2008 Lincoln Navigator - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 4 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2008 lincoln navigator Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...For 2008, the rear-wheel-drive Navigator has an EPA fuel economy estimate of 12 mpg city/17 mpg highway; this is about average for a large luxury SUV. Properly equipped, the rear-drive Navigator can pull 8,950 pounds. Safety: Lincoln offers a comprehensive list of standard safety features for its flagship SUV including stability control with a rollover sensor, traction control, seat-mounted side airbags for front occupants and three-row side curtain airbags. In National Highway Traffic Safety Administration crash tests, the 2008 Lincoln Navigator received five out of five stars for its... |
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2008 Lincoln Navigator OverviewSource: CarGurus...ABS brakes, traction and stability control, dual front-side airbags, and side curtain bags for all three rows are standard. Both second and third rows fold flat, and with all seats up, the cargo area holds 18 cubic feet. Reclining standard second-row captain's chairs can be replaced with a bench, upping the seven-passenger capacity to eight.Full power features, a 6-CD player, 10-way power front seats, leather upholstery and trim, front and rear climate control, and satellite radio are just a few of the standard luxuries. Options include a DVD player, navigation system, a sunroof, and power... |
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2008 Lincoln Navigator Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...When driving a large vehicle it's often hard to tell how wheel input will translate to the road, but not in the Navigator. Unfortunately, the brakes didn't offer the same great feedback and were unreliable in bad weather; I made sure to give myself extra room in highway and city driving. Even the best of brakes would have a tough time slowing down so much weight, and Lincoln should consider upgrading these stoppers, even though they're already of the four-wheel-disc antilock variety. The ride was pleasant on most surfaces, but nothing spectacular; wind noise was also pronounced, as you would... |
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2008 Lincoln Navigator Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Leather and wood accents are found throughout the cabin. If the monochrome exterior package is chosen, unique black carpet, ebony wood trim and seats with leather inserts are included. Satellite radio and a 14-speaker audio system are standard for 2008. Under the Hood The Navigator can have either rear- or four-wheel drive and is powered by a 300-horsepower, 5.4-liter V-8 engine that produces 365 pounds-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic is the sole transmission, and the Navigator can tow up to 8,950 pounds when properly equipped. Safety Antilock brakes, an electronic stability system with... |
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2012 Lincoln Navigator Recalled For Faulty Head Restraints
Ford has issued a recall on its 2012 Lincoln Navigator SUV as well as the vehicle’s Blue Oval twin, the Expedition. The reason is due to the vehicles’ head... February 10, 2012 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
2012 Lincoln Navigator To Get EcoBoost V-6: Report
Lincoln is in the process of recreating itself, with the aim to turn its current reputation for simply selling tarted up Fords to one of grand American luxury. Part of its... August 31, 2011 by Viknesh Vijayenthiran
Whitney Houston Depends On A Navigator. Profound.
Whitney Houston, you have a problem. The problem is this: most of us stopped caring about you during the second Clinton administration. We watched from a distance as you went... March 9, 2010 by Richard Read
Lincoln downsizing models, possible compact car and small crossover in the works
Lincoln will reportedly be taking a new approach to what sort of vehicles it produces, with plans to downsize vehicles in the wake of flailing sales of the Navigator SUV and... July 27, 2009 by Ralph Hanson 13
Lincoln updates Navigator SUV for 2009
Ford’s venerable luxo-barge, the Lincoln Navigator, has been updated for the 2009 model year, receiving a host of new features as well as a slightly more fuel efficient... September 24, 2008 by James Martinez 2
Why should I also consider these?
The most immediate competitor to the 2008 Lincoln Navigator is the Cadillac Escalade.
The Caddy has stepped out ahead of the Lincoln in several key areas, including engine power and interior appointments.
However, the Navigator wins with slightly better handling, a more useful third-row rear seat, and a more affordable price.
