Ride & Handling

Ride & Handling  - 2008 Lincoln MKX Review - Reviews - Lincoln MKX

As in its sister vehicle, the MKX's ride quality is a high point — here, a bit cushier still. This SUV illustrates what can be achieved in a car-based, or unibody, model that would be complicated or plain impossible in a truck-based one. Though there's some body roll in turns, the steering feels natural and the center of gravity is low, providing a grounded feeling and lessening the chance of rollover. This isn't a car, and it shouldn't be driven like one, but the advantages of a car platform are evident. The 41-foot turning diameter could be tighter, but otherwise I have few complaints.

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    Sounding a panic alarm
    Press to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn lamps will flash for a maximum of three minutes. Press again or turn the ignition to the on position to deactivate, or wait for the ...

    Setting the gap distance
    The distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you can be decreased or increased by pressing <---> control. GAP <---> will be displayed in the message center. Thre ...

    Easy entry/exit feature
    This feature automatically moves the steering wheel all the way up and in and moves the driver’s seat rearward 2 in. (5 cm) when: • the transmission is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) • the ignition ...