What’s new

• They were designed in 2024.
• Bigger on the inside and the outside.
• A 48-inch computerized instrument screen that is very big.
• Begin the second version of the Nautilus.

When Lincoln said that they would no longer be making the old model Nautilus, we thought that it would be replaced by an electric car. Instead, we get a brand-new midsize SUV with two rows of seats that come with technology that can compete with any other car on the market, gas or electric. It also has the choice of an electric hybrid powertrain. The most impressive thing about the car is, without a doubt, the cutting-edge digital instrument panel and display that takes up the whole dashboard and is 48 inches wide. The 4-foot display is hidden at the base of the windshield and isn’t quite big enough, so an 11.1-inch tablet above the center console, which is easier to reach, is used instead.

Ford’s BlueCruise, which used to be called AutoGlide on Lincoln cars, is installed on all 2024 Nautilus cars. On most controlled-access roads in the US, the Nautilus can be driven without using your hands as long as the cameras and sensors can see the lanes and other cars. A camera follows the driver to make sure they are paying attention to the road. The Nautilus will automatically change lanes and realign itself in its lane when the driver turns on the turn light. This is done to keep a safe distance between the Lincoln and traffic in the lanes next to it. BlueCruise 1.2 is the name of this function. Blue Cruise isn’t free, but it’s pretty normal. Nautilus device owners must buy a four-year service plan after a 90-day trial time if they want to keep the technology unless they choose an option package that comes with it. As usual, the service plan comes with the top-level Nautilus Black Label.

The Nautilus is in a class with a lot of other good boats. The Mercedes-Benz GLC is a great choice for people who want a classic, classy look. On the other hand, the Acura RDX might be more appealing to people who want a more powerful look. It’s nice that the Genesis GV70 is both graceful and quick, and it also comes in an electric version, though it costs more. Three more electric SUVs that you can look into are the Tesla Model Y, the Volvo XC40 Recharge, and the Lexus RZ 450e.