Distnctive new three-row Lincoln MKT luxuries of fuel economy
By Ford Motor Company, Thursday, May 14, 2009
ROMEO, Mich.,- Lincoln is offering full-size luxury crossover customers a fresh new choice with the 2010 Lincoln MKT, a three-row crossover that delivers the optimal blend of distinctive design, interior spaciousness, fuel economy and technology.
“We’re growing Lincoln’s product portfolio with a full-size crossover that offers more of everything luxury buyers want today – including more variety,” said Mark Fields, Ford’s president of The Americas. “Lincoln MKT will help us further build momentum for Lincoln, which has been outpacing its luxury competitors and growing market share in recent months.” The all-new three-row 2010 Lincoln MKT joins the two-row Lincoln MKX mid-size premium crossover, the sporty Lincoln MKS luxury sedan launched in 2008 and the midsize Lincoln MKZ. Standard on every Lincoln MKT is the brand’s signature design – complete with a split wing grille, a beveled chamfer along the vehicle’s shoulder line, a flowing cantrail that frames the greenhouse and full-width horizontal taillamps that span the subtly curved weight-saving magnesium liftgate that adds visual character while protecting generous rear cargo space. Lincoln MKT craftsmanship is reflected in precise panel margins, and in the high tactile quality of interior surfaces and trim. Inside, high-quality materials and precision-stitched craftsmanship are evident on every surface – from the leather-trimmed seating surfaces and floating armrests to the optional flow-through second-row center console and standard jewel-like acrylic instrument cluster with LED white lighting. In addition, customers can choose how to best specify Lincoln MKT, which offers:
- * Customers’ choice of a standard fixed glass Panoramic Vista Roof(tm) with power-assisted front and rear sunshades – or the available Power Panoramic Vista Roof
- * Either six- or seven-passenger variations with two different second-row seating configurations. A standard 60/ 40 split folding rear bench seat features heated outboard seating positions. Power “fold and tumble” second-row seats, with heating, cooling and power-assisted lumbar adjustment are also available. A rear console-mounted five-quart-capacity refrigerator is available in the six-passenger seating configuration
- * An available dual headrest Family Entertainment System with twin 7-inch DVD playback screens offering individual or simultaneous programming
- * A litany of exterior paint colors, including Ingot Silver Clearcoat Metallic, Tuxedo Black Clearcoat Metallic, Red Candy Tint Clearcoat Metallic, Cinnamon Clearcoat Metallic, Steel Blue Clearcoat Metallic, Gold Leaf Clearcoat Metallic, Sterling Grey Clearcoat Metallic and White Platinum Tri-Coat
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Comment by
Tyler P on 16 May 2009:
I really like the concept of this vehicle. I heard it will be an upscale version of the Flex, but it only seats 4 passengers and looks about a foot and a half smaller. Is Lincoln going to make it bigger or something?
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Comment by
Scribepalladin on 16 May 2009:
The specifications indicate something that is flex-sized. The literature at Lincoln's website indicate that it's got a vertical trunk, not a hatch.
I think it sort of looks like the illegitimate love child of a Town Car and an Audi Q7 (but I mean than in a good way
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Comment by
Tyler P on 16 May 2009:
Well, you'll know what will be beating the Mercedes-Benz R Class pretty soon! I mean, 415 hp on a turbo charged V6, while getting V6 gas mileage?? That's amazing!! Not to mention all the very high tech equipment in it.
Since it's related to the Ford Flex, you know it will also have great safety ratings and tons of space and cargo area. The current MKT is only the concept, but Lincoln said that it's going to be changed just a hair, but not a lot. It's probably going to be bigger than what it already is, a four passenger vehicle since Lincoln stated that it's going to be the classy alternative to the Flex.
Can't wait for it to come out!!!
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