2007 Lincoln MKX [ 2008 ]
Lincoln MKX
Overall Score - 7.4 (Good)
The MKX is a crossover vehicle that rides, drives and sips fuel like a sedan, while offering the spaciousness and cargo space of an SUV -- with stellar safety to boot. However, it doesn't deliver on the value or seating comfort of its competitors. If you're in the market for an affordable midsize SUV, you should also consider the Mazda CX-7 or GMC Acadia.
Lincoln's first crossover vehicle (sometimes called a CUV), the 2007 MKX, offers a refined, smooth ride and is filled to its very spacious brim with luxury features. BusinessWeek says the MKX has "all the virtues of an SUV -- ample interior space, available all-wheel drive, a high driving position -- and lacking the major drawback, lousy fuel economy." Plus, with exceptional crash scores, the MKX is no slouch in the safety department either. "The MKX provides a refined, smooth driving experience in a people-hauler that may be one of the most crashworthy cars on the market," confirms Cars.com.
Reviewers are conflicted over whether the MKX is worth the premium cost it carries as compared with similar SUVs. It costs about $5,000 more than the Ford Edge, its sister car, which "in SEL Plus trim provides the same package, the same excellent powertrain and most of the same standard equipment," according to Edmunds. Cars.com notes, "The Lincoln has more standard equipment, but much of what makes the MKX good -- its size, drivability and versatility -- is available in the entry-level Edge, which is far cheaper. It's up to the individual, but I think Lincoln needs to do more if it wants to command higher prices." Either way, buyers can take solace in the fact that Kelley Blue Book predicts the MKX "will retain an average residual value over time, besting the Cadillac SRX but below the Lexus RX 350's expected residual." However, IntelliChoice gives the base model a value rating of "worse than average" for its predicted five-year total cost of ownership, compared with other vehicles in its class.
The 2007 Lincoln MKX is available in FWD and AWD versions. Optional for both is the Ultimate Package, the Elite Package and the Class II Trailer Tow Prep Package.
MKX Performance - 7.0 (Good)
Reviewers are pleased with the 2007 Lincoln MKX's performance based on its comfortable ride, adequately powerful engine and smooth suspension. Motor Week says acceleration is "respectable. 0 to 60 in a swift 7.6 seconds. And through the quarter mile in 15.8 seconds at 89 miles-per-hour. That's mighty fine for a mid-size CUV." continue
MKX Exterior - 8.1 (Very Good)
For its exterior, the 2007 Lincoln MKX earns praise from reviewers. Motor Week notes that the "MKX looks solid too, thanks to a smooth, wide stance lifted almost lock, stock and fender flares from last year's Lincoln Aviator concept." Similarly, Kelley Blue Book refers to the styling as a "handsome look." continue
MKX Interior - 7.9 (Good)
The 2007 Lincoln MKX's five-seat interior receives praise based on reviewers' consensus that it's a spacious and comfortable blend of style and function. "Overall, the interior is clean and reasonably luxurious, with standard leather, pleasing shapes and, in my model, a sensible color pallet," praises Cars.com. continue
MKX Safety - 9.7 (Excellent)
The 2007 Lincoln MKX receives excellent safety reviews based on its abundance of important safety features and stellar crash test scores. Forbes says, "There's nothing missing on the safety front." In fact, the SUV received a Top Safety Pick designation for its excellent crash test scores from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). continue
MKX Reliability - 9.0 (Excellent)
The 2007 Lincoln MKX reliability score shown
is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates.
This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial
quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically
the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS).
The MKX comes with a four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty.
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