The MKT’s 7-passenger competition looks like:
Acura MDX, 300 hp, $52,900
Audi Q7 3.6 FSI quattro, 280 hp, $54,200
BMW X5 xDrive30i, 260 hp, $58,200
Chrysler Aspen Limited, 335 hp, $50,495
Hyundai Veracruz Limited, 260 hp, $47,295
Jeep Commander Limited 5.7L, 357 hp, $55,095
Lexus GX 470, 263 hp, $60,550
Mazda CX-9 GT AWD, 273 hp, $45,695
Nissan Pathfinder LE, 266 hp, $47,033
Subaru Tribeca Premier, 256 hp, $48,195
Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD 7-seat, 235 hp, $54,495
If horsepower is a priority for you, the Lincoln offers more than virtually all of its rivals, unless you’re willing to spend another ten grand for engine and trim upgrades.
Conclusion
The MKT is a big (but not obese) stylish SUV that distinguishes itself from the rest of the crowd. Its design might cause an office water-cooler discussion or two, but that doesn’t stop it from being a fast, well-equipped machine that’s perfect for full-size SUV downsizers. My fearless prediction: the Navigator is buzzard meat.
photo:Matthieu Lambert
Acura MDX, 300 hp, $52,900
Audi Q7 3.6 FSI quattro, 280 hp, $54,200
BMW X5 xDrive30i, 260 hp, $58,200
Chrysler Aspen Limited, 335 hp, $50,495
Hyundai Veracruz Limited, 260 hp, $47,295
Jeep Commander Limited 5.7L, 357 hp, $55,095
Lexus GX 470, 263 hp, $60,550
Mazda CX-9 GT AWD, 273 hp, $45,695
Nissan Pathfinder LE, 266 hp, $47,033
Subaru Tribeca Premier, 256 hp, $48,195
Volvo XC90 3.2 AWD 7-seat, 235 hp, $54,495
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| The MKT starts at $49,950, while our EcoBoost tester carries a $53,350 MSRP . |
If horsepower is a priority for you, the Lincoln offers more than virtually all of its rivals, unless you’re willing to spend another ten grand for engine and trim upgrades.
Conclusion
The MKT is a big (but not obese) stylish SUV that distinguishes itself from the rest of the crowd. Its design might cause an office water-cooler discussion or two, but that doesn’t stop it from being a fast, well-equipped machine that’s perfect for full-size SUV downsizers. My fearless prediction: the Navigator is buzzard meat.
photo:Matthieu Lambert
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