Lincoln MKX advice
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Lincoln MKX advice
Mi wife's 2014 RX lease will be coming to an end in a few months. As much as we love the car, we cannot stomach the looks of the Gen 4. The fact that it increased 6" and lacks bumpers doesn't help its case either. The MDX is almost out of contention due to its schizophrenic dual screen setup and unrefined finish. The Q5 lack as a few basic toys and can get very expensive. The Q60 is too sporty.
That leaves us with the new Lincoln MKX. The car looks great and although it is well reviewed by the press, I would like to hear if anybody from this forum has had experience with it.
I rummaged through a handful of Lincoln forums and was surprised to see that there is very little activivity/postings in them.
Any help would be appreciated.
That leaves us with the new Lincoln MKX. The car looks great and although it is well reviewed by the press, I would like to hear if anybody from this forum has had experience with it.
I rummaged through a handful of Lincoln forums and was surprised to see that there is very little activivity/postings in them.
Any help would be appreciated.
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I rode in one in the back seat for a black car service to the airport once. Its very comfy. I don't know much details about the car, but it was very comfortable in the back seat. Sorry this is all the info i know about the car and i know other car service companies are using it as well.
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If the 2014 RX has been good to you, why not buy it after the lease is up? Out of everything you listed, I think it would be ontop of everything else.
P.S. Beware, most recent Lincoln and Ford SUV's have had average to poor reliability.
P.S. Beware, most recent Lincoln and Ford SUV's have had average to poor reliability.
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That leaves us with the new Lincoln MKX. The car looks great and although it is well reviewed by the press, I would like to hear if anybody from this forum has had experience with it.
I rummaged through a handful of Lincoln forums and was surprised to see that there is very little activivity/postings in them.
Any help would be appreciated.
I rummaged through a handful of Lincoln forums and was surprised to see that there is very little activivity/postings in them.
Any help would be appreciated.
https://www.clublexus.com/forums/car...ncoln-mkx.html
I agree with Fizzboy, though, about potential reliability.......recent Ford/Lincoln SUVs have not been the best in that department.
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Mi wife's 2014 RX lease will be coming to an end in a few months. As much as we love the car, we cannot stomach the looks of the Gen 4. The fact that it increased 6" and lacks bumpers doesn't help its case either. The MDX is almost out of contention due to its schizophrenic dual screen setup and unrefined finish. The Q5 lack as a few basic toys and can get very expensive. The Q60 is too sporty.
That leaves us with the new Lincoln MKX. The car looks great and although it is well reviewed by the press, I would like to hear if anybody from this forum has had experience with it.
I rummaged through a handful of Lincoln forums and was surprised to see that there is very little activivity/postings in them.
Any help would be appreciated.
That leaves us with the new Lincoln MKX. The car looks great and although it is well reviewed by the press, I would like to hear if anybody from this forum has had experience with it.
I rummaged through a handful of Lincoln forums and was surprised to see that there is very little activivity/postings in them.
Any help would be appreciated.
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I'm currently looking for a replacement for our Q5 and the new MKX is on the list. Although it might be a bit to big for our needs. Ford/Lincoln is pricing them on the high side IMO. A decently equipped one hits $50k quickly and can go to well over $60k. Lincon is offering some incentives on it. I liked the way it looks and drives. Most of the reivews I've read say the 2.7l Eco Boost engine is the best fit, It is a $2k option. Even though I don't normally keep cars much beyond the factory warranty period, reliability is a concern. Hopefully that's improving. Have you looked at the MKC?
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Also, I want the feedback from Lexus owners, not Lincoln ones.
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We also look forward to the new electronic gadgetry that we currently don't have.
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I'm currently looking for a replacement for our Q5 and the new MKX is on the list. Although it might be a bit to big for our needs. Ford/Lincoln is pricing them on the high side IMO. A decently equipped one hits $50k quickly and can go to well over $60k. Lincon is offering some incentives on it. I liked the way it looks and drives. Most of the reivews I've read say the 2.7l Eco Boost engine is the best fit, It is a $2k option. Even though I don't normally keep cars much beyond the factory warranty period, reliability is a concern. Hopefully that's improving. Have you looked at the MKC?
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Mi wife's 2014 RX lease will be coming to an end in a few months. As much as we love the car, we cannot stomach the looks of the Gen 4. The fact that it increased 6" and lacks bumpers doesn't help its case either. The MDX is almost out of contention due to its schizophrenic dual screen setup and unrefined finish. The Q5 lack as a few basic toys and can get very expensive. The Q60 is too sporty.
That leaves us with the new Lincoln MKX. The car looks great and although it is well reviewed by the press, I would like to hear if anybody from this forum has had experience with it.
I rummaged through a handful of Lincoln forums and was surprised to see that there is very little activivity/postings in them.
Any help would be appreciated.
That leaves us with the new Lincoln MKX. The car looks great and although it is well reviewed by the press, I would like to hear if anybody from this forum has had experience with it.
I rummaged through a handful of Lincoln forums and was surprised to see that there is very little activivity/postings in them.
Any help would be appreciated.
http://www.caranddriver.com/lincoln/mkx
Highs:
Pillowy ride with respectable handling, gobs of torque.
Lows:
Priced as if the past 25 years never happened.
Verdict:
Based on a Ford but feels like a Lincoln.
Pillowy ride with respectable handling, gobs of torque.
Lows:
Priced as if the past 25 years never happened.
Verdict:
Based on a Ford but feels like a Lincoln.
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Sorry, I don't have experience with the MKX, but it is a very tempting-looking vehicle. IMO, one of the most attractive CUVs on the road. I also agree that the new RX is hideous looking, but to each his own.
I'm also in the market for a CUV when my S5 lease is up in December. My concern with the MKX is also reliability, and if there is not a strong forum (probably because most of the buyers are older) there is little support with any issues that may arise. The Lexus and Audi forums have been great for owner input and solutions. I don't know if I could do without that level of support and enthusiasm.
No, the Q5 doesn't have all the latest toys, but it has been on the market for 8 years so Audi has worked the bugs out and the owner issues on the Audi forums are pretty minor. My S5 interior is the same as the Q5, and I still find it very functional and very well finished, albeit understated. I've driven a new A6 and a new Q50 as loaners, and I still prefer my S5. I'm not all about the tech toys. If I can talk hands free, use a nav system and have a direct interface for my iPod I'm happy. For me, it's more about the driving experience. I don't commute. If I did my priorities might be different.
Anyway, lots of choices out there. Some good, some not so good. Good luck with your decision!
I'm also in the market for a CUV when my S5 lease is up in December. My concern with the MKX is also reliability, and if there is not a strong forum (probably because most of the buyers are older) there is little support with any issues that may arise. The Lexus and Audi forums have been great for owner input and solutions. I don't know if I could do without that level of support and enthusiasm.
No, the Q5 doesn't have all the latest toys, but it has been on the market for 8 years so Audi has worked the bugs out and the owner issues on the Audi forums are pretty minor. My S5 interior is the same as the Q5, and I still find it very functional and very well finished, albeit understated. I've driven a new A6 and a new Q50 as loaners, and I still prefer my S5. I'm not all about the tech toys. If I can talk hands free, use a nav system and have a direct interface for my iPod I'm happy. For me, it's more about the driving experience. I don't commute. If I did my priorities might be different.
Anyway, lots of choices out there. Some good, some not so good. Good luck with your decision!
Last edited by dseag2; May 12, 2016 at 06:51 PM.
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Yikes! And based on the posts I would think twice about going for one. Not bullying Lincoln, but these are not posts you typically see in other auto forums.
http://lincolnmkxforum.com/forum/24-engine-powertrain/
-Shifter not in Park indicator - requires new shift assembly?
-Transmission Replacement
-Power Transfer Unit Leaking
-Faulty Brake Booster
-Power steering pump replacement
-Transmission jerks when shifting
-CV Axle Seal Leaking Drivers Side
Beautiful CUV, but I'll pass!
http://lincolnmkxforum.com/forum/24-engine-powertrain/
-Shifter not in Park indicator - requires new shift assembly?
-Transmission Replacement
-Power Transfer Unit Leaking
-Faulty Brake Booster
-Power steering pump replacement
-Transmission jerks when shifting
-CV Axle Seal Leaking Drivers Side
Beautiful CUV, but I'll pass!
Last edited by dseag2; May 12, 2016 at 07:50 PM.