Comparison 2024 to 2025 Nautilus Tech Feature Improvements?

[reconguru]

Has anyone seen a detailed comparison list of the technical features, additions, and improvements for the 2024 and 2025 Lincoln Nautilus models? For example, I’ve seen vague posts suggesting enhancements to adaptive cruise control and improved lane centering, but no specific details have been provided. If those improvements exist, can the 2024 model receive these upgrades? Merry Christmas!

 

[jsideris]

I read those online as well. Improved lane centering, etc however my dealer said they are identical hardware and software wise. He showed me the detailed specs. The only software/tech difference on the 2025 is rejuvenate installed and no active park assist. I think other members have have noticed other subtle differences with the heated wipers and the back armrest storage bin but the hardware and features appear to be the same.

Anyone let me know if you noticed otherwise.

 

[angore]

Improvements in adaptive cruise, lane centering, and blue cruise could be made via software. I feel there were changes in lane centering after 24B54.

 

[reconguru]

Thank you. Do you know how to determine which software version is installed? The infotainment system says it up to date. Happy Holidays.

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[JMAB]

While using a 2025 Nautilus loaner, I noticed that they went back to the sprayer windshield wipers and dropped the wiper integrated washer. Cost cutting, but sure like the 2024 wipers functionality and coverage enhancement.

 

[swindler]

While using a 2025 Nautilus loaner, I noticed that they went back to the sprayer windshield wipers and dropped the wiper integrated washer. Cost cutting, but sure like the 2024 wipers functionality and coverage enhancement.

I commented quite a bit in some other posts how expensive those blades have become. They started at $60 a pair when we first looked them up in early 2024 and now are up to $230-$250 a pair. I was able to find them (or maybe knock-offs?) on AliExpress for much cheaper, but they did not have the heating element the '24's have (although not needed much in my state).

I'm not sure what's driving that cost so high.

 

[angore]

I bought a spare but not sure how long the originals last. My vehicle is garaged and since retired not out all day so I expect longer life. The wipers use a lot of fluid when used. I have almost 10k miles but I am sure others have a lot more and could report.

 

[gfdublin]

I wondered why I wasn't getting a spray, I guess I know now. I thought the "heated wiper blades" were being heated by the windshield while in the park position. It never occurred to me the wiper blade itself was heated. Yeah... I'm guessing the wiper blades will be expensive (as has been pointed out).

In an effort to push tech, engineers can, (and do sometimes), "over engineer." I had a soft top on a small sports car 1000 years ago (but it seems like yesterday), that had unused seems and connections that were there to maintain the integrity of the top while in the down position. They were never used. I asked someone very close to the development of the car about it and he told me, "Thats over engineering". LOL

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[swindler]

I had a soft top on a small sports car 1000 years ago (but it seems like yesterday), that had unused seems and connections that were there to maintain the integrity of the top while in the down position. They were never used. I asked someone very close to the development of the car about it and he told me, "Thats over engineering". LOL

Sometimes over-engineered is good. I had a rag top once too. I was worried about how expensive it might be to replace. It went through 19 Texas summers while I had it and it was still in great shape. Like new, I'm even tempted to say.

 

[Astroboy55]

While using a 2025 Nautilus loaner, I noticed that they went back to the sprayer windshield wipers and dropped the wiper integrated washer. Cost cutting, but sure like the 2024 wipers functionality and coverage enhancement.

I was a bit annoyed when we got our 25 that they'd changed the wipers. But was on balance happy they gave us in 25 an extra 3 years of lincoln connectivity for a total of 4 years compared to just the 1 year in 24s.

 

[Jacyte]

I was a bit annoyed when we got our 25 that they'd changed the wipers. But was on balance happy they gave us in 25 an extra 3 years of lincoln connectivity for a total of 4 years compared to just the 1 year in 24s.

They never changed that in the 2025 specs. Still says just 1 year included for RIII and lower models. Did they send you a notice saying they extended it? It has Alexa built in for 3 years but it will become partially crippled after the 1 year premium connectivity trial expires.

 

[markfm]

They never changed that in the 2025 specs. Still says just 1 year included for RIII and lower models. Did they send you a notice saying they extended it? It has Alexa built in for 3 years but it will become partially crippled after the 1 year premium connectivity trial expires.

Here's a '25 Premiere 1 window sticker. UR, Functional column, shows the premium connectivity 4yr, and LL Optional Equipment/Other the 4yr BC.

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[Jacyte]

Here's a '25 Premiere 1 window sticker. UR, Functional column, shows the premium connectivity 4yr, and LL Optional Equipment/Other the 4yr BC.
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That's pretty awesome.. hopefully it holds true. You can see it in the app under connected services to verify the plan expiration date. Its a $360 savings.

 

[Astroboy55]

They never changed that in the 2025 specs. Still says just 1 year included for RIII and lower models. Did they send you a notice saying they extended it? It has Alexa built in for 3 years but it will become partially crippled after the 1 year premium connectivity trial expires.

Markfm showed the window sticker for a 2025. Showed up on mine as well. Providing screenshots of connectivity services on our 2025. Bought it at end of Nov 2024. All connectivity services, blue cruise, and alexis are good for 4 years.

 

[Mark lll]

I read those online as well. Improved lane centering, etc however my dealer said they are identical hardware and software wise. He showed me the detailed specs. The only software/tech difference on the 2025 is rejuvenate installed and no active park assist. I think other members have have noticed other subtle differences with the heated wipers and the back armrest storage bin but the hardware and features appear to be the same.

Anyone let me know if you noticed otherwise.

I thought the 2025 came with P/A. I love having the P/A in mine. I also have it in my XC 60 Volvo.

 

[Astroboy55]

I thought the 2025 came with P/A. I love having the P/A in mine. I also have it in my XC 60 Volvo.

No park assist.

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[jsideris]

Ford dropped park assist across all cars. Stating the usage was so low by the car owners.

I used it once in my other fords and once in my 2024 nautilus. It’s “neat” but the effort outweighs the functionality

For me, the cameras are better. I can zip in and out with the camera views much quicker than using the park assist.

 

[Sharbotcom]

Ford dropped park assist across all cars. Stating the usage was so low by the car owners.

I used it once in my other fords and once in my 2025 nautilus. It’s “neat” but the effort outweighs the functionality

For me, the cameras are better. I can zip in and out with the camera views much quicker than using the park assist.

You meant your 2024 Nautilus?

 

[jsideris]

You meant your 2024 Nautilus?

Yeah. I corrected it. Thanks!

 

[Billz]

While waiting for my window recall I noticed a 2024 Reserve II hybrid in the showroom. It has the blue Lincoln star on front and the blue Lincoln lettering on the doors.

I guess they made a change because my Dec 23 build RII hybrid does not have the blue trim. It is a nice touch.