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2008 Lincoln MKX
- Used Lincoln MKX
Lincoln MKX - What the Auto Press Says
The MKX delivers a nice combination of luxury and refinement in a crossover vehicle that drives and sips fuel like a sedan while offering the utility of an SUV. But it still doesn't match the interior refinement of some rivals and ranks near the bottom of its class and in the bottom half when compared to other affordable crossovers.
Lincoln's first CUV (Crossover Utility Vehicle), the MKX offers a refined, smooth ride and is filled to its spacious brim with luxury features. The 2008 MKX is virtually unchanged since last year, but it has gained more interior 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." However, some reviewers find the MKX falls short in interior refinement, especially when compared to its luxury-minded rivals. Reviewers are also 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.
The 2008 Lincoln MKX is available in front-wheel and all-wheel drive versions. Optional for both is the Ultimate Package, the Elite Package and the Class II Trailer Tow Prep Package.
- "Unless you need to carry more than five people, or tow massive trailers, the MKX is a very appealing alternative to bigger, thirstier luxury SUVs such as its own big brother, the Lincoln Navigator. It's surprisingly nimble, great on the highway, and those looks don't hurt a bit." -- Orlando Sentinel
- "The MKX, in short, is a very decent offering. It's easy to look at, easy to park. It's got comfortable seats, lots of room for second-row passengers, and enough surprise and delight to keep you pressing buttons and throwing switches for weeks." -- Los Angeles Times
- "A week with a well-equipped front-wheel drive MKX showed it to be a fine contemporary luxury vehicle. Its upscale design and specification are enhanced by interior quiet and a smooth but controlled ride. It drives and feels like a car, not a truck, and the powertrain meets all demands placed upon it." -- The Auto Channel
MKX Performance - 7.2 (Good)
The Lincoln MKX's comfortable ride, adequately powerful engine, and smooth suspension get generally positive reviews. Still, its performance can't compete with stronger performers in the class and ranks in the bottom half. "Ride and handling are on par with the competition, though steering feel is a bit distant and detached," says the Orlando Sentinel. The automatic transmission is also a deal-breaker for at least one test driver. Read More
MKX Exterior - 8.2 (Very Good)
For its exterior, the 2008 Lincoln MKX earns a good score and a middle-of-the-class ranking, based on a few criticisms. The Orlando Sentinel says: "This is a great-looking vehicle, arguably the most handsome SUV on the market..." However, the MKX's large chrome grille brings out mixed reviews. Read More
MKX Interior - 7.9 (Good)
The 2008 Lincoln MKX's five-seat interior gets a good score for its spacious and comfortable blend of style and function. However, sub-par interior materials don't quite live up to its luxurious image. "The cabin aesthetics of the MKX -- featuring the so-called 'satin-nickel' finish on the dash and central console -- are just this side of awful, a sugary coating on Ford's stock panels and switches seen in everything from Focus to F-150," complains the Los Angeles Times. However, the MKX's interior still ranks in the top half of the class. The MKX's panoramic vista sunroof and award-winning navigation system options are well-liked. Read More
MKX Safety - 9.5 (Excellent)
The 2008 Lincoln MKX receives an excellent safety score 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 2008 model receives a "Top Safety Pick" designation for its excellent crash test scores from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Read More
MKX Reliability - 8.0 (Very Good)
The 2008 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 Ford Motor Company's four-year/50,000 mile bumper-to-bumper coverage. Read More
