Lincoln's new Navigator launched

The new generation of Lincoln's large SUV, the Navigator, has been officially launched. The new vehicle adopts Lincoln's latest family design language, and the overall luxury has been enhanced again. The new generation of Navigator is available in 2 models.

New vehicle profile.

The new generation of Navigator made its world premiere at the New York Auto Show in April 2017, and this generation adopts Lincoln's latest family design language. Externally, the new car uses a large front grille, and the same shape of the Lincoln LOGO skeleton design also reflects the pursuit of the ultimate in detail for the new car. The headlights have a very square shape, and the internal two LED daytime running light design also gives it a more luxurious feel.

Side view, the new Navigator's proportions are very coordinated, the old model the rough lines become more thin and smooth, and the thick C-pillar is also well hidden in the suspended roof design. At the same time, the rise of the window line also makes the new car looks more down the center of gravity.

The new car's dimensions are 5355 mm, 2073 mm, and 1937 mm in length and width respectively, with a wheelbase of 3112 mm. compared to the aggressive front end, the rear of the new car appears to be conservative, and the running tail lights are still highly recognizable and stretch the horizontal visual effect, but other than that, few details can be remembered.

In the interior, the new car is a good interpretation of American luxury, using a large number of leather and solid wood materials to build, and the same 30-way electrically adjustable seats as the Lincoln Continental models also allow the user experience to rise to a new level. In the central part, the full LCD instrumentation and large central display screen are naturally not absent, and a large number of chrome-plated trim pieces also enhance the texture of the interior.

In terms of configuration, the new car is equipped with SYNC®3 system, which supports Apple Car Play and Android Auto functions. In addition, high-tech safety features, BLIS® Blind Spot Monitoring, LDW Lane Departure Warning and LKA Lane Keeping Assist, PCA Collision Avoidance Assist with forwarding Distance Warning and Collision Warning, Pedestrian Monitoring, and Active Emergency Braking, as well as ACC Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop&Go function will be standard across the lineup.

Power, the new Navigator powertrain will continue to use Ford's 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo V6 engine, with a maximum power of 415 hp (305kW) and peak torque of 570 NM. The transmission system is matched to the engine with the latest 10-speed automatic transmission. The new generation still adopts a non-load bearing body with a four-wheel drive system. The front suspension adopts double-wishbone independent suspension and the rear suspension is multi-link independent suspension. CCD's continuously adjustable damping system is standard across the range to provide a better driving experience.

Space experience.

Not long ago, we also for the new generation of Navigator space experience, from the experience of the situation, the height of 178cm experienced in the front rowhheadspaceis about 1 fist, while the rear row is 3 fist to 1 fist 2 fingers between, and to the third row, leg space for the maximum 1 first two fingers, the smallest for 3 fingers. Overall, the space performance of the new generation Navigator is very good.

Competitors.

At present, the new generation of Lincoln Navigator models in the domestic full-size SUV market, the main competitors are the Lexus LX series and Cadillac Escalade, models. These two models have not been on the market for too long in China, with the Lexus LX series having a sharp exterior design and excellent off-road capabilities, which are loved by consumers in this class. The Cadillac Escalade is very similar to the Navigator model positioning, the main focus of luxury and comfort, but its 1.488 million yuan price and late use of the cost (such as the 6.2L V8 engine bring high vehicle tax) to many people discouraged. Therefore, the new Navigator has a good development space in the full-size SUV market and is expected to become a new choice for high-end business people to travel.

Summary.

The new generation of Lincoln Navigator has been launched since 1998 with 4 generations of models, from the initial Ford U platform to the new generation F-150 platform, Lincoln Navigator has been pursuing to become a large SUV with a luxurious interior and rich configuration. The new 3.5T+10AT combination makes it more economical and smooth to drive, and the non-load-bearing body structure also ensures the rigidity of the vehicle. Overall, it is still a very good competitive product, and I look forward to its market performance after its launch.