- sedan 43,135
- Murphy, NC
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- autoshopper.com
- sedan 43,135 gasoline automatic
2010 lincoln mks review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. A luxury car with clout, connectivity and all-new performance. introductionwe were moderately impressed with the lincoln mks when it debuted in 2009. It had traditional lincoln presence and advanced cyber-connectivity, which we liked, but as an over-the-road automobile, we found it merely competent. for 2010, however, mks has smelled the coffee, and the result is bracing. As before, the car remains commodious and dignified, providing comfortable seating for five and offering, for those who choose it, the original mildly interesting 2009 drivetrain. But for those who want more, a lot more, the 2010 mks provides a brilliant new engine package and a range of canny under-the-skin additions that transform this car into a serious performer in the luxury sedan segment. chief among the 2010 additions is ford's all-new ecoboost engine. Combined with an enlivened suspension and a goodly list of new standard conveniences, this engine makes the latest mks vastly more than just competent. Press down the accelerator of the ecoboost v6 and it races ahead with v8-like forcefulness, while still delivering efficient v6 fuel mileage. In fact, the new engine, at 355 horsepower, provides a massive 82 more horsepower than the older engine, yet it actually delivers better fuel mileage, at 17/25 mpg epa city/highway. The twin-turbocharged ecoboost also provides a massive 350 pound-feet of torque, giving the new mks plenty of thrust from any speed. The result is a vigorous, big luxury car with a sporting heart. It delivers accurate, lively road feel that keeps the driver alert and thoroughly engaged. This improvement in handling is anything but frivolous. Its muscular, long body is trimmed with chrome highlights, giving it the flash of a thoroughbred american. And the interior's class-leading roominess in the rear compartment seconds the motion. Its styling and materials, typified by elegant standard-equipment leather upholstery, confirm that this is an automobile for those accustomed to fine surroundings. also high on the list of mks attractions are its advanced technology and comprehensive connectivity. Time is the ultimate luxury, and the mks electronics can save goodly amounts of this precious commodity. Following on ford's successful sync voice-activated audio systems, the mks goes one long step further. Personal cd photos can be loaded on the in-dash monitor. Local gas stations can be searched, arranged by nearness or price per gallon. Its voice-command system indicates this technology has moved beyond the gimmick stage. lineupthe 2010 lincoln mks is available with front-wheel drive 40,870) all-wheel drive 42,760) and ecoboost all-wheel drive 47,760). the navigation package 2500) adds voice-activated dvd navigation system with integrated sirius travel link, thx ii with 5. 1 premium surround-sound audio and mp3 capability, and a rearview camera. The occupant classification system's sensor automatically determines by weight whether the front passenger seat is empty, occupied by a child seat or by a small, medium or large occupant, and deploys the airbag accordingly. Active safety features include anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control, standard. Optional safety features include all-wheel drive and a rearview camera that can help spot a child behind the car when backing up. walkaroundthe styling and presence of the mks are pure lincoln: bold, sturdy, impressive. This luxury marque has been busily searching its past design dna for usable yesteryear styling symbols that will play well in the present. According to company stylists, the aggressive boat prow-like mks grille recalls the classic pre-war lincoln continental; yet in the same gesture, they say, this stands as a symbol of the new lincoln's aggressive thrust forward into the 21st century. while appearing rock steady in profile, the mks has a dynamic stance that seems ready to pounce. And viewed from the rear on the interstate, this car has the imposing presence, in scaled-down form, of an ultra-luxury sedan. the mks makes generous use of chrome highlighting, supported by understated side sculpting in profile view. In addition to the usual variety of paint colors, the mks is available in a new paint finish called tuxedo black metallic. This black is similar to a metallic finish, except that in place of metallic flecks in the paint, it features brilliant, tiny flecks of glass. To others, tuxedo black will seem an extraordinarily coarse metallic more suited to bass boats. the mks, with an overall length of 204. 1 inches and dignified height of 61. 6 inches, is a fully found luxury sedan that will earn its place in the rivalries of valet parking. However, as with many luxury sedans that aspire to sleekness (jaguar sedans come to mind) its handsomely rounded forms leave the impression that it is smaller than it really is. on the plus side of this undersizing, the air passing over the mks at 70 mph flows smoothly and silently, yielding both a peaceful commute and startlingly efficient epa highway mileage of 25 mpg in ecoboost trim, impressive for this full-size entry. (the non-turbocharged 3. 7-liter v6 yields 24 mpg on the highway. When it's time to refuel, the mks features a refueling receptacle that eliminates the messiness of a gas cap. interiorseated in the cockpit of the mks, its wide expanse of dashboard receding toward the windshield creates a sensation of lavish roominess. It was. the instruments were laid out handsomely, with softly cushioned surfaces and hand-stitched leather seams everywhere on the dashboard, as befits a luxury car. The steering wheel was wrapped in leather, with wood highlights, and its girth and grip felt perfect. big buttons on the center stack made operating the hvac (heating/air conditioning) and audio systems easy. What felt less perfect was the switchgear, which lacked the tactile elegance and sturdiness one might have hoped for in this car. The buttons and switches and a/c ducting adjusters felt generic, as if they might be found on any ford. Otherwise, the appearance and materials in the cabin were swank. the mks benefits from the luxury of fine leather seating. The front seat cushion and particularly the backrest provide steadying lateral support. Both front seats have 12-way and lumbar adjustments. The twin front seats are both heated and cooled, and the rear seats are heated. Long-range driving comfort is good and the fit and quality of the leather is excellent throughout. Visibility is similarly excellent from the driving position. The forward-leaning proximity of the headrest to the back of the head was a minor annoyance, but it is placed there for improved safety and cannot be adjusted. the stepped gearshift controlling the selectshift six-speed automatic is simple and straightforward, and the paddle shifters, standard in the ecoboost, are located on each side of the steering wheel, allowing full manual shifting. Fully automatic shifting is provided normally, but for curvier roads where engine braking will heighten control, the paddle shifts are invaluable. the hvac system provided generous torrents of cooling or warming air. the navigation system features a bright, eight-inch screen. Industry-leading lincoln connectivity allowed us to monitor the local weather in real time and stay in touch. Anti-lock Brakes✔ Air Conditioning✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Navigation System
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