- suv 97,853
- 50 below average
- 11,971 fair
- Canandaigua, NY
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- autoshopper.com
- 50 below average suv 97,853 gasoline automatic
2009 lincoln mkx review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Roominess and a smooth ride quality. introductionthe lincoln mkx is a big crossover suv. The mkx is a crossover utility vehicle, meaning it has the roominess and cargo capacity of an suv but is built like a car for improved fuel economy, a smoother ride and better handling. the mkx seats five in spacious comfort with room left over for baggage. It was designed for adults. The mkx turns tighter than many sedans, making it easier to maneuver in crowded parking lots and other tight areas. the mkx shows lincoln heritage in ease of use. One doesn't have to climb in, familiarization with operating controls is quick, and driving characteristics are predictable. For many, the mkx is just the right blend between a luxury sedan and a full-size luxury suv such as the navigator. introduced for the 2007 model year, the lincoln mkx has mostly added new convenience features since then. 2008 brought sync, a system developed with microsoft to integrate cell phones and media players through bluetooth technology and a usb interface. for 2009, lincoln mkx adds 911 assist to sync, which can directly contact local emergency personnel if an airbag deploys or if the fuel shutoff is activated; and vehicle health report (vhr), which allows customers to monitor more than two dozen vehicle systems and, when appropriate, schedule service on-line. Also new for 2009 is a next-generation navigation system that includes sirius travel link and thx ii certified audio. the lincoln mkx comes with front-wheel drive (fwd) or all-wheel drive (awd). Also available only with the ultimate package is the elite package 4,595), which adds a panoramic vista roof with power sunshades, and a navigation system with voice recognition and thx ii certified audio; and the limited edition package 1,095), combining ebony interior wood trim; premium leather seating in charcoal black with medium light stone inserts and piping, chromed exterior door handles, a chromed grille, and p245/50r20 tires on chromed alloy wheels. Color choices are limited to brilliant silver, vivid red, white platinum tri-coat and black clearcoat. Door handles are paint-matched, but chromed on the limited edition model. the panoramic vista roof is all black. This dual sunroof gives an airy feeling thanks to the large main sunroof and the additional fixed glass panel behind it. It leads to a black rear spoiler and trim below the rear glass, making the window appear larger than it is. Underneath the hatch glass is a full-width taillight like lincoln mark viii of old, only this one is lit by leds. in total, the mkx is clean and distinctive, neither overdone nor generic jelly bean. interiorthe mkx cabin blends traditional lincoln shapes with contemporary materials and colors. The soft-touch dash uses complementary color cues, dark wood trim right out of a chicago chophouse, and pewter-colored trim pieces that carry over to the steering wheel and door switch panels. The bright plastic center panel on the dash looks a little out of place to us. The lower door panels are also obviously plastic, but that just makes it easier to clean off shoe scuffs and mud. It also has a usb interface to connect with ipods and other mp3 players (it will charge an ipod). Voice commands and/or steering wheel buttons can be used to control all functions. While this system is nicely integrated, it takes some time to learn the voice commands. sync adds new features for 2009, including 911 assist, which can contact local emergency personnel should an airbag deploy or if the fuel shut-off is activated. It also allows calls to be placed directly to the local 911 operator. A six-month introductory subscription is included in the price of the system. the navigation system also comes with new thx ii certified audio, with 600 watts and 12 speakers, including two subwoofers, plus radio data broadcasting system (rdbs) and high-tech processing capabilities that can shape the sound for the driver alone, both front seats, or all seats. the ten-way power-adjustable seats help the mkx comfortably accommodate drivers of all sizes, and a memory feature is standard for the driver's seat. The perforated leather seats are both heated and cooled, the latter good for a 1-2 notch reduction in air conditioning use. the glovebox is a decent size and will hold much more than the owner's manual, something many vehicles can't claim. And the center console is so big it has a divider to keep a laptop separate from other debris. If we have a nit to pick it would be the position of the fuse box, which impinges on left foot room and moves the parking brake pedal far from the door; occasionally when we engaged the parking brake we disengaged the fuse box cover. The coat hooks are large enough to handle thick plastic hangars, very useful when picking up the dry cleaning. back-seat riders should be happy because their seats offer essentially the same dimensions as those in the front. The rear seats recline, have optional seat heaters, and offer reading lights and a glass roof with power shade. A third back-seat rider will cut the comfort level slightly b.
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