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2012 Lincoln MKS Overview

Subtle accents of chrome along the beltline, fog lamp bezels, and front and rear fascias highlight the confident and fluid lines of the Lincoln MKS. The 2012 Lincoln MKS feels open and airy with the available dual panel moonroof. The moonroof has a forward panel that opens for ventilation. We found the big eight-inch display excellent and its systems easy to operate, which can't be said for some much more expensive German luxury cars. Personal CD photos can be loaded on the in-dash monitor. Local gas stations can be searched, arranged by nearness or price per gallon. During our time in the car, we followed the progress of a violent storm on an in-dash Doppler radar monitor, and pressing a couple of buttons displayed the five-day forecast. The system will play DVD movies with rich Surround Sound, and the touch-screen monitor takes running your iPod to new levels. Its voice-command system indicates this technology has moved beyond the gimmick stage.

2012 Lincoln MKS Lineup

The 2011 Lincoln MKS is available with front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive, and EcoBoost with all-wheel drive.

The Navigation Package adds a voice-activated DVD navigation system with integrated Sirius Travel Link, THX II with 5.1 premium Surround Sound audio and MP3 capability, and a rearview camera. The Base Ultimate Package includes the Navigation Package, dual-panel moonroof, 19-inch wheels, Ultimate seating, and interior premium wood door trim. The EcoBoost Navigation Packag includes the above, but not the 19-inch wheels, which are standard with the EcoBoost. Other options include the dual-panel moonroof, and adaptive cruise control.

Interior of the 2012 Lincoln MKS

The 2012 MKS features a pleasant interior design with standard leather upholstery and an attractive dash layout. Perforated leather trim on the seats helps keep you comfortable no matter what the temperature is outside. Both driver and front passenger can relax in the heated or cooled front seats with three temperature settings each, for a total of six.

The premium-quality THX II sound system and satellite-radio accessibility delivers superb concert Surround Sound. And using Ford's voice-activated Sync system, we were able to order changes in programming without moving our hands from the wheel. While parked, we watched clips from Star Wars crisply displayed on the screen and the fly-bys of the small, fighter ships were incredible over the 5.1 Surround Sound with crisp base and crystal highs. Likewise, the acoustical guitar and percussion on a live recording of the Eagles playing Hotel California was amazingly crisp and clear. These are benefits of the high quality of the system and the well sound-deadened cabin.

Handling of the 2012 Lincoln MKS

Another exemplary quality of the front-wheel-drive Lincoln MKS is that it feels more like a well-balanced rear-wheel-drive sedan, with all four wheels planted and contributing firm directional guidance. The car exhibits no torque-steer, that unsettling sensation that occurs when strong acceleration causes the steering to pull left or right. The Lincoln MKS suspension delivers terrific agility and road feel. Combined with EcoBoost's standard all-wheel drive, standard, the Lincoln MKS is a comfortable, confidence-inspiring all-weather sedan with truly impressive performance.

Unlike traditional systems, adaptive cruise control can sense traffic flow and react accordingly. Radar sensors monitor the speed of the vehicle in front of you. When traffic slows, your vehicle adjusts its speed to maintain your preferred, preset distance to the vehicle in front of you

Conclusion

Spacious interior; plentiful standard features; good power and fuel economy from the turbocharged V6. The Lincoln MKS is a fine performance luxury car, and venturing deep into the realm of onboard connectivity gives it an interesting mix of strengths. With the EcoBoost V6 and great driving dynamics, the 2011 Lincoln MKS is a fine solution for discriminating luxury buyers. Good looks match up with a very spacious cabin, especially in back, and with a large trunk throttled by a small lid.

Some information for this review was obtained from NewCarTestDrive.com