it a refresh, and that's the right word. The Nautilus keeps its two row layout and the same basic shape. What changes is the face and the details around it.
Up front, the 2027 Nautilus gets a wider, more detailed grille, a redesigned hood and sculpted fenders. Lincoln also added new signature lighting from front to back, and the rear taillamps are slimmer with Lincoln lettering on them. Park a 2026 beside one and the front end is where you'll notice it first.
Five wheel designs are offered, from 19 to 22 inches depending on trim. The Jet Appearance Package adds a glossy black grille and exterior accents with 20 or 22 inch wheels, and Lincoln lists it for Premiere, Reserve and Black Label.
Two colors are new. Nocturnal Blue, a frosted blue, is offered across the lineup. Frosted Fig, a plum purple, is exclusive to Black Label and sold at participating Black Label retailers, so ask us about it before you plan around that color.
Which 2027 Lincoln Nautilus Interior Theme Goes With Which Trim?
Lincoln spread the new interior looks across the trims, so the theme you want can decide the trim you buy.
- Afterglow is offered on Premiere and Reserve.
- Hot Chocolate is Reserve only.
- Eminent Hour is a Black Label theme, with Tranquil Dusk Menorca seating, open pore wood and an Ebony headliner.
- Elysian Light is a Black Label theme, with Soft Cloud leather, Still Water Blue accents and a Soft Cloud headliner.
Black Label buyers get the two most detailed themes. Our Black Label inventory shows what's here now.
The wellness side is worth a look in person. Lincoln Rejuvenate combines visuals, audio, seat position and climate for a short reset, and it only runs while the Nautilus is parked with the vehicle off or with no door open. The Renew Package, which Lincoln lists on Reserve 200A, adds Rejuvenate along with 24 way Perfect Position front seats with memory and massage.

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What Did the Base Trim Give Up for 2027?
Trade press has picked up two equipment changes on the entry Premiere I trim, and they matter if that's the trim you're shopping. According to Ford Authority, the heated steering wheel is no longer standard on Premiere I. It becomes an option on Premiere II and stays standard on Reserve and Black Label.
The same outlet reports that Premiere I loses the standard 60/40 EasyFold second row. In its place is a manual folding bench with reclining seats that you push forward by hand. EasyFold is still available on Premiere II and standard on Reserve and Black Label.
Lincoln's own announcement doesn't mention either change. Treat them as reported and ask us to confirm them against the build sheet on any 2027 Nautilus you consider.
Treat them as reported and ask us to confirm them against the build sheet on any 2027 Nautilus you consider.
Should You Buy a 2026 Lincoln Nautilus or Wait for the 2027?
Start with timing. By Lincoln's account a 2027 Nautilus won't be in showrooms until early 2027, so a purchase this month means a 2026 or a pre owned Nautilus. Ask our sales team which 2026 Nautilus models are on the lot right now, since colors and trims vary.
Waiting makes sense if something on the 2027 list is a deal breaker for you. The Afterglow or Hot Chocolate interior, Nocturnal Blue paint, the Jet Appearance Package and the new wheel choices are all 2027 changes. So is the Renew Package, if massage seats and Rejuvenate are what you want.

Buying now makes sense if you'd rather not plan around a delivery window, or if the changes above don't move you. The 2026 Nautilus is the same two row SUV with the same wide panoramic display, and a vehicle you can drive home this week doesn't depend on anyone's shipping schedule.
Your current vehicle belongs in the math too. If it's due for a decision soon, get a trade number before you commit to either plan, and you'll know how much of the gap it closes.
Where Can You Buy a Lincoln Nautilus Near St. Peters, MO?
Dave Sinclair Lincoln St. Peters is at 4760 North Service Road, right along I-70. Sales is open Monday through Friday 9 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5:30 PM, and you can reach the team at 636-441-4400. Shoppers from St. Charles, O'Fallon and Lake St. Louis get to us on I-70.
St. Peters driver tip
Take the Nautilus out on I-70 toward Highway 364, then loop back along Mid Rivers Mall Drive. The highway stretch shows you how quiet the cabin is and how the driver assist feels, and the slower stop and go traffic shows you how the display and seats treat you when you're in no hurry.
Bring the vehicle you'd trade, and bring your list of must haves, whether that's a color, an interior theme or a trim. It's a lot easier to sort out 2026 against 2027 with the actual vehicles in front of you.
Pickup and Delivery for Nautilus service
Complimentary Pickup and Delivery is available on vehicles within the 4 year or 50,000 mile new vehicle limited warranty. We pick your vehicle up, leave a Lincoln loaner and return it washed. Outside that warranty, check with the store.
See How Pickup and Delivery WorksQuestions Buyers Ask About 2027 Nautilus Timing
When will the 2027 Lincoln Nautilus arrive in St. Peters?
Lincoln expects showroom arrivals in early 2027. Call the sales team for the latest word on timing.
Is the 2027 Lincoln Nautilus a redesign?
It's a refresh. You get a new face, new lighting, new wheels, new colors and new interior themes on the same two row SUV.
Is a 2026 Lincoln Nautilus outdated once the 2027 arrives?
No. It's the same SUV with different styling and a few equipment moves, so judge it by how it drives and what's on it.
Questions Buyers Ask About Nautilus Equipment
Does every 2027 Lincoln Nautilus come with BlueCruise?
Lincoln says BlueCruise 1.5 is standard on every 2027 Nautilus for four years. It needs an active plan or trial to work.
What does Lincoln Rejuvenate do?
It combines visuals, audio, seat position and climate for a short reset. It only runs while the vehicle is parked with the vehicle off or no door open.
Is the heated steering wheel still standard on the 2027 Nautilus?
Ford Authority reports it's no longer standard on Premiere I but stays standard on Reserve and Black Label. Ask us to check the build sheet.
Questions Buyers Ask About Color and Trim
Which 2027 Lincoln Nautilus colors are new?
Lincoln lists Nocturnal Blue across the lineup and Frosted Fig as a Black Label color. Ask us what's available to see.
Which interior themes are only on Black Label?
Eminent Hour and Elysian Light. Afterglow is offered on Premiere and Reserve, and Hot Chocolate is Reserve only.
Does the 2027 Lincoln Nautilus come as a hybrid?
Lincoln offers a hybrid and says hybrids account for more than half of Nautilus sales. Ask us which trims carry it.
Questions Buyers Ask About Trade In and Financing
Can I trade in my current vehicle toward a Nautilus?
You can. Start with the online trade estimate, then bring the vehicle in so we can confirm the number.
Can I start a finance application before I visit?
Yes, the online application on our site lets you start from home. Our team will take it from there when you arrive.
Should I trade before the 2027 arrives or after?
It depends on what your current vehicle does for you in the meantime. Get a number now, then decide with the actual figure in hand.
Questions Buyers Ask About Visiting the Store
Where is Dave Sinclair Lincoln St. Peters?
We're at 4760 North Service Road in St. Peters, MO, along I-70.
When is the sales department open?
Monday through Friday 9 AM to 7 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5:30 PM.
Does Pickup and Delivery cover a Nautilus?
It's complimentary on vehicles within the 4 year or 50,000 mile new vehicle limited warranty. Outside that, check with the store.
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