New Lincoln Models

Lincoln hopes to join the ranks of high-end luxury brands with the 2009 MKS, a new flagship sedan that competes with the Acura RL, Infiniti M and Cadillac STS. Lincoln has at least one advantage going in: The MKS is based on the Ford Taurus, a car whose full-size dimensions mean more interior room than most of the midsize offerings in the luxury-sedan segment. 

Lincoln adds a three-row luxury crossover to its lineup for the 2010 model year with the debut of the new MKT. With seating for up to seven people, the MKT shares its platform with the Ford Flex, but has significantly different exterior styling and a more luxurious interior befitting its starting price of more than $40,000.  

Lincoln's MKZ has been updated for 2010 with a vastly changed interior, new front-end styling and a revised drivetrain. Related to the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, the MKZ goes against entry-level luxury cars like the Cadillac CTS and Lexus ES 350. Front-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive optional. 

The Lincoln MKS luxury sedan competes with the Acura RL, Infiniti M and Cadillac STS. Lincoln has at least one advantage going in: The MKS is based on the Ford Taurus, a car whose full-size dimensions mean more interior room than most of the midsize offerings in the luxury-sedan segment. 

The MKX crossover is a car-based replacement of the truck-based Lincoln Aviator SUV. Since its 2007 debut, the MKX has remained largely unchanged. That trend continues in 2009. The MKX competes with the Cadillac SRX, Lexus RX and Volkswagen Touareg 2. The MKX is a five-seat vehicle that, as a crossover, delivers better interior space, ride and handling, and refinement than a truck-based vehicle, but it falls short in towing capacity. 

The MKX crossover has room for five and competes against models like the Acura MDX, Cadillac SRX and Lexus RX. It features standard V-6 power and is available with either front- or all-wheel drive. For 2010, the MKX is more fuel-efficient, and a new special edition debuts. 

The MKZ is Lincoln's entry-level midsize sedan, and it competes with entry-level vehicles like the Lexus ES and Cadillac CTS. The MKZ can be had with all-wheel drive and has standard heated and cooled front seats and a hands-free communication and entertainment system. 

Since a 2007 redesign, Lincoln has changed little about the Navigator. For 2009 the model sees only minor additions. The Navigator's competitors include the Cadillac Escalade and Infiniti QX56. A longer-wheelbase model, the Navigator L, accompanies the regular-length model. 

The Navigator is Lincoln's full-size luxury SUV that can seat up to eight people in three rows. Related to the Ford Expedition, the SUV is also available in long-wheelbase Navigator L form. Competitors include the Cadillac Escalade and Infiniti QX56. 

Since a 2007 redesign, Lincoln has changed little about the Navigator. For 2009 the model sees only minor additions. The Navigator's competitors include the Cadillac Escalade and Infiniti QX56. A longer-wheelbase model, the Navigator L, accompanies the regular-length model. 

The Navigator is Lincoln's full-size luxury SUV that can seat up to eight people in three rows. Related to the Ford Expedition, the SUV is also available in long-wheelbase Navigator L form. Competitors include the Cadillac Escalade and Infiniti QX56. 

Since 2003, Lincoln's rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan has received minimal changes; 2009 continues that trend. 

Lincoln's rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan has received only minimal changes since 2003; 2010 continues that trend. The Town Car comes in two trim levels: Signature Limited and Signature L. The Signature L sedan is 6 inches longer than its mate in both overall length and wheelbase. Two additional series are available for limousine and livery use.