Verdict
The BMW XM narrowly out-scores the Lincoln Aviator overall, 61 to 60. The Lincoln Aviator wins the most individual categories, taking 5 of 8 where both have enough coverage to call. The biggest gap is in Livability, where the Lincoln Aviator leads by 23 points.
Reviewers
BMW XM
Doug DeMuro, Redline Reviews, SavageGeese, TheStraightPipes, Throttle House
Lincoln Aviator
Auto Buyers Guide, Redline Reviews, SavageGeese, TheStraightPipes