2010 Lincoln Navigator: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Lincoln Navigator is largely unchanged. This premium large SUV is a dressed up version of Ford's Expedition and comes as a standard-length wagon and the 15-inch-longer Navigator L. Standard seating is for seven on 2nd-row bucket seats. Eight-passenger seating via a 2nd-row bench is a no-cost option. The sole powertrain is a 310-hp 5.4-liter V8 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission. All Navigators offer rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive that can be left engaged on dry pavement. Maximum towing capacity is 9000 lb. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Standard are leather upholstery, heated and cooled front seats, heated 2nd-row seats, front- and rear-obstacle detection, and Ford's Sync voice-activated control interface. Also standard is Ford's EasyFuel capless fuel filler, which allows owners to refill their gas tanks without having to remove a cap. Options include a navigation system, DVD entertainment, and remote engine start.

COMPETITION

Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Typically based on mainstream Large SUVs, Premium Large SUVs are super-sized luxury liners. All are powerful, pricey, and extremely thirsty at the pump.

Our Best Buy is the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class. Our Recommended picks are the Audi Q7 and Cadillac Escalade.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Audi Q7, Land Rover Range Rover, and the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class.