Lincoln, one of the elite car brands with an exclusive buyer base, has a range of luxury vehicles that include, sedans, crossovers and SUVs, along with other categories. Recently they have introduced a premium SUV, the Lincoln Navigator 2017.
The Navigator 2017 is definitely a full-size SUV with loaded features giving out a strong statement to the onlookers. The strikingly dominant exterior and luxurious interior makes the Lincoln Navigator an ultimate SUV to own. It has 4 trim levels for their customers to select from; the Navigator Select, the Navigator L Select, Navigator Reserve and the Navigator L Reserve.
Here is a review of the new Lincoln SUV, the Navigator in terms of its highlighting features including exterior, interior, performance as well as other specifications.
The Exterior of the 2017 Lincoln Navigator
From the outside, the Lincoln Navigator has a glassy, well-proportioned traditional SUV design that blends in reserved lines and glitzy details. In the front end, there is the large grille split in two through the middle to accommodate the Lincoln logo. The Daytime Running lights and the fog lamps that comes with nigh vision are standard on all trim levels.
The wheelbase is 119-inch while the minimum ground clearance level is 8.4-inch due to which the passengers have to climb two steps in order to enter the cabin with the Power-Deployable Running Boards. It’s a noticeable fact that the front end has been updated by the car brand multiple times to get that perfect look.
With a touch of a button on the key or from inside the passenger cabin, the passenger can automatically open or close the lift gate and get easy access to cargo space.
There is a tasteful chrome accent along the outside edges to make the exterior look alive. The zing of the exterior is enhanced by its 22-inch front and rear nine-spoke ultra-bight machined-aluminum wheels.
For customers, there is a selection of eight distinct exterior colours to choose from including Inglot Silver, Midnight Sapphire and Ruby Red among others.
The Interior of the 2017 Navigator
Inside, the sheer size of the SUV has allowed the space to be capacious and comfortable for all the occupants. Other than hosting maximum of seven passengers, the Lincoln Navigator has the One-Touch Power fold Third-Row Seat that can accommodate three more passengers easily.
If you are in need of an additional space, the second row can also be folded flat that creates more space for cargo. This way the cargo area can have an additional space of 24.9 cubic feet.
There is also more headroom and the bucket seats are designed ideally for adults. The interior also features premium leather trimmed seats for a more comfortable in-cabin experience. The front seats come with heated and ventilating system for warm or cold temperatures.
Other than the seats, the twin-binnacle dashboard is also leather-wrapped with twin stitched seams. Unlike other SUVs, the Lincoln Navigator takes care of its passengers in the second and the third row with enough leg room and comfortable seats.
Besides the leather, there is an option of a rich-looking Ziricote wood interior. Overall, the cabin is quiet and protects you from the any unwanted sound and noise from the outside.
The interior also comes with a choice of three colours including Dune, Ebony and Stone.
Performance and Engine Specifications of the Lincoln Navigator
The standard 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged V-6 Navigator engine delivers 380 horsepower and 460 lb-ft. of torque, featured with direct fuel injection that delivers smooth power on demand. The engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission with a SelectShift. The Lincoln Navigator also delivers fuel efficiency of 15 mpg for the city, 21 mpg for the highway and 17 combined mpg.
The combination of power and performance help to deliver amazing towing capability of max 9,000 pounds when properly equipped.
The Lincoln Navigator is one of the very few full-size SUVs engineered with an independent multilink rear suspension (IRS) system that enables each wheel to negotiate bumps and jolts on its own terms, providing quality ride and control.
It also features Continuously Controlled Damping System that allows the sensors to continuously monitor suspension in different terrains. It comes with different operating modes including Comfort, Normal and Sport mode that can be selected accordingly.
The Electric Power Assisted Steering provides a fluid steering feel at low speeds and a more controlled feel at higher speeds. This steering function also adapts to different road conditions so that it can give you a better driving experience.
Lastly, it also comes with a Control Trac Four-Wheel-Drive System that allows better traction control on slippery surfaces as well as dry roads.
Technological and Safety Features
The 2017 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with some of the advanced technological and safety features that an SUV owner would expect to have. This is all contributed to the introduction of the Sync 3, the voice activated technology that allows you to control music, phone calls and text messages hands free while you keep your hands on the wheel at all times.
The interior is loaded with some major infotainment and navigational features. Enhance your in-cabin music experience with the THXII Certified 5.1 Surround Audio System that features 600 watts power with 14 speakers. The fun is not limited to the front seats, the rear seat passengers can enjoy with the two 7-inch colour LCD wide screen monitors built into the front row head restraints. These are DVD enables entertainment systems with two dual-channel infrared headphones and remote control.
Other than the technological features, the Navigator also hosts advanced safety features, some of them are listed below:
- Rain-sensing Wipers
- Rear View Camera
- Blind Spot Information System
- Six Standard In-Cabin Airbags with Safety Canopy System
- Rollover Protection Bars
- Traction Control
- Automatic Braking System
- Electronic Stability Control
- Cross Traffic Alert Rear Collision
- Low Tyre Pressure Warning
- Parking Aid
- Child Safety Rear Door Locks
Availability and Price of the Lincoln Navigator 2017
The 2017 Lincoln Navigator is available in the UAE region and is definitely a vehicle to own for the road conditions and terrain in the UAE. The Navigator is available for purchase with a starting price of AED 235,000 that can go up with every Trim level available.
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