2010 Lincoln Navigator — Full Specifications

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19Combined MPG (UK)
5.4L 8-cylEngine
Regular GasolineFuel Type
$4,200Est. Annual Fuel (US EPA)
N/ANHTSA Safety
345CO₂ g/km

The 2010 Lincoln Navigator is an SUV powered by a 5.4L 8-cyl regular gasoline engine. It returns around 19 mpg (UK) / 16 mpg (US EPA) combined. Owners often keep a Lincoln Navigator workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.

Full Specifications

Engine5.4L 8-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd
Fuel TypeRegular Gasoline
PowertrainConventional
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
Body StyleSUV
Fuel Economy (UK)19 combined / 17 urban / 24 extra-urban mpg
Fuel Economy (US EPA)16 combined / 14 city / 20 highway mpg
CO₂ Emissions345 g/km
EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost$4,200 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices)

Engine & Transmission Options

EPA lists 1 configuration for the 2010 Lincoln Navigator, all with the 5.4L 8-cyl engine. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.

EngineTransmissionDriveMPG (UK)MPG (US)CO₂ g/kmFuel cost / yr
5.4L 8-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive 19 16 (14/20) 345$4,200

MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.

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Running Costs: 2010 Lincoln Navigator

Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2010 Lincoln Navigator at 19 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,914 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $4,200 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.

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2010 Lincoln Navigator Safety Ratings (NHTSA)

No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.

Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)

NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2010 Lincoln Navigator as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.

Owners have filed 16 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Lincoln Navigator. The most-reported areas are Service brakes (4), Electrical system (4), Exterior lighting (2). Complaints include 3 reported crashes, 2 reported injuries. That is close to the median of 19 complaints across the 16 Lincoln Navigator model years in our data.

Used-buyer checklist for the 2010 Lincoln Navigator

Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:

Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.

How It Compares

How does the Lincoln Navigator compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 19 mpg figure is 8 mpg below that average. Its 345 g/km CO₂ figure is 92 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.

Lincoln models in our database average about 25 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2010 Lincoln Navigator's 19 mpg is 6 mpg below that make average. Its 345 g/km CO₂ figure is 80 g/km higher than the 265 g/km Lincoln average.

Of the 17 Lincoln Navigator model years we cover, the 2010 ranks 13th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (19 mpg UK combined, against a high of 23 mpg). See every Lincoln Navigator year side by side.

Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026

Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the 2010 Lincoln Navigator have?

It's fitted with a 5.4L 8-cyl regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic 6-spd transmission.

What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Lincoln Navigator?

The most efficient configuration returns around 19 mpg (UK) combined, or 16 mpg on the US EPA cycle.

How much does the 2010 Lincoln Navigator cost to fuel per year?

The US EPA estimates about $4,200 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.

Does the 2010 Lincoln Navigator have any recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2010 Lincoln Navigator as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.

What are the most common problems reported for the 2010 Lincoln Navigator?

Among the 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Service brakes (4 complaints), Electrical system (4 complaints), Exterior lighting (2 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.

Is the Lincoln Navigator's fuel economy good for an SUV?

It returns around 19 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.

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