Think of it as a fuel-efficient V-6 touting the horses of a V-8. Our tester included Ford Motor Co's technologically advanced EcoBoost powertrain, which directly injects highly pressurized fuel directly into the combustion chamber of each cylinder, bypassing an air-fuel mixture port and lowering emissions with more precise fuel delivery. Both engines register 16 miles per gallon city and 22 mpg highway in all-wheel drive while the 3.5-liter front drive version kicks in with 17 and 23 respectively. The engines recommend premium fuel in the 18.6-gallon tanks for best overall performance, although regular, 87-octane fuel may be used. ![]() The 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine comes standard with all-wheel drive while the Duratec V-6 offers both front and all-wheel drive. Both are connected to an electronic six-speed automatic transmission. For more punch, opt for the 3.5-liter EcoBoost generating a generous 355 horses. Two modern, high-efficiency V-6 engines are available starting with a 3.7-liter Duratec V-6 cranking out 268 horsepower. Optional in the six-passenger model is a second-row refrigerated console holding up to seven 12-oz cans. Optional is a six-seat configuration with two bucket seats in row two. Power front bucket seats with heated backs and cushions come standard. The two-person third row, however, is best left for pre-teens because of restrictive headroom. Head and leg room are more than generous in the first two rows and the standard 60/40-split second row easily accommodates three adults. Lincoln MKT is a posh seven-passenger crossover/wagon featuring front wheel or sure-footed, Chicago-area-friendly all-wheel drive. With the 2010 introduction of the all-new MKT, think of the final "T" alluding to "truck." Lincoln also offers the MKS, where the "S" signifies up level sedan. The "Z" indicates Zephyr and "X", crossover. The first two letters (MK) recall (in abbreviated fashion) the glory days of "Mark" while the last letter signifies a specific model. Flash forward to the 2007 model year when Lincoln introduced the MKZ sedan and MKX five-passenger crossover (the Aviator replacement). Mark VII and Mark VIII became iconic in Lincoln circles. In days of yore, Lincoln had success with the "Mark' name, adding Roman numerals to designate different models and years. Lincoln retains its hard-to-recall, letter-based names for recently introduced vehicles, so it's imperative to understand the method behind the naming madness. Since it's a Lincoln, expect a variety of up-level features combining with high-tech gadgetry. It certainly performs more nimbly than its 4,900-pound weight would lead one to believe. Flex sports a flat-roof design available in colors different than the body MKT opts for a more traditional arched ceiling with body color hues.ĭon't let the size fool you, MKT utilizes a car-like platform which translates into a surprisingly smooth and quiet ride. Don't call these two SUVs, as Ford prefers the terms crossovers or wagons. Both share the same full-size (207.6 inches) underpinnings with three-rows providing very stretchable interior space. New for 2010 is Lincoln's MKT, following in the footsteps of the successful launch of the Ford Flex (2009 debut). Ford Motor Company's Lincoln Division retired the V-8-powered rear-drive Aviator SUV a few years back after a short stay, but retrains the iconic full-size, truck-based Navigator. ![]() Now, economic realities and higher fuel costs have conspired to slow the drum beat. At one point not long ago, bulky, V-8-powered sport utilities were the darlings of the industry.
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