2027 Lincoln Nautilus Reserve
By Lorenzo Bianchi August 14, 2026
Reserve buyers gain two new cabin themes, Afterglow and Hot Chocolate, plus access to the Jet Appearance Package with 20- or 22-inch wheels.
The Renew Package lands on Reserve 200A, pairing Lincoln Rejuvenate with 24-way Perfect Position front seats that include memory and massage.
Nautilus posted its best-ever second quarter in 2026 with 10,370 units sold, and about 65% of buyers came from other premium brands.
A Sharper Look Carries Over to Reserve
The 2027 Nautilus refresh isn't reserved for the range-topping trim, and the Lincoln Nautilus Reserve model picks up the same structural changes as the rest of the lineup. A wider, more detailed grille sits ahead of a redesigned hood, with fenders that carry more visible sculpting than before. Signature lighting now reads more consistently front to rear, and slimmer taillamps shift emphasis toward the Lincoln badge rather than the lighting graphic itself.
Proportions and Wheel Options
Lincoln Nautilus Reserve models can be optioned with the Jet Appearance Package, which swaps in gloss-black grille and exterior trim alongside 20- or 22-inch wheels — a look previously tied more closely to Lincoln Nautilus Black Label. Buyers who prefer a less aggressive stance have five wheel designs to choose from overall, ranging from 19 to 22 inches depending on configuration. Nocturnal Blue, a frosted blue with added chroma, is available across the lineup including Reserve, giving the trim its own new exterior color for 2027.
Cabin Gets Two New Themes
Inside is where Lincoln Nautilus Reserve sees its most direct upgrades. A lighter Afterglow theme joins the options list, and Lincoln Nautilus Reserve is the only trim below Black Label that can also be had in Hot Chocolate. Black Onyx has been updated as well, now built around a full-black lower panel set against a lighter upper cabin — a treatment shared across trims rather than exclusive to Reserve. None of this touches the more elaborate Eminent Hour or Elysian Light themes, which remain Black Label-only.
Wellness Features Move Down the Lineup
The bigger story for Lincoln Nautilus Reserve is the new Renew Package, offered specifically on Reserve 200A. It bundles Lincoln Rejuvenate — a parked-cabin reset that layers visuals, audio, seat position and climate control — with 24-way Perfect Position front seats that add memory and massage. Digital Scent is available to round out the sensory package with curated cabin fragrance. Second-row space stays a strength regardless of trim, with 43.1 inches of legroom that Lincoln positions among the best in the segment.
Tech and Drivetrain Stay Consistent Across Trims
Lincoln Nautilus Reserve models get the same 48-inch panoramic display anchoring the Lincoln Digital Experience, along with the Lincoln Connectivity Package's embedded Google Maps, Google apps and voice assistance. Four years of activated connectivity, the Lincoln Security Package and standard BlueCruise 1.5 hands-free highway driving all carry over. On power, Lincoln Nautilus Reserve starts with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 250 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic. The optional hybrid setup — a high-output 2.0-liter turbo paired with a 100-kW electric motor — brings combined output to 285 horsepower, and Lincoln notes hybrid versions now make up more than half of Nautilus sales fleet-wide.
Where Reserve Sits in the Lineup
Positioned between Premiere and Lincoln Nautilus Black Label, Lincoln Nautilus Reserve appears aimed at buyers who want the Jet Appearance Package's visual edge and the new wellness tech without stepping up to Black Label's exclusive materials. The 2027 Nautilus, including Reserve, is available to order now, with showroom arrivals expected in early 2027.