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Seems like they need to move the Nautilus and MKC up. The competition is fierce and they need to shorten the time lines for these vehicles. Some of the new technology, like the the new 8/9-speed transmissions, are need now.

Has anyone heard an update to the new 9-speed transmissions that Ford is developing with GM? There has been news on the new 10-speed for rear wheel dives, like the F150 and the Mustang, but nothing on the 9-sppeds for front wheel drive. The old 6-speeds are getting a little long in the tooth.

Has anyone heard about changes to the 2017 MKC? A lot of changes are going to the MKZ and the Ford Escape and you would think some of them might make it into the MKC. The one I would really like to see is the future 9 speed transmission, but I think that is a little ways out. What have you heard?

I can't believe they are NOT putting in Sync 3 in the 2016 Lincoln MKX! It will cost them 20% of their sales. The 2016 EDGE has it, but not the 2016 MKX??? If they want Lincoln to reestablish itself as a premier brand they need to at least have the newest technology at the same time as Ford if not before. Lets see what they do on the roll out of the new 9 and 10 speed transmissions.

I checked in with the Lincoln Concierge on what changes are being made to the 2016 MKC and was told that in additon to new colors they are changing out the current 2.0 liter with the new 2.0 Liter engine. It will is a total new design with a little more horsepower. They are also going to up the horsepower in the 2.3 liter enigne. I didn't ask what impact these changes will have to the gas milage. Sync3 will also be added. I keep hoping for the new 9 speed transmission that is being co-developed with GM, but its not there yet. I wonder when it will hit the market?

Thanks for the info.... When will they come to market?

I was wondering if it will have the new 9 speed transmission that has been under co-development with GM?

Check out what a Lincoln Dealership looks like in China: Lincoln Facility - Experience Lincoln | Lincoln China Building these in the U.S. would go a long way in improving Lincoln's image and improving service.

I like it overall, but where is the new 9-speed transmission and Sync 3? Not including these new offerings is disappointing.

I wish they would build the kind of Dealerships in the US that they have planned in China. The are really first class and put any of the ones I have seen in the US to shame.

I test drove the MKC yesterday and was very impressed. It was the 2 liter with FWD. I was impressed on how quite it was and the lack of torque steer. I have driven many of it competitors and it campairs very we'll. I plan to take the wife to see it this weekend....

And gives us so color other than black! Which is really defined as the lack of color.

My local dealer is saying that their deliveries are being held up two weeks so that Lincoln can redo the mileage estimates on the windows stickers.

I have been reading all the reviews, many with obvious slants, but good over all. I wish they would show up at the dealers so I could test drive one and judge for myself. Lincoln said on their web site that the MKC would be available in the spring and here it is summer.

http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/9F6C8893AFF4BDFCCA257CDE00219906 Interest article, check it out.

Great video. I went back to look at it again and it was marked private on YouTube and I was unable to view it again.

Does anyone know the status of the 9 and 10 speed transmissions that Ford is jointly developing with GM? I am very interested the in the new MKC. But when I compare it with the AUDI Q5 and others they have newer 8 speed transmissions. Any ideas on when they are going to make production?

I don't think a Mustang based Lincoln would sell (beyond the die hard Ford people). If you think about who Lincoln would be competing with; Audi, BMW, Mercedes Benz, etc. the people who buy those kind of cars are not going to buy a re-badged, or tweaked Mustang. And Lincoln has stated that they need to have different products from Ford and it doesn't meet that goal. So if we look at the Audi TT, MB SL350, G37 Coupe and other cars in this class Lincoln need something different. I like the idea of a EcoBoost V6 with ~400hp, AWD, paddle shifters, etc. Hi tech, refined, a head on competitor with other cars in the class. Something that could bring new blood to Ford and Lincoln. If you want a Mustang, great value for the money, by it.

Sounds like Lincoln is turning their words into actions on repairing the brand: http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1057811_ford-establishes-crack-team-to-fix-lincoln I would have though they would be further along than they are. My vote for a new model would be for a sports car that would be competitive with cars like the Audi TT, Infinity G35 Coupe, Mercedes Benz SLK. Ecoboost engine, 4WD, paddle shifters, 4 wheel independent submission, something totally different that a Mustang.

I think the next generation Mercury Cougar should not be Ford Mustang based (people who want that should buy a Mustang) but a car that interest people who want a sporty car with modern technology like four wheel independent suspension. Something that can compete with imports like the Audi A5, BMW 335, Infiniti G37, and Mercedes CLK with a kick ass price. General specs that I would like to see for a next generation Mercury Cougar are: • 2 door coupe • 3.5L V6 w/260 HP base and 3.5L EcoBoost V6 w/365 horsepower option • Six-speed SelectShift Automatic™ transmission with paddle activation • Four wheel independent suspension with AWD (all models – don’t offer front wheel drive) • ~108 -110” wheel base • ~182 overall length • ~54” high • 17” and optional 18” wheels As far as styling is concerned it should look like the some of the new designs that Ford is working on. I like the one I have attached as an example.

I had a friend that had one and I drove it from Albuquerque to southern New Mexico (about a 3 hour drive). It ran well and got great gas mileage. I also remember when you could buy one new on sale for $1775.

I found the Ford 2008 fleet showroom site and it looks like a couple of new changes for 2008: Ford Sync™ voice-activated communications and entertainment system, optional, and the standard SIRIUS Satellite Radio. It doesn't look like the new 3.7 liter V6 is going to make the 2008 model. There is not any discussion about improved brakes https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/2008fle...om/2008-MKX.asp :stats:

Here is the url to the 2008 Fleet Sales Showroom. https://www.fleet.ford.com/showroom/2008fle...om/2008-MKX.asp Not a lot of data on the 2008 but the 3.7 liter V6 isn't going to make 2008. The Ford Sync™ voice-activated communications and entertainment system, optional** made it and the standard SIRIUS Satellite Radio. :stats:

Here are some other tests that I found for 60 to 0 stopping: Acura MDX - 133 ft. - source: Consumers Report Lexus RX - 134 ft. - source: Consumers Report Cadillac SRX - 132 ft. - source: Consumer Report Volvo XC90 - 136 ft. - source: Consumers Report Lincoln MKX - 144 ft. - source: Motor Trend (CR has not done a road test yet) There is room for improvement, they need to shave 10 feet off the stopping distnce. About a 6 to 7% improvement to be in the middle of the pack. :stats: :stats: