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The perfect small SUV
Pete, 11/22/2016
updated 11/24/2020
2008 Lincoln MKX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
28 of 28 people found this review helpful
I'm a coupe kind of guy. I like to be low to the ground and have a grip of where all my tires are. The idea of an SUV has never really intrigued me... that is until I test drove the MKX. It was small enough that I felt like I still had control of it and large enough to handle any extra storage we may need. I loved the black interior with natural-colored wood grain trim. It's the perfect combination in my opinion. On top of the black exterior. For an '08 the features are pretty outstanding. The white dash lights are very nice as opposed to the green or amber I've been so accustomed to. The ride is very comfortable and the cooled/heated seats make it even more comfortable. The interior lighting is bright, but it's not annoying to the driver. The only thing we had come up with it is the speed sensor went out 1500 miles after owning it. Fortunately, the dealer put a 3000-mile warranty on it, pretty surprising for an 8-year-old vehicle, and it was covered. Otherwise, it was about an $800 expense. Regardless, I love this SUV. I'm very glad we held out and went with Lincoln. Even though I'm a Toyota guy, I have always liked Ford, and I figured Lincoln was the way to go if I wanted all the features. UPDATE 5/23/19 Still loving this vehicle. The leather has held up very nicely. It still drives great. Other than the speed sensor issue in my initial review, it’s only been in the shop for oil, tires, and a tune-up. We did have to replace the brakes 6 months ago, but that’s it. We’ve put 40k miles on it since my initial review above. I only have one complaint... sometimes if the Bluetooth won't connect to my phone, I have to turn the car off and back on to get it connected. I wonder if this is a Lincoln and/or Ford thing because my 2011 Lincoln MKZ does the same thing. That’s it for a complaint. I’m really liking the drive of Lincoln and hope that it remains reliable because I could see us being a life long Lincoln family. UPDATE 11/24/20 Being a 12, nearly 13 year old vehicle at this point, we've actually received compliments on having a nice car. I do keep it clean and properly take care of its appearance. I'm still very happy with this vehicle.
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Keeps on keeping on!
Carol Anson, 08/25/2018
2008 Lincoln MKX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
44 of 45 people found this review helpful
After 10 years and 170,000+ miles, I am still pleased with this car. Very few repairs, very dependable and super comfortable!
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Top Notch SUV Fun to Drive
Best SUV On The Road, 05/30/2020
updated 09/05/2023
2008 Lincoln MKX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
I'm driving a 1 owner 2008 MKX that was just serviced at 225K It did have the airbag recall which was a problem, but it's not Lincoln's fault that somebody made a faulty airbag!! At 194K was the first time on a tow truck when a transmission problem came up, but at $801 later it was running like new, and at 223K it got another ride on a tow truck because the cooling fans quit working. The oil is changed every 5k with tire rotation too. I put 60k on the original Michelin's then I went with Cooper tires. It has heated and cooled seats that still work!! No water pump issues at 225K either!! This vehicle sees the Ford/Lincoln dealer every 5K and it has had all the service work done on it. Flush the radiator coolant can only help your water pump; remember this one has 225K with original water pump!! Also the transmission has been serviced by Ford at the recommended miles. The original brakes went to 135K Neighbors can't believe this vehicle has the miles on it and it still looks new!! Would I buy one again, yes I would!! The most important thing a driver can do is have his vehicle serviced at the dealership by certified mechanics because I think that's why this MKX has the miles it has now. But we do have a great service department at our local Ford Lincoln dealership Gas mileage is fair up to about 27-28 on the highway UPDATE: On June 14, 2021 this 2008 Lincoln MKX went it for the 5,000 mile oil change and after 95,000 miles got 4 new Cooper tires on it. This Lincoln MKX has 245,000 on it now!! Nothing has been done since the last review, except regular maintenance every 5,000 miles. The heated and cooled seats still work; the A/C still is freezing cold!! The headlamps are original; the motor has never been touched. No heater core problem or water pump failure yet at 245,000!! it still runs the best, have no complaints at all!! At 250,000 the transmission will be serviced. This MKX gets serviced at the local Ford Lincoln dealership and that alone is the biggest reason this MKX is still running strong!! At 253,642 had a code come up on the screen and the motor was missing and running rough and the tech at Rick Ball Ford/Lincoln found a cracked spark plug and burnt boot so both was replaced and it's running like new again!! Still has same coil packs and don't see no reason to change them. At 255,000 the oil was changed with tire rotation and at that time I replaced the original headlamps and went all LED in the headlights and fog lamps and I had the front of the headlamps polished and back to new by a professional and it made a huge difference in night driving!! Yet this Lincoln keeps running! As of now this 2008 Lincoln MKX has 263,000 miles on it and it still runs great!! It has been serviced every 5,000 miles with tire rotation and I keep up on all service that Ford/Lincon requires and I see people who complain that the water pump went out in their Lincoln MKX but the Lincoln MKX I drive has the original water pump; change the antifreeze and flush the radiator when it's required and so far no problems with the water pump!! Thanks to the great service department at Rick Ball Ford/Lincoln as they have a great staff to take care of your service on your Ford/Lincoln Update 01/08/23 This Lincoln MKX has 270,000 miles on it now and still no major problems!! This vehicle still has to original water pump too. Expect it to get to 300k with little or no problem.. SERVICE is the most important thing to do!! Update 8/30/23 The Lincoln has 280,000 miles on it as of 8/30/23 and it is still running great! Have no complaints on this vehicle. Still running strong and I don't see it slowing down. The motor has never been touched and still has the original coil packs but like I have said, service is the most important thing to do to a vehicle
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Good size; comfortable ride
shellygg, 08/01/2018
2008 Lincoln MKX 4dr SUV AWD (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
Liked that this is a crossover so you sit up a higher than a car but it is not a huge step up to get in. Comfortable ride that handles well in ice and snow. Not very good gas mileage, but I expected that. Heated driver's seat stopped functioning about 6 months after 4-year warranty ran out and would have been very expensive to repair. Voice recognition of synced phone was spotty across multiple phones that I had over the years and it sometimes lost my phone-book. Rusted parts on the underside happened more readily than past foreign cars that I owned.
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Top Notch
dontblink, 08/06/2014
2008 Lincoln MKX 4dr SUV (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
28 of 29 people found this review helpful
After several horrible experiences with European vehicles, I decided to buy domestic again. I dig the clean crisp styling, strong stance, & front grill reminiscent of Lincoln's past. The ride is firm yet comfortable, it handles well, & mileage is decent. The sound system is great. The clutter free instrumentation with retro gauges is pleasing. The cabin is roomy with plenty of cargo space. Quality leather seats are comfortable. Fit & finish is top notch inside & out. It could benefit from a rear view backup camera. The silver painted interior plastic looks like silver painted plastic. I really like the MKX, it is safe, stylish, reliable, & comfortable. It will likely be a favorite of ours.
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