Article Comments - 2007 Lincoln MKX First Drive & Full Report

63 messages, Last post on Jul 29, 2008 at 9:51 AM

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First Drive: 2007 Lincoln MKX - Despite similar dimensions, the MKX weighs about 500 pounds more than a similarly equipped RX 350. (more)

Full Test: 2007 Lincoln MKX - A well-equipped and comfortable luxury crossover, but the MKX comes up short against similarly priced competition. (more)

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#34 of 63 Don't give up your X plan. by mschmal Dec 18, 2006 (4:12 am)
On an MKZ in stock, you might even be able to negotiate a lower price than X-plan. Mark. Replies to this message: bigt (Dec 18, 2006 5:25 am) akirby (Dec 18, 2006 6:13 am) bigt (Dec 20, 2006 12:35 pm)
#35 of 63 Re: Don't give up your X plan. [mschmal] by bigt Dec 18, 2006 (5:25 am)
Replying to: mschmal (Dec 18, 2006 4:12 am) I see where I am offered Invoice on the Z. I thought if I went for the X that the X-plan would get me the best price. I doubt as the X's show up that they will have to discount them much. I noticed last night on NBC during the football game all of the MKX spots. Not sure why they run them when none of the dealers have any X's yet. Replies to this message: akirby (Dec 18, 2006 6:13 am) bigt (Dec 20, 2006 12:35 pm)
#36 of 63 Re: Don't give up your X plan. [bigt] by akirby Dec 18, 2006 (6:13 am)
Replying to: bigt (Dec 18, 2006 5:25 am) They won't be selling the MkX at invoice anytime soon, so if you can find a dealer willing to do X plan that would be the best price (X on a lincoln is just above invoice). However, if they're really selling well it may be hard to find a dealer willing to take X on a X. Most dealers still wouldn't accept X plan on a Mustang GT Convertible this past spring. That may have changed now. Replies to this message: bigt (Dec 20, 2006 12:35 pm)
#37 of 63 I am looking at an MKX in my showroom right now. by mschmal Dec 20, 2006 (11:34 am)

#38 of 63 Re: Don't give up your X plan. [akirby] by bigt Dec 20, 2006 (12:35 pm)
Replying to: akirby (Dec 18, 2006 6:13 am) No problem. I just purchased the MKZ at invoice. I am a happy camper.
#39 of 63 The Grill Doesn't Look Familiar??? by slider7 Feb 12, 2007 (7:32 pm)
Replying to: KarenS (Nov 08, 2006 8:57 am) Nice Vehicle, nice ride, nice engine tranny package, lots of eye candy. Grill is rebirth of the 61 62 Lincolns. Now about those suicide doors..... Replies to this message: heyjewel (Feb 12, 2007 7:46 pm)
#40 of 63 Re: The Grill Doesn't Look Familiar??? [slider7] by heyjewel Feb 12, 2007 (7:46 pm)
Replying to: slider7 (Feb 12, 2007 7:32 pm) Forget the doors, this model has suicide brakes.
#41 of 63 Article Response by timmboj Feb 17, 2007 (8:36 am)
Its too bad the "car folks" (ie: Edmunds, Motor Trend, and the like) aren't as impressed with the Edge/MKX as much as I had hoped. This is a cool vehicle, and most-likely it (they -- both Edge and MKX) will be a hit. Just wish Ford had nailed it so the automotive press could have gushed all over it. Though generally most editors seem to like it, and most of their nit-picks probably won't be noticed by the people who buy them. I like the features that Lincoln offers over Edge (like the heated/cooled seats and the adaptive headlights). Plus I'm not too keen on the SEMA-esque clear tail lights on most new Fords, so with me the MKX wins in exterior stying. I sat in a Ford Edge last weekend and was VERY impressed. Haven't driven either yet, but I'm inspired to do so. Replies to this message: nvbanker (Jul 05, 2007 2:47 pm) jeyhoe (Jul 05, 2007 3:10 pm) verdugo (Jul 05, 2007 8:20 pm) nvbanker (Jul 09, 2007 3:57 pm)
#42 of 63 Re: Article Response [timmboj] by nvbanker Jul 05, 2007 (2:47 pm)
Replying to: timmboj (Feb 17, 2007 8:36 am) I've driven plenty of RXs as loaners from my Lexus Dealer when I'm in for service. Now, I've driven the MKX - a lot. I don't notice a braking problem at all. If the Edmunds engineers hadn't tested them, none of us would probably know unless we got in an extreme situation, or drive carelessly. As to interior quality difference between the two, the RX is very nice, not as nice as an LS or LX, but it's good. IMO, the Lincoln comes close in most areas. Seats may be superior to the RX in leather quality and they are cooled - a big deal for those of us crazy to live in the South. The MKX has some nice features the RX lacks besides the cooled seats - speakers for the THX stereo in the roof in the back, the mega-sunroof. It is lacking two very important features however, Bluetooth, and adjustable pedals. These are fatal errors for someone like me. The RX however, has no adjustable pedals either, and Bluetooth is probably available, but only with Navigation. No luxury car should be without it, with cell phone legislation out of control as it is. The MKX IS quieter than the RX by quite a bit. No decibel meter is needed, you can hear the difference easily. I don't like the instruments in the MKX at all, they are archaic, retro - in a very bad way, IMO. Otherwise, the interior is quite attractive. The wood is high quality with thick verithane stuff on it. Looks nice and durable. The RX has none of these touches. As to the drive, they both drive very intuitively and easily. The RX sits higher, seems a little more stately, the MKX feels flatter, but is very comfy. And, the MKX is built right - no rattles, no flaws, no issues. Perfectly made out the door. We'll see how it holds up. Best of luck to Ford - the effort is noticeable to me in this car. Will I trade my LS430 for it? Nope. Would I trade my Explorer for it? Maybe...... Replies to this message: jeyhoe (Jul 05, 2007 3:10 pm) verdugo (Jul 05, 2007 8:20 pm) nvbanker (Jul 09, 2007 3:57 pm)
#43 of 63 Re: Article Response [nvbanker] by jeyhoe Jul 05, 2007 (3:10 pm)
Replying to: nvbanker (Jul 05, 2007 2:47 pm) Edmunds is only one of many to have dissed the X-Edge brakes. And of course this particular problem is not noticeable in normal driving- they tested full-on panic stop from 60 or 70 mph. And it comes up 10 to 20 % longer than competitive models. Saying you dont notice that on a test drive is like saying there's no problem with the fuel tank in the Crown Vic police cars because you drove one around the block and it didnt explode. Ford should NOT be scrimping on safety at this stage, but they are. Will the 2008s have better brakes? 2009? Ever? Probably not unless: 1) A lot of people get in rear-enders because panic braking couldnt stop them in time and they SUE Ford, that's one thing Ford understands is lawyers. - or - 2) People who should know better STOP saying - 'gee the brakes feel fine to me going to and from 7-11' and say instead "HEY FORD - why cant you build a CUV with brakes as good as a Korean car or a Jap car or even a GM?" I agree with you about the stupid guages. You forgot to mention the stupid shifter. I guess you didnt notice the hard tupperware plastic they used on the door panels? And it's nice of you to wish Ford luck - especially since you wouldnt trade a competitor's car for the Lincoln, but you might trade a Ford for it. Oh, and if u want bluetooth and that kind of luxury stuff, look at an expensive luxury car like say a Nissan Altima, which has as much tech as any Lincoln. Replies to this message: verdugo (Jul 05, 2007 8:20 pm) nvbanker (Jul 09, 2007 3:57 pm)