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2008 Lincoln Mark LT Full Review
Date Published: 4/09/08
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2008 Lincoln Mark LT Review
The 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is basically unchanged. This luxury pickup truck is essentially a dressed up Ford F-150 SuperCrew crew cab. Two versions are available, one with a 138.5-inch wheelbase and a 5.5-foot cargo bed; the other a 150.5-inch wheelbase with a 6.5-foot bed. The lone powertrain is a 300-hp 5.4-liter V8 engine and 4-speed automatic transmission. Maximum towing capacity is 8900 lb. Both body styles are available with rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive that should not be left engaged on dry pavement but has a low-range gear for off-roading. Available safety features include ABS and traction control. Leather upholstery is standard. A navigation system and 20-inch wheels are newly optional. Other options include power-adjustable pedals, sunroof, and a newly available rearview camera.
Competition
Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Large Pickup Trucks are traditionally the vehicles of choice for heavy-duty hauling and towing. They offer an array of cab styles and bed lengths and usually feature powerful V8 or diesel engines. For personal use, consider light-duty half-ton models. For heavy-duty or commercial use, consider three-quarter- or one-ton models.
We have no Best Buys in this class. Our Recommended picks are the Chevrolet Avalanche, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra 1500, and Toyota Tundra.
We have no Best Buys in this class. Our Recommended picks are the Chevrolet Avalanche, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Ford F-150, GMC Sierra 1500, and Toyota Tundra.
News
Sources say Mark LT should be updated again for model-year 2009. Changes will include various underskin measures shared with '09-model Ford F-150s, plus freshened styling, all on the current "T1" platform. A new, more-powerful 6.2-liter V8, part of Ford Motor's upcoming "Hurricane" family, will likely be available by 2010.
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2008 Lincoln Mark LT Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Passenger and cargo room | Fuel economy |
| Towing and hauling | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Mark LTs with the 5.5-foot bed are the only ones made available for us to test. They have adequate acceleration and enough muscle for most towing and hauling chores, but highway-speed passing power and overall responsiveness is mediocre.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.4 |
Mark LTs with the 5.5-foot bed are the only ones made available for us to test. They have adequate acceleration and enough muscle for most towing and hauling chores, but highway-speed passing power and overall responsiveness is mediocre.
Fuel Economy
In Consumer Guide testing, we averaged 14.1 mpg. Mark LT uses regular-grade gas.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 3 | 2.8 |
In Consumer Guide testing, we averaged 14.1 mpg. Mark LT uses regular-grade gas.
Ride Quality
Mark LT differs little from the F-150 SuperCrew. It's reasonably composed at speed and over big dips and swells. The long wheelbase and hefty weight take shocks out of pavement cracks and ridges. The chassis shows annoying jiggle and quiver over most bumps and ripples.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 4 | 4.5 |
Mark LT differs little from the F-150 SuperCrew. It's reasonably composed at speed and over big dips and swells. The long wheelbase and hefty weight take shocks out of pavement cracks and ridges. The chassis shows annoying jiggle and quiver over most bumps and ripples.
Steering/Handling/Braking
Ponderous in tight maneuvers, but Mark LT has accurate, nicely weighted steering and shows good control in most changes of direction. As in most every pickup, the tail hops in bumpy corners. Brakes feel strong and are easily modulated, but simulated panic stops induce much nosedive.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 4 | 3.5 |
Ponderous in tight maneuvers, but Mark LT has accurate, nicely weighted steering and shows good control in most changes of direction. As in most every pickup, the tail hops in bumpy corners. Brakes feel strong and are easily modulated, but simulated panic stops induce much nosedive.
Quietness
Same subdued road and wind noise as in the F-150 SuperCrew, and similar engine characteristics: quiet cruising, but the engine does roar in rapid acceleration. Overall, though, Mark LT is quieter thanks to additional sound deadening measures.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.5 |
Same subdued road and wind noise as in the F-150 SuperCrew, and similar engine characteristics: quiet cruising, but the engine does roar in rapid acceleration. Overall, though, Mark LT is quieter thanks to additional sound deadening measures.
Controls
Main gauges are unobstructed and attractively backlit in white, though the markings are too small to some testers' eyes. Controls for the audio and climate systems are slightly undersized. The turn-signal stalk includes windshield-wiper functions and is too short for convenient access. LT provides steering-wheel buttons for audio, climate, and cruise functions, but they're not placed or marked for easy use.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 5 | 6.2 |
Main gauges are unobstructed and attractively backlit in white, though the markings are too small to some testers' eyes. Controls for the audio and climate systems are slightly undersized. The turn-signal stalk includes windshield-wiper functions and is too short for convenient access. LT provides steering-wheel buttons for audio, climate, and cruise functions, but they're not placed or marked for easy use.
Details
Standard leather upholstery is no more impressive than in top-line F-150 models. LT puts a slightly tonier finish on interior panels, but they're a veneer over the same hollow-feeling, hard-plastic surfaces as in its Ford cousin. Glovebox and ashtray doors and the console-mounted transmission shift lever suffer from a particularly low-budget movement and feel.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 5 | 5.2 |
Standard leather upholstery is no more impressive than in top-line F-150 models. LT puts a slightly tonier finish on interior panels, but they're a veneer over the same hollow-feeling, hard-plastic surfaces as in its Ford cousin. Glovebox and ashtray doors and the console-mounted transmission shift lever suffer from a particularly low-budget movement and feel.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Ample headroom and legroom. The seats are firm and flat but comfortable. Tall step-in, but big doors allow easy entry and exit; still, we recommend the optional running boards. Outward visibility is unobstructed.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 9 | 8.1 |
Ample headroom and legroom. The seats are firm and flat but comfortable. Tall step-in, but big doors allow easy entry and exit; still, we recommend the optional running boards. Outward visibility is unobstructed.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Copious head space. Legroom is good but not great. The poorly contoured seat has stingy thigh support and an uncomfortably upright backrest. An optional power sliding rear window is a welcome convenience. Entry and exit are awkward.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 6 | 5.1 |
Copious head space. Legroom is good but not great. The poorly contoured seat has stingy thigh support and an uncomfortably upright backrest. An optional power sliding rear window is a welcome convenience. Entry and exit are awkward.
Cargo Room
The rear-seat bottoms tip up to increase storage, but seat-frame corners jut into cargo space. Generously sized map pockets can be found in all doors. The optional tubular bed extender enhances cargo-box utility, but the bed is bare metal; a factory-standard integrated bed liner would be in keeping with LT's upscale aspirations.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 6 | 5 |
The rear-seat bottoms tip up to increase storage, but seat-frame corners jut into cargo space. Generously sized map pockets can be found in all doors. The optional tubular bed extender enhances cargo-box utility, but the bed is bare metal; a factory-standard integrated bed liner would be in keeping with LT's upscale aspirations.
Value within Class
Lincoln shouldn't be faulted for taking advantage of a ready market niche with a gilded version of the solid Ford F-150 SuperCrew. It can be faulted for doing so little to upgrade the interior to truly premium levels of feel and function. Where it really disappoints is in denying the LT important features expected at this market strata: an antiskid system, curtain side airbags, all-wheel drive, and an engine distinct from that available in an F-150.
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 4 | 6.5 |
Lincoln shouldn't be faulted for taking advantage of a ready market niche with a gilded version of the solid Ford F-150 SuperCrew. It can be faulted for doing so little to upgrade the interior to truly premium levels of feel and function. Where it really disappoints is in denying the LT important features expected at this market strata: an antiskid system, curtain side airbags, all-wheel drive, and an engine distinct from that available in an F-150.
Total Score
| 4WD short bed | Class Average |
| 58 | 57.8 |
Scores for all Large Pickup Trucks
| Low Score | 38 | |
| Average Score | 57 | |
| High Score | 70 |
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2008 Lincoln Mark LT Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 03/25/2008
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| 2WD Base crew cab, short bed | $38,615 | $34,728 | $950 |
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| 2WD Base crew cab, long bed | $38,915 | $34,990 | $950 |
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| 4WD Base crew cab, short bed | $41,715 | $37,440 | $950 |
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| 4WD Base crew cab, long bed | $42,015 | $37,703 | $950 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Base
Powertrain
5.4-liter V8 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Air conditioning w/automatic climate control, tilt wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel w/radio and climate controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, heated power front captain chairs w/lumbar adjustment, driver-seat memory, center console, split folding rear seat, wood interior trim, heated power mirrors w/turn signals, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, keypad entry, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, satellite radio, tachometer, trip computer, variable-intermittent wipers, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, outside-temperature indicator, illuminated visor mirrors, universal garage door opener, rear defogger, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, rear privacy glass, fog lights, chrome bumpers.
Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires
265/60R18 tires, alloy wheels, 4WD adds: 4-wheel drive, 2-speed transfer case, 275/65R18 all-terrain tires. Deletes: traction control.
Optional Equipment
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Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Monochrome Appearance Pkg.
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Base
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$500
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$410
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Power-adjustable pedals, power-folding mirrors w/automatic day/night, puddle lights, and memory, color-keyed bumpers, chrome running boards, unique exterior trim. Requires 20-inch chrome alloy wheels.
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Elite Pkg.
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Base
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$4,695
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$3,850
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Deluxe Power Pkg., Class IV Trailer Tow Pkg. plus navigation system, chrome running boards.
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Monochrome Elite Appearance Pkg.
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Base
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$4,795
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$3,932
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Elite Pkg., Monochrome Appearance Pkg. Requires 20-inch chrome alloy wheels.
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Technology Pkg.
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Base
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$2,210
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$1,812
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Navigation system, rearview camera.
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Deluxe Power Pkg.
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Base
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$1,195
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$980
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ordered w/Monochrome Appearance Pkg.
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$935
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$767
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Power sunroof, power-adjustable pedals, power-folding mirrors w/automatic day/night, puddle lights, and memory, power-sliding rear window. Deletes rear defogger.
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Overhead Storage Bin Pkg.
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Base
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$120
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$92
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Includes first-aid kit, storage bins. NA w/Deluxe Power Pkg.
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Class IV Trailer Tow Pkg.
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Base
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$795
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$652
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Limited-slip differential, rear-obstacle-detection system, heavy-duty cooling, transmission-oil cooler, Class IV hitch receiver, 7-pin wiring harness.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Remote engine start
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Base
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$455
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$373
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Rubber floormats
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Base
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$75
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$57
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Bed extender
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Base
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$195
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$160
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Bedliner
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Base
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$410
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$300
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Chrome bed rails
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Base
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$250
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$205
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Chrome running boards
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Base
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$495
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$406
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36 gallon fuel tank
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long bed
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$95
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$78
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Special paint
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Base
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$495
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$406
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Bug shield
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Base
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$115
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$77
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Special Purpose, Wheels and Tires |
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Skid plates
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4WD
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$160
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$131
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20-inch chrome alloy wheels
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Base
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$1,495
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$1,226
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Includes 275/55R20 all-terrain tires.
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2008 Lincoln Mark LT Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Lincoln Mark LT crew cab 5.5-ft bed | Lincoln Mark LT crew cab 6.5-ft bed |
| Wheelbase, in. | 138.5 | 150.5 |
| Overall Length, in. | 223.8 | 235.8 |
| Overall Width, in. | 78.9 | 78.9 |
| Overall Height, in. | 73.5 | 73.5 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 5285 | 5344 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | -- | -- |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | 1710 | 1650 |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 30.0 | 30.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 40.1 | 40.1 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 41.3 | 41.3 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 39.6 | 39.6 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 39.0 | 39.0 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| sohc V8 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 5.4 /330 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 300 @ 5000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 365 @ 3750 |
| Availability | Standard |
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| 4-speed automatic | 13/17 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Lincoln Mark LT crew cab 5.5-ft bed | Lincoln Mark LT crew cab 6.5-ft bed |
| 4WD Rollover | 4 | NA |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 | NA |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 5 | NA |
| Rollover Resistance | 4 | NA |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 6/70,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 5/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 6/70,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | 1/12,000 | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
4-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive
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