The 2026 Lincoln Aviator window sticker reads 21 mpg combined (18 city, 25 highway) for the 3L 6-cyl. NHTSA gives the 2026 Aviator 5 stars overall, and a used 2023 asks about $41,495 today.
The Lincoln Aviator window sticker — build, options & years
The Lincoln Aviator ran from 2003–2026 across 3 generations (2003–2005, 2020–2024, 2025–2026).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Lincoln Aviator VIN decoder.
What the Lincoln Aviator sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2026 Aviator:
The label also prints an estimated $2,950 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 455 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle, 2026) the best Aviator version ranks #30 of 51 on combined MPG (the class best is 36 mpg).
How the Aviator's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 2003 to 2026:
Combined went from 14 mpg in 2003 to 21 in 2026; the best year on file is 2020 at 22 mpg. EPA revised its testing method in 2008, so stickers printed before and after that year are not directly comparable.
Safety ratings printed on the label
NHTSA results for the 2026 Aviator:
The weak spot is rollover: 4 stars against 5 overall. Against other models: safest cars ranking.
The Aviator sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the Aviator trails all 3: its most efficient 2026 version reads 21 mpg, the Toyota Highlander 35.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Aviator | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Toyota Highlander | 2026 | 5★ | |
| Hyundai Palisade | 2027 | 5★ | |
| Toyota Sequoia | 2026 | — |
What a used Aviator sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 47 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 14 listings | |
| 2021 | 8 listings | |
| 2020 | 14 listings | |
| 2004 | 11 listings |
A 2023 Aviator asks a median $41,495 today, a 2004 about $3,200. Full breakdown on the Lincoln Aviator value page.
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Aviator window sticker — every model year
ForCar has built 55 Aviator window stickers from VINs so far, opened 94 times. The most requested model years are 2025, 2026 and 2020.
Any Aviator from 2003–2026: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Lincoln models: Lincoln window stickers.
Other Lincoln window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Navigator | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 19 mpg | |
| Lincoln Continental | Large Cars | 24 mpg | |
| Lincoln Nautilus | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 30 mpg | |
| Lincoln Mark | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg | |
| Lincoln Town Car | Large Cars | 20 mpg | |
| Lincoln MKZ | Midsize Cars | 41 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Lincoln Aviator
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every Aviator, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Lincoln Aviator all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Lincoln Aviator window sticker show?
The 2026 label shows up to 21 mpg combined, #30 of 51 in its EPA class (Standard Sport Utility Vehicle). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $2,950 a year.
What safety rating is on the Lincoln Aviator sticker?
5 stars overall from NHTSA for the 2026 model, by test: frontal crash 5, side crash 5, rollover 4.
Does the Aviator sticker show better MPG than the Toyota Highlander?
No: the most efficient 2026 Aviator reads 21 mpg combined, the 2026 Toyota Highlander 35.
Which Lincoln Aviator years do people look up most?
2025, with 13 of the 55 Aviator window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2026 and 2020.
What is a used Lincoln Aviator worth now?
A 2023 asks a median $41,495 and a 2004 about $3,200, across 47 live listings. More on the Lincoln Aviator value page.
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