Head-to-head
2027 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2027 Lincoln Aviator
The Chevrolet Traverse wins clearly, 90.9 to 83.5, on price, fuel & range. The Lincoln Aviator is ahead on safety.
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2027 Chevrolet Traverse
The 2027 Chevrolet Traverse is sold in the U.S. as a gas large SUV with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Traverse FWD, is EPA-rated a…
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The 2027 Lincoln Aviator is sold in the U.S. as a gas large SUV with 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version, the Aviator AWD, is EPA-rated at 20…
Verdict · default weights
2027 Chevrolet Traverse
Clear winThe Chevrolet Traverse wins clearly, 90.9 to 83.5, on price, fuel & range. The Lincoln Aviator is ahead on safety.
Price 2027 Chevrolet Traverse leads by 29
Safety 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads by 15.3
Fuel & range 2027 Chevrolet Traverse leads by 9
| Category · weight | 2027 Lincoln Aviatoroverall 83.5 | 2027 Chevrolet Traverseoverall 90.9 | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricew 4 | 71 | 100 | |||||||||
Base MSRP of the trim (or the model's lowest trim). Lower is better. | |||||||||||
| Fuel & rangew 3 | 91 | 100 | |||||||||
EPA annual fuel cost and combined mpg / MPGe; EV range when both are electric. | |||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 90.3 | 75 | |||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Performancenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Warrantynot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||
| Overall | 83.5 | 90.9 | |||||||||
Trim vs trim · 3 of 7 categories compared
Lincoln Aviator: base trim Aviator Premiere RWD · Chevrolet Traverse: base trim LT. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Change what matters to you →Scores are 0–100 per category from the data on this page. The weights are yours to set.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse wins
- It starts $16,695 lower ($40,800 against $57,495 base MSRP).
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 87).
- It is rated 22 combined against 20 (EPA mpg or MPGe).
Where the 2027 Lincoln Aviator answers
- It lists 31 standard driver-assist features against 0.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
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Specifications side by side
42 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $57,495 | $40,800 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | twin turbo | — |
| Cylinder count | 6 | — |
| Engine type (full description) | Twin-Turbocharged 3.0L V6 with Auto Start-Stop Technology | — |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi | — |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | 400 hp | — |
| Torque | 415 lb-ft | — |
| Fuel Economy | ||
| MPG (city) | 17 mpg | — |
| MPG (combined) | 20 mpg | — |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg | — |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | 3.58 | — |
| Transmission speeds | 10 | — |
| Transmission type | automatic | — |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Overall height | 69.2 in | — |
| Overall length | 200 in | — |
| Overall width | 79.6 in | — |
| Wheelbase | 119 in | — |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 75.9 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 39.9 cu-ft | — |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 16.5 cu-ft | — |
| Total interior volume | 141 cu-ft | — |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | 6 | — |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | 40.2 in | — |
| Second-row headroom | 38.4 in | — |
| Third-row headroom | 36.9 in | — |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | 43 in | — |
| Second-row legroom | 39 in | — |
| Third-row legroom | 29.2 in | — |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4,745 lbs | — |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6,360 lbs | — |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | Short long arm (SLA), double ball joint front suspension with stabilizer bar | — |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) | — |
| Brakes | ||
| Parking brake type | Electric | — |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | 20 in | — |
| Wheel material | Aluminum | — |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | 20.2 gal | — |
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 | — |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | Lincoln Connectivity Package | — |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 48 months | — |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | 61.5 in | — |
| Second-row shoulder room | 61.3 in | — |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54 in | — |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
121 features · differences first, then sharedSafety31 differ · 31 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Cruise Control Includes Lane Centering Assist, Stop-and-Go and Predictive Speed Assist | std | — |
| Pre-Collision Assist® with Automatic Emergency Braking (Pedestrian Detection) | std | — |
| 360-Degree Camera | std | — |
| Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking Includes Forward Collision Warning, Dynamic Brake Support and Pedestrian Detection | std | — |
| Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Airbags | std | — |
| Lane Keeping System | std | — |
| Personal Safety System™ with Dual Stage Front Airbags | std | — |
| Safety Canopy® System with Side Curtain Airbags | std | — |
| Front Parking Sensors | std | — |
| Rear Parking Sensors | std | — |
| 4-Wheel Disc Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) | std | — |
| AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control™ | std | — |
| Auto Hold | std | — |
| Belt-Minder® For All Seating Positions | std | — |
| Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert with Braking | std | — |
| Child-Safety Rear Door Locks | std | — |
| Driver's Knee Airbag | std | — |
| Evasive Steer Assist | std | — |
| Glove-Box-Door-Integrated Knee Airbag | std | — |
| Hill Start Assist | std | — |
| LATCH (Lower Anchor and Tether Anchors for Children) | std | — |
| Lincoln BlueCruise (Hands-Free Highway Driving with Automatic Lane Change, 4-Years Included) | std | — |
| Lincoln Co-Pilot360® Drive 2.0 | std | — |
| Perimeter Alarm / Perimeter Anti-Theft System | std | — |
| Post Collision Braking | std | — |
| Rear View Camera | std | — |
| Reverse Brake Assist with Rear Cross-Traffic Braking | std | — |
| SOS Post-Crash Alert System™ | std | — |
| Traction Control | std | — |
| SecuriLock® Passive Anti-Theft System | std | — |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | std | — |
Infotainment12 differ · 12 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Connect™ 5G Embedded Modem with Unlimited Wi-Fi® Hot Spot (Lincoln Connectivity Package, 4-Years Included) | std | — |
| Lincoln Security Package (4-Years Included with Activation) – includes Theft Alerts, Start Inhibit, and Stolen Vehicle Services | std | — |
| 13.2-inch LCD Capacitive Center Stack with Swipe Capability | std | — |
| Lincoln App | std | — |
| Lincoln Digital Experience (Google-based infotainment with 13.2-inch LCD center stack, Google Maps™, Google Assistant™/Google Gemini, Google Play™) | std | — |
| Lincoln Premium Audio System with 10 Speakers Including Subwoofer | std | — |
| Revel® Audio System with 14-Speakers and HD Radio™ Technology | opt | — |
| Revel® Ultima 3D Audio System with 28-Speakers and HD Radio™ Technology (including subwoofer, QuantumLogic® Surround 3D) | opt | — |
| SiriusXM (3-Month Prepaid Subscription) | std | — |
| SiriusXM with 360L (4-Year Plan) | opt | — |
| USB Ports (8 total) | std | — |
| Wireless Charging Pad | opt | — |
Convenience7 differ · 7 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Open on Approach Power Liftgate | std | — |
| Remote Start System | std | — |
| 110V/150W AC Power Outlet | std | — |
| Intelligent Access with Push-Button Start | std | — |
| Phone As A Key | std | — |
| SecuriCode™ Keyless Entry Keypad | std | — |
| Universal Garage Door Opener | std | — |
Climate3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-Zone Climate Controls | std | — |
| Auto Air Refresh (cabin air filtration and active air monitoring) | opt | — |
| Cabin Particulate and Odor Filter | std | — |
Seating9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Auto Heated and Ventilated First-Row Seats (heated) | std | — |
| Auto Heated and Ventilated First-Row Seats (ventilated) | opt | — |
| Heated and Ventilated Second-Row Outboard Seats | opt | — |
| Heated Second-Row Outboard Seats | opt | — |
| Comfort Front Seats with 10-Way Driver and 8-Way Passenger Power Adjustability, Power Lumbar and Driver-Side Memory | std | — |
| Lincoln Soft Touch Seats | std | — |
| Perfect Position Front Seats with 30-Way Power Adjustability and Active Motion® Massage | opt | — |
| Second-Row 40/Mini Console/40 Dual-Captain Chairs with Power Tip-and-Slide Release | std | — |
| Third-Row 50/50 Powerfold® Split-Bench Seat | std | — |
Interior16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Heated Steering Wheel | std | — |
| Frameless Interior Rearview Mirror with Auto-Dimming Feature | std | — |
| Power Tilt/Telescopic Steering Column with Memory Feature | opt | — |
| 12.4-inch Digital Instrument Cluster Display | std | — |
| Advanced Head-Up Display | opt | — |
| Dual-Illuminated Visor Vanity Mirrors | std | — |
| Front Center Floor Console with Armrest, Deep Storage Bin, Two Cupholders and Powerpoints | std | — |
| Illuminated Welcome (interior welcome lighting) | std | — |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel with Cruise, Redundant Audio, Climate and Media Controls | std | — |
| Linear Brushed Aluminum Applique | std | — |
| Lockable Glovebox | std | — |
| Piano Key Shifter | std | — |
| Symphonic Chimes | std | — |
| Manual Tilt/Telescopic Steering Column with Memory Feature | std | — |
| Carpeted First- and Second-Row Floor Mats | std | — |
| Overhead Console with Sunglasses Holder | std | — |
Exterior30 differ · 30 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Power-Adjustable, Autofold, Heated Sideview Mirrors | std | — |
| 20" Magnetic Bright-Machined Aluminum Wheel (standard Premiere wheel) | std | — |
| 21" Bright-Machined Aluminum with Dark Alloy-Painted Pockets (optional Premiere wheel) | opt | — |
| Acoustic-Laminated First-Row Glass | std | — |
| Adaptive Pixel LED Headlamps (Illumination Package) | opt | — |
| Auto High-Beam Headlamps | std | — |
| Body-Color Wheel Lip and Rocker Moldings (optional) | opt | — |
| Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel Filler | std | — |
| Full LED Headlamps (Lincoln Signature Lighting) | std | — |
| Illuminated Lincoln Star in Grille (Illumination Package) | opt | — |
| Jet Appearance Package (blacked-out exterior with 22-inch aluminum wheels) | opt | — |
| LED Fog Lamps | opt | — |
| Light Touch Door Handles | std | — |
| Lincoln Dynamic Signature Lighting – LED Daytime Running Lamps with Sequential On/Off (Illumination Package) | opt | — |
| Lincoln Embrace (choreographed approach lighting with Lincoln logo welcome mat) | std | — |
| Lincoln Signature Lighting – (LED Daytime Running Lamps with Fade On/Off) | std | — |
| Non-Heated Visioblade™ Wipers | std | — |
| Panoramic Vista Roof® with Power Sunshade | opt | — |
| Power-Adjustable, Autofold, Heated Sideview Mirrors with LED Turn Signal Indicators | std | — |
| Power-Adjustable, Autofold, Heated Sideview Mirrors with LED Turn Signal Indicators, Memory Feature and Auto-Dimming Driver's Side | std | — |
| Quad Chrome Exhaust Tips, Dual Exhaust System | std | — |
| Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers | std | — |
| Roof Rack Aluminum Side Rails | std | — |
| Roof Rack Black Side Rails (optional replacement) | opt | — |
| Tire Inflator and Sealant Kit | std | — |
| Wiper-Activated Headlamps | std | — |
| Autolamp (automatic on/off) | std | — |
| Privacy Glass on Rear Doors, Quarters and Liftgate Glass | std | — |
| Rear-Window Defroster with Washer and Top Mounted Wiper | std | — |
| 18-Inch Mini-Spare Wheel | std | — |
Powertrain6 differ · 6 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent All-Wheel Drive (AWD) | opt | — |
| 10-Speed SelectShift® Automatic Transmission with Paddle Activation | std | — |
| Active Grille Shutters | std | — |
| Lincoln Drive Modes | std | — |
| Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) standard | std | — |
| Twin-Turbocharged 3.0L V6 Engine with Auto Start-Stop Technology (400 hp / 415 lb-ft) | std | — |
Chassis5 differ · 5 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive Suspension with Pothole Mitigation Technology | std | — |
| Air Glide Suspension with Dynamic Lower Entry (Dynamic Handling Package) | opt | — |
| Dynamic Handling Package (Air Glide Suspension with Dynamic Lower Entry) | opt | — |
| Electric Parking Brake | std | — |
| Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS) | std | — |
Cargo2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT |
|---|---|---|
| Class III Trailer Tow Package (Class III hitch and wiring) | std | — |
| Class III Trailer Tow Package (4-pin and 7-pin connectors, BLIS with Trailer Coverage, Smart Trailer Tow Connector, trailer sway control) | std | — |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
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Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPLincoln Aviator
Safety Signal 87 B
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 2 · 2 filed unfixed
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
- high Seats 26V451000 · 387,911 vehicles · filed unfixed
- moderate Seats 26V470000 · 76,748 vehicles · filed unfixed
Chevrolet Traverse
Safety Signal 100 A
NHTSA overall —
Frontal / side / rollover — / — / —
Recalls 0
Owner complaints —
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Lincoln AviatorAviator Premiere RWD | Chevrolet TraverseLT | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $57,495 (base trim) | $40,800 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | $57,495 – $85,910 5 trims | $40,800 – $56,100 4 trims |
| Powertrains | GAS | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | Aviator RWD | Traverse FWD |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | 20 | 22 |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3,350 | $3,050 |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi | — |
| Powertrain warranty | 6 yr / 70,000 mi | — |
| Roadside assistance | — | — |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Lincoln Aviator or the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
The Chevrolet Traverse wins clearly, 90.9 to 83.5, on price, fuel & range. The Lincoln Aviator is ahead on safety. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse scores 90.9 and the 2027 Lincoln Aviator 83.5. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which is cheaper, the 2027 Lincoln Aviator or the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
The 2027 Chevrolet Traverse starts lower — $40,800 against $57,495, a gap of $16,695 at the trims compared here. Both are manufacturer MSRPs before destination, options and dealer charges.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Lincoln Aviator or the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
2027 Lincoln Aviator: no NHTSA rating yet, grade B, 2 recalls (2 filed with no repair available). 2027 Chevrolet Traverse: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Lincoln Aviator and the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse?
Where the 2027 Chevrolet Traverse wins: it starts $16,695 lower ($40,800 against $57,495 base MSRP), has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 87), and is rated 22 combined against 20 (EPA mpg or MPGe). Where the 2027 Lincoln Aviator answers: it lists 31 standard driver-assist features against 0.