Does the 2026 Lincoln Navigator need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$424extra a year
- Premium listed for the Premiere 4WD.
- All 7 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiere 4WD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
| L Premiere 4x4 | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
| Reserve 4WD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
| L Reserve 4x4 | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
| Black Label 4WD | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
| Black Label 4x4 #480888 | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
| Black Label 4x4 #480891 | 3.5L 6cyl | Premium | 17 | $2,259 | $2,682 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lincoln Navigator | Premiere 4WD | Premium |
| 2026 Ford Expedition | Active 4x2 | Regular |
| 2026 Cadillac Escalade | RWD | Premium |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLS | GLS 450 4MATIC AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Audi SQ7 | Premium Plus AWD | Premium |
| 2026 Cadillac Escalade ESV | RWD | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree