Lincoln Mkx Is The New Kid On The Block

Lincoln MKX Is The New Kid on the Block

Summary: This article tells the reader about the Lincoln MKX and what it offers to consumer car buyers.

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Article Body: The Lincoln MKX is viewed as a luxury crossover, meaning that it combines the luxury found in high-end sedans with the functionality of an SUV. The MKX is a break out car for Lincoln, as Ford is reaching out to appeal to younger buyers. With the MKX being favorably compared to the Acura MDX, the Lexus RX, the Cadillac SRX, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class, and the BMW X, the Lincoln Aviator's replacement is carving out a very nice niche. The "new kid" has the power to back up its hype with a .-liter Duratec V, horsepower and a six-speed, transverse automatic transmission. The transmission, which is known as F, was co-developed by Ford and GM at an R&D cost over $ billion.

The MKX is available with all the bells and whistles, including heated-and-cooled front seats and cooled backseats; a rear-seats DVD entertainment system; a sunroof with powered shading; a DVD-based navigational system; a Soundmark THX II-certified audio system with speakers; a Sirius satellite radio; an auxiliary MP outlet; a reverse-sensing system; adaptive front headlamps; and -inch, eight-spoke machined aluminum wheels. The vehicle has side-impact, seat-mounted airbags and side-impact airbag curtains, and a tire-pressure monitoring system. Additionally, there is a special-latch system for children's safety, front-seat airbags, and auto-adjusting seatbelts for safety.

The Lincoln MKX comes in nine snazzy colors, with seven of the colors having a metallic edge. The price range of the MKX is approximately $, to $, per Lincoln's website. Of course, optional equipment and features are available.

It is safe. It performs well. It is flashy. The ' Lincoln MKX is not your daddy's Lincoln. But it could be yours.