Lincoln MKT Spied in Black

[dsime653]

But they would have nearly identical prices, interior dimensions, and would probably be within 1-2MPG combined of each other. And acceleration would be pretty similar too.

 

Umm...no.

 

Prices would be way different, interior dimensions woulbe be slightly BETTER in the MKZW, the mileage would be FAR better, and who cares about acceleration?

[RichardJensen]

Umm...no.

 

Prices would be way different, interior dimensions woulbe be slightly BETTER in the MKZW, the mileage would be FAR better, and who cares about acceleration?

How would prices be 'way' different?

 

MKZ: starting price $30k, MKX starting price: $35k. Where would the wagon be? $32k? $33k?

 

How would interior dimensions be =better= in a shorter car? Cargo space certainly wouldn't be higher, and cabin dimensions are quite similar between the MKZ & MKX.

 

Finally:

 

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/2008seleeng...model=MKX%20FWD

 

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/2008seleeng...model=MKX%20AWD

 

There's a 3MPG combined difference between the MKZ and MKX in FWD configuration and a 1MPG combined difference between the MKZ & MKX in AWD configuration

 

Now I'm assuming you'd want this MKZ wagon to be a 'sport wagon' so AWD is mandatory, and there, you're looking at coming in right next to the MKX in terms of mileage.

 

And, between the two, you're looking at my 'within 1-2MPG of each other', as in 2MPG average difference between the MKZ & MKX.

[dsime653]

How would prices be 'way' different?

 

MKZ: starting price $30k, MKX starting price: $35k. Where would the wagon be? $32k? $33k?

 

Seeing as the MKZ is overpriced as it is, I am hoping for a price drop when the re-skinned model comes out. The wagon would only be 1500-2000 more than the sedan.

 

How would interior dimensions be =better= in a shorter car? Cargo space certainly wouldn't be higher, and cabin dimensions are quite similar between the MKZ & MKX.

 

Think of it as the difference between the CX-7 and Mazda 6 Wagon

 

Finally:

 

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/2008seleeng...model=MKX%20FWD

 

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/2008seleeng...model=MKX%20AWD

 

There's a 3MPG combined difference between the MKZ and MKX in FWD configuration and a 1MPG combined difference between the MKZ & MKX in AWD configuration

 

Now I'm assuming you'd want this MKZ wagon to be a 'sport wagon' so AWD is mandatory, and there, you're looking at coming in right next to the MKX in terms of mileage.

 

And, between the two, you're looking at my 'within 1-2MPG of each other', as in 2MPG average difference between the MKZ & MKX.

 

Again, no. Isn't the new Fusion supposed to have highway mileage in the mid 30's. No reason why a wagon version of the Fusion would be much worse...maybe 1-2 MPG.

Edited October 23, 2008 by dsime653

[jpd80]

The more I see the MKT, the more I think Ford is headed up the right path with Lincoln.

I think the sedan/CUV pairing is still the right way, Lincoln station wagon doesn't feel right.

Edited October 23, 2008 by jpd80

[RichardJensen]

Seeing as the MKZ is overpriced as it is, I am hoping for a price drop when the re-skinned model comes out. The wagon would only be 1500-2000 more than the sedan.

 

 

 

Think of it as the difference between the CX-7 and Mazda 6 Wagon

 

 

 

Again, no. Isn't the new Fusion supposed to have highway mileage in the mid 30's. No reason why a wagon version of the Fusion would be much worse...maybe 1-2 MPG.

1) Okay, so you're assuming that the MKZ is going to get a price drop? Your assumption that there would be a significant difference in price is based on your assumption that--rather than boost feature content, Ford is going to drop the MKZ's price? That's a bit of a stretch, mate. There's not going to be any price drop on the MKZ. There will, instead, be additional features.

 

2) The truer comparison would be the CX-9 & Mazda6, where there is a considerable difference in price. The CX-7 is smaller inside than the Mazda6.

 

3) Those figures are with a 4-cylinder engine. The MKZ is not getting that engine.

[RichardJensen]

The more I see the MKT, the more I think Ford is headed up the right path with Lincoln.

I think the sedan/CUV pairing is still the right way, Lincoln station wagon doesn't feel right.

I think the MKT has potential to hit above the 'panic' point.

 

As in:

 

my landlord is looking at buying a couple more properties--to him, this economic 'crisis' is an opportunity to significantly reduce the cost of his money. A half point drop in interest saves him over $1000 a month in interest costs.

 

People in his situation, IMO, would be attracted to the MKT (although not him personally, he's quite solidly in the 'Nazi staff car' fan club).

[NickF1011]

Isn't it considered full size?

 

Okay, so it's a fullsize CUV. Nothing less. Nothing more. :P