2008 Lincoln MKX

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MSRP:: $35,420 - $37,170
Invoice:: $32,713 - $34,288

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Now in its second year, the 2008 edition of the Lincoln MKX adds more standard features to this already well-endowed luxury crossover. Seating four in a spacious and quiet cabin, the 2008 MKX is available in either front-wheel or all-wheel drive (though the AWD is meant more for rough weather or tricky roads than any true off-roading experience). The 3.5-liter, 265-hp V6 and 6-speed automatic transmission deliver adequate power, but sluggish acceleration for the nearly two-ton crossover. Of course, with the now-standard heated and cooled leather seats and new Lincoln Sync hands-free communication and entertainment system, drivers will probably prefer not to rush through the driving experience, trying to savor every luxurious moment inside the mid-size crossover.

Along with the new heated and cooled seats, the 2008 MKX gets satellite radio and memory settings for the driver's 10-way power seat. Also available are optional 20-inch wheels to replace the standard 18-inch alloys. Features such as dual-zone climate control, a CD/MP3 player with audio input jack, sound insulation, and 40 inches of legroom front and back keep passengers happy and isolated from the outside world. A nice option is the Vista sunroof, which consists of a lengthy sunroof and a rear skylight opening up the cabin. Rear seats split-fold 60/40 to more than double the 32-cubic-foot cargo area to 69 cubic feet, and an optional towing package allows you to haul up to 6,200 pounds. Safety is also considered, and the 2008 Lincoln MKX is fully equipped with ABS brakes, dual front-side and side curtain airbags, a tire monitor, traction control, and stability control with rollover protection. Adaptive headlights and rear parking sensors can be added.

Although it's entering an already overcrowded crossover market, and it's basically a Ford Edge with a Lincoln exterior, the 2008 MKX hopes to steal away customers from the more established Acura MDX or Lexus RX350. It certainly has the interior space, quiet ride, and smooth handling crossover drivers have come to expect, and its growing list of standard high-end equipment earns high marks. But its sluggish power, 16/24 mpg city/highway, lack of a manual mode in the 6-speed, and no low-range gearing to accompany the AWD are downsides that can hinder the overall driving experience. (less) (more)

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History of the Lincoln MKX

[Edit] The 265-horsepower Lincoln MKX is making its debut for the 2007 model year, becoming the manufacturer's first crossover vehicle. It blends luxury and looks with utility and safety.
The safety factor is even bigger on the AWD trim, which adds Lincoln's Intelligent All-Wheel Drive technology, which constantly monitors each wheel and adjusts torque distribution accordingly and instantly. All MKXs come with front air bags with driver-seat position sensors and crash-severity sensors, side-curtain air bags, and ABS; roll stability control is available.
The smooth-riding MKX prides itself on providing a comfortable experience for all occupants. The leather seats are a pleasure to sit in, especially when they have the optional coolers and heaters, and equipment both standard and available work together to make long drives seem too short. Innovative options on the crossover include the Vista Roof, a huge sliding moonroof with a fixed panel behind it, and adaptive headlights, which pivot to shine around curves in the road.
Some see the MKX as simply a version of the Ford Edge with a plusher interior, a few more available options, and a higher price tag. That's up to individual opinion, but most sets of eyes will give it the edge over the Edge, and really all sets of ears will - the MKX offers a quieter ride for sure.