2022 Lincoln Aviator RWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDRear-Wheel Drive
City
18
MPG
Highway
26
MPG
Combined
21
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic (S10)
Regular
City
18
Hwy
26
Comb
21
Fuel cost: $3,200/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,200

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-4,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 4/10
GHG Score: 4/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
424 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
14.2 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3L 6-cyl
Transmission
10-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
3L, 6-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$3,207/yr
California
$5.957/gal$4,255/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$2,777/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$2,954/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$3,230/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$3,221/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$3,994/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$3,299/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$3,103/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$3,177/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 21 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

Recall History

Source: NHTSA

No recalls reported for this vehicle.

Owner-Reported Problems42 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 42 owner complaints for the 2022 Lincoln Aviator RWD. Top reported issues include electrical system, structure and fuel system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Electrical System
8
Structure
8
Fuel System
7
Visibility / Wipers
7
Engine
6
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
5
Lighting
3
Air Bags
3

2022 Lincoln Aviator RWD problems by category: Electrical System: 8 complaints, Structure: 8 complaints, Fuel System: 7 complaints, Visibility / Wipers: 7 complaints, Engine: 6 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 5 complaints, Lighting: 3 complaints, Air Bags: 3 complaints.

6
Crashes Reported
1
Fires Reported
3
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

StructureFiled: 04/11/2026ODI#11730557
REF C PILLAR RECALL & NHTSA Complaint # 11713372 by another owner on 11/18/25. NHTSA NEEDS TO ISSUE RECALL FOR A PILLARS. Have had wind noise issue on front passenger side since I bought car. Dealer l…
EngineFiled: 12/20/2025ODI#11706296
On July 25, 2025 my 2022 Lincoln Aviator Hybrid Grand Touring Edition stalled while driving on Interstate 25 in Colorado Springs. I lost partial control of the vehicle but was able to guide it onto th…
Electrical SystemFiled: 10/06/2025ODI#11691739
1- ABS/Braking Issue The ABS system appears to be malfunctioning. On multiple occasions, typically once or twice a week, when I apply the brakes, the tires lock up and cause the vehicle to skid. This …

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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