highbandwidth's Full Review: 2004 Lincoln Navigator
This truck is over loaded with gadgets. Some are wonderful and functional like the dvd navigation system, fold flat third row seats, and dvd entertainment system in the second row. The climate controlled front seats are great once you get used to cold air on your bottom! Other gadgets look nifty on paper, but I think are a liability in the long term. The power running boards are a good example of a solution that never had a need. The power liftgate might help the frail little old lady who couldn't lift the gate on her own, but do you want her driving a three ton truck? And how much trouble would it be to manually raise and lower the fold flat third row? Do I need a button to do it for me? Still, if you have a family and pets, the Navigator is the only answer. The flat folding third row made my decision. No longer must I have that cumbersome seat sitting in my garage or attic when I discover an immediate need for it.
And Luxury? Wow. Only the Lexus and Range Rover compete. The Escalade looks like a Chevy Silverado interior. The Lincoln's designers obviously paid attention to what their co-workers at Land Rover were doing with the BMW designed new Range Rover. The finish isn't quite up to RR standards, but it's a whole lot better than any of the american competitors. The reclining second row bucket seats can accommodate a six and a half foot adult in comfort while he watches dvd's and listens on the wireless headphones. The front seat passengers have the climate controlled and almost infinitely adjustable seats with separate audio source controls from the back seat. The three zone climate control keeps everyone cool or warm as they choose.
The Navigator is also uniquely capable in it's market segment. With 8500lb towing capacity only the 3/4 ton Suburban tows more. With the real transfer case and 4x4 low range, it can go places the Escalade can only dream about. Plus, being able to disengage the front drivetrain helps with fuel economy. Don't get me wrong, this is no Range Rover or Lexus LX470. You won't be doing any boulder climbing in a Navigator, but who goes rock crawling in a $60,000 truck? At the boat launch or on a moderate trail, the Navigator is more than capable.
The only real shortcoming with this massive rig is under the hood. While the 5.4L V8 has great torque at low rpm's (the torque is what gets you going), it's definitely no sports car. You'll never confuse it for a Porsche Cayenne Turbo! Still, the power is more than adequate and the Lincoln is at least as fast as most other behemoth SUV's.
Recommended:
Yes
Amount Paid (US$): 35000
Condition: Used Model Year: 2004 Model and Options: Ultimate Package
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