The midsize 2010 Lincoln MKX luxury crossover SUV remains largely unchanged after significant exterior and interior changes for the ’09 model year. Based on the MAZDA6 unibody platform and sharing drivetrain and basic design features with its kissing cousin, the Ford Edge, the five-door, five-passenger ’09 MKX offers two trims, the Base front-wheel drive (FWD) and the Base all-wheel drive (AWD). Each trim offers car-like handling, luxury appointments, and options to die for – and, alas, to pay for.
Equipped with a standard DOHC 3.5-liter variable-valve-timed V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission, the 2010 MKX puts out 265 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque, good enough to tow 3,500 pounds of trailer with the optional Class II Trailer Tow Package, and 950 pounds of payload. The EPA estimates 17/24 mpg for the FWD ’09 MKX, and 15/22 with the AWD configuration. This particular drivetrain is the only offering available for the 2010 MKX. Curiously, the six-speed automatic does not offer an auto-manual mode.
The '09 MKX AWD trim features full-time AWD with a center limited-slip differential. As with most permanent AWD-equipped vehicles, the 2010 MKX is not intended for serious off-road use.
The 2010 MKX shows its luxurious pedigree in such standard appearance, comfort, and convenience features as 18-inch aluminum wheels, a large chrome grille, leather upholstery and trim, eight-way power-adjustable and heated front bucket seats, dual-zone climate control, cruise, real wood and satin-nickel accents, ambient lighting, a universal remote transmitter, Bluetooth/SYNC hands-free communications and audio technology, a USB connection, and a 6-CD changer with six speakers.
Options for the 2010 Lincoln MKX FWD and AWD trims include the power-operated double-panel Vista Sunroof, rear-seat DVD entertainment, a THX-certified sound system with 14 speakers and 600 watts of power, heated rear seats, and the Limited Edition Package, featuring 20-inch chrome-clad aluminum wheels, unique chrome and badging, Limited Edition interior wood paneling, and premium front and rear floor mats.
For 2010, the Lincoln MKX is delivered with such standard safety offerings as four-wheel disc ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, the AdvanceTrac stability system along with rollover stability control, front side-mounted airbags, front and rear side curtain airbags, rear parking sensors, dusk-sensing headlights, front fog/driving lights, and a post-collision safety system, among many other safety systems and features.
Owners of the ’09 Lincoln MKX frequently mention its lack of giddy-up, as well as reliability concerns and its lack of a power-telescoping tilt steering wheel. Other owner complaints include seat comfort during extended trips, reliability issues, glitches with the Bluetooth/SYNC system, and the lack of a rear cargo cover. Mileage was considered reasonable by most owners, though some thought fuel economy should be better around town. Virtually all '09 owners, however, rave about the MKX’s styling, ride, quiet elegance, handling, and its capacious interior. Additionally, the exclusivity of the ’09 Lincoln MKX rated highly on the list of personal favorites.
All my rear lights are not working on 2010 Lincoln MKX. Brake lights, hazard lights, tail gate light and turning signal lights. Was told this could be a bigger problem rather than just bulb replacement for each of these?
dash lights are out at night
I am trrying to figure out if I need to pay for Sirius to use my navigation system
2010 MKX random beep sounds like the last beep after start up and all the lights go on as the car starts ie seat belt, tire inflator, air bag etc. I seems that the beep happens most often when I am decelerating down to 20 mph and making a right turn. Had it into another dealer last week and they have no idea why it does that. Any suggestions why it beeps only once under the 20 mph situation.
power windows wont go up
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.7 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brake width: .43 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front and rear · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.16
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: chrome · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: SYNC · Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade · Rear moonroof: fixed glass · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: one-touch
Safety
Active head restraints: front and rear · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: front
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: Class II · Trailer wiring: 4-pin
Video System
Video games: Audio/Video Input
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: dual speed
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 600 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.6 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.9 · Rear brake width: .43 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front and rear · Interior accents: wood · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power driver seat · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: on demand · Axle ratio: 3.39 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 150 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: chrome · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: chrome · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: SYNC · Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade · Rear moonroof: fixed glass · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: front
Seatbelts
Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: chrome aluminum
Towing and Hauling
Trailer hitch: Class II · Trailer wiring: 4-pin
Video System
Video games: Audio/Video Input
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: dual speed