Lincoln MKS Review@ Auto123

MKS debuted in 2009 to spearhead Lincoln’s new “design language” and fill that huge gap in the line-up between the mid-size MKZ and that aging land yacht called Town Car.

Introduction of 2010 Lincoln MKS
The 2010 MKS is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury sedan, available in 3 trims, ranging from the 3.7L FWD to the 3.5L with EcoBoost AWD.

Upon introduction, the 3.7L FWD is equipped with a standard 3.7-liter, V6, 270-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 24-mpg on the highway. The 3.5L with EcoBoost AWD is equipped with a standard 3.5-liter, V6, 355-horsepower, turbo engine. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims.

The 2010 MKS is a carryover from 2009.

Index of Lincoln MKS Reviews

• Auto123—Pushing it is not what Lincoln buyers are going to be doing most of the time. Most of the time, they’re going to love the fact that this car is amazingly quiet and comfortable, but also powerful and controlled.It might not be visceral enough to move some rock and roller to pen a song about it. But ironically, this V6 Lincoln would surely clean the clocks of those V8-powered hot rod Lincolns of yesteryear. And as Lincoln predicted, it will be an equally powerful alternative to the thirstier V8-equipped competitors of today.

• TheCarConnection— STYLING:The styling of the 2009 Lincoln MKS will help this new luxury sedan get noticed, in a good way;PERFORMANCE:The 2009 Lincoln MKS has ordinary acceleration, but its sporty-shifting automatic and taut ride give reviewers new respect for the brand;COMFORT AND QUALITY:A roomy interior, underpinned with high-quality materials, set the 2009 Lincoln MKS apart from past efforts;SAFETY:The 2009 Lincoln MKS provides a strong, safe environment for passengers, but it hasn’t been crash tested yet; FEATURES:The 2009 Lincoln MKS may have the best technology features available today, but opting for all of them will cost you more than $46,000.

Lincoln MKS Test Drive Videos

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Buying Tips
Since Ford’s SYNC system is standard on the Lincoln MKS, you might bring your audio player or phone on the test drive to see if they’re compatible with the unique, voice-controlled system.

About Lincoln
As Ford Motor Company’s exclusive premium division since 1922, Lincoln offers luxurious American cars through 477 retailing outlets. The MKZ is the only sedan on the roster, although the Town Car is still available through commercial fleets and the new MKS flagship is on its way. Meanwhile, buyers can select the MarK LT pickup truck or one of two SUVs, the MKXand Navigator.