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2009 Lincoln MKX Review

May 4, 2009

STYLING | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

interior isn't even in the same league, much less ballpark, as its luxury competition
Car and Driver

chrome cheese-grater grille is distinctive
Cars.com

noticeably devoid of gratuitous chrome
Kelley Blue Book

The 2009 Lincoln MKX is a nice-looking offering from the outside, but reviewers aren’t nearly as universally impressed by the interior’s styling.

Kelley Blue Book calls the exterior of the Lincoln MKX 2009 "handsome," sporting "high-shouldered, flare-fendered flanks" and "edge-to-edge LEDs across the liftgate," and Edmunds feels that the Lincoln MKX "looks elegant, with tasteful yet eye-catching exterior styling." In short, the exterior of the 2009 Lincoln MKX is nothing if not distinct. ForbesAutos says that the "MKX distinguishes itself from boxier-looking SUVs with a more stylish exterior" that features a "sleek roofline that sweeps gracefully rearward"—somewhat at odds with Autoblog's description of the MKX's "very muscular stance, kind of like a British bulldog." Reviewers at Car and Driver "dig the full-width brake light," while those at Edmunds find them "particularly striking."

Unfortunately, the interior of the 2009 Lincoln MKX is somewhat disappointing. ConsumerGuide praises the interior as "upscale, if just a bit shy of the best in this class," and Autoblog likes the "clean and clutter free" dash and "real wood used liberally throughout the cabin"—but Car and Driver contends that the Lincoln MKX's interior "isn't even in the same league, much less ballpark, as its luxury competition." They take particular offense with the "acres of silver plastic." Cars.com also disapproves of parts of the interior, especially the "satin nickel," which is "Lincoln's name for the metal-like finish on the center control panels."

Conclusion

The 2009 Lincoln MKX is nice on the outside—but the interior disappoints, especially at this price.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:interior isn't even in the same league, much less ballpark, as its luxury competitionCar and Driverchrome cheese-grater grille is distinctiveCars.comnoticeably devoid of gratuitous chromeKelley Blue Book The 2009 Lincoln MKX is a nice-looking offering from the outside, but reviewers aren’t nearly as universally impressed by the interior’s styling. Kelley Blue Book calls the exterior of the Lincoln MKX 2009 "handsome," sporting "high-shouldered, flare-fendered flanks" and "edge-to-edge LEDs across the liftgate," and Edmunds feels that the Lincoln MKX "looks elegant, with tasteful yet eye-catching exterior styling." In short, the exterior of the 2009 Lincoln MKX is nothing if not distinct. ForbesAutos says that the "MKX distinguishes itself from boxier-looking SUVs with a more stylish exterior" that features a "sleek roofline that sweeps gracefully rearward"—somewhat at odds with Autoblog's description of the MKX's "very muscular stance, kind of like a British bulldog." Reviewers at Car and Driver "dig the full-width brake light," while those at Edmunds find them "particularly striking." Unfortunately, the interior of the 2009 Lincoln MKX is somewhat disappointing. ConsumerGuide praises the interior as "upscale, if just a bit shy of the best in this class," and Autoblog likes the "clean and clutter free" dash and "real wood used liberally throughout the cabin"—but Car and Driver contends that the Lincoln MKX's interior "isn't even in the same league, much less ballpark, as its luxury competition." They take particular offense with the "acres of silver plastic." Cars.com also disapproves of parts of the interior, especially the "satin nickel," which is "Lincoln's name for the metal-like finish on the center control panels." ConclusionThe 2009 Lincoln MKX is nice on the outside—but the interior disappoints, especially at this price. 2009 LINCOLN MKX STYLING | [8 out of 10] Car and Driver: "interior isn't even in the same league, much less ballpark, as its luxury competition" Cars.com: "chrome cheese-grater grille is distinctive" Kelley Blue Book: "noticeably devoid of gratuitous chrome" The 2009 Lincoln MKX ...

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Other Choices:

The Lexus RX 350 is the bogie for Lincoln, but the RX isn’t that engaging to drive and can be tough to find in crowded mall parking lots. The 2009 Lincoln MKX is more engaging to drive, but it can't match the level of refinement achieved by the RX 350. Dynamically, the Acura MDX is a better-handling vehicle than the 2009 Lincoln MKX, as is the rear-wheel-drive Cadillac SRX. If you put a high value on performance, the SRX and BMW X5 offer optional V-8 engines.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By  r4i software #1, Posted: 11/12/2009

    The 2009 Lincoln MKS is a star when it comes to in-cabin entertainment and information sources, especially at its price. But you will have to be content with a comfortable, rather than sporty, ride.

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