Lincoln Cars. 2009 Lincoln MKX
The Lincoln MKX shares the same platform as the Ford Edge, which has its origins in the Fusion sedan.
The MKX doesn’t drive like a SUV, thanks in part to its rigid car-based unibody structure, rather than a body-on-frame truck platform.
All of the engine’s power goes to the front wheels. A generous wheelbase length of 111-inches and the wide track of 65-inches set up a long and broad platform that brings stability when turning.
The crossover has a capable ABS brake system and there are significant safety systems aboard.
Power for the MKX is derived from a 3.5-liter V6 tied to an six-speed automatic transmission with standard front-wheel-drive (FWD) or optional all-wheel-drive (AWD) traction.
The V6 adds a kick to the MKX’s accelerator. It generates 265 hp at 6250 rpm, plus torque of 250 ft-lbs at 4500 rpm. And a six-speed automatic transmission gets the power down in a smooth and sophisticated way.
Additional safety is provided by an adaptive lighting system (ALS) where a pair of swivel headlamps — keyed to the angle of the steering wheel.
Decor for the cabin in the MKX is understated in a retro-Lincoln theme with luxurious materials in satin aluminum.
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