1990-1992 Lincoln Mark VII Road Test - Consumer Guide Automotive

Our road test for this generation Lincoln Mark VII includes a full evaluation from the inside out. We've evaluated every aspect of the Lincoln Mark VII and highlighted the vehicle's performance with pros and cons. Use our comprehensive road test ratings to decide if this generation Lincoln Mark VII is right for you.

1990-1992 Lincoln Mark VII Road Test

Pros	Cons

Acceleration	Fuel economy

Antilock brakes	Rear-seat room

Quietness	Rear-seat entry/exit

Handling	Ride (except 1990 Bill Blass)

	Cargo room

Consumer Guide® Road-Test Evaluation

The brawny V8 engine and 4-speed automatic furnish strong acceleration during takeoffs, plus brisk passing response on the highway. On the other hand, you have to endure an unfortunate tendency toward tardy downshifts from the automatic transmission. Gas mileage is fine on the highway, but gets more dismal around town: in the 15-17 mpg neighborhood. Lincoln's coupes loaf along quietly at cruising speeds. Road manners are modern and competent. With its handling suspension, the LSC coupe corners flatly and promises a stable highway ride. Unfortunately, when rolling over bumps, that suspension also transmits some impact harshness to the occupants. The soft suspension and smaller tires on a 1990 Bill Blass edition might suit some drivers better. Ordinary braking causes the front end to dip down noticeably, and the pedal tends to feel spongy. Interiors are roomy enough. Front bucket seats are well-shaped and supportive, with ample space for each occupant. Power seat controls consist of separate buttons, shaped like the seat cushion and backrest. Leg space in the rear is ample for adults, but head room is minimal. Trunk space is small for a car of this size.

Value for the Money
All told, a Mark VII can still be a good alternative to the front-wheel drive Cadillac Eldorado, the Acura Legend Coupe, or the Lexus SC 300.

Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings

Lincoln Mark VII LSC	Rating

Performance	8

Fuel Economy	2

Ride Quality	5

Steering/Handling/Braking	5

Quietness	6

Controls/Materials	6

Interior Room	5

Room/Comfort (rear)	2

Cargo Capacity	2

Value within Class	4

Total:	45

Each vehicle report contains one rating chart for representative model. Consumer Guide® rates in ten key areas: Performance, Fuel Economy, Ride Comfort, Steering and Handling, Interior Noise, Controls and Materials, Driver Room, Passenger Room, Cargo Capacity, and Insurance Costs. These ratings compare the particular vehicle rated to ALL other vehicles, not a vehicle's standing in a particular class. In the ratings table, "1" is the lowest rating and "10" is the highest rating.

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