2011 Lincoln MKX SUV

Lead-reaching innovation is the new brand MyLincoln Touch Driver Connect technology, which provides a smarter, safer, easier to connect drivers with embedded technologies and their digital lives. MyLincoln comes standard on the 2011 Lincoln MKX, which offers motorists a totally new experience behind the wheel.

"With its combination of style, performance and uncompromising luxury, the Lincoln MKX brought new customers into the showroom of Lincoln, in such a way that very few products have before," said Derrick Kuzak, group vice president, Global Product Development. "Customers tell us they care more about Lincoln style and technology, and the new Lincoln MKX meets these needs perfectly. The new touch technology MyLincoln will change the way customers interact with their vehicles, while its new design language gives the car a distinctive and elegant silhouette that we know customers will love. "
 
2011 Lincoln MKX SUV
A dramatic cooling of the Lincoln MKX 2011 extends to all areas of the vehicle: the new features and technologies not available elsewhere, a new look, new interior increased use of natural materials, new transmission with unsurpassed fuel consumption, better handling, and new tires and wheels combine to produce an unparalleled experience of luxury.

"The 2011 Lincoln MKX is not a commitment to luxury," says Elaine Bannon, chief engineer. "Each attribute - technology, ergonomics, choice of materials, energy, fuel economy, the driving experience - is an outstanding example. Furthermore, wrapped in a beautiful package."

MyLincoln only the beginning of the technology fills Lincoln MKX 2011.

The first experience MyLincoln touch, powered by a Lincoln ® Sync replaces the conventional machine buttons, knobs and indicators for a clear, crisp LCD screens, and five directional buttons like those found in mobile phones and MP3 players. Screens can be customized to display information about each driver, with a simple button, a voice command or touch screen.

The electronics panel end 2011 Lincoln MKX demonstrates the benefits of this technology in an attractive package nice touch. Amber LED display features enabled. When off, Lincoln signature white light on the screen.

In addition to the usual audio and climate control functions, including technology touch volume control and fan control, which is exclusive to Lincoln.

Customers can run a finger along the slider to adjust the volume. Slider has 10 separate contacts with the surface, three full sweeps to bring the system of maximum intensity. Customers can also tap the slider to get something with a corresponding increase or decrease in volume.

The fan control is operated in a similar way. Both the volume control and fan control, it works Lincoln distinctive white light as a Chaser.

As the song? You can feel it.

Also new on the 2011 Lincoln MKX is the first global use of iTunes ® Tagging in an available factory-installed HD Radio ™ receiver. On the available voice-activated navigation system via the SYNC, iTunes Tagging allows customers to "catch up" a song they hear on HD Radio for later purchase from iTunes. With a press of a "TAG" on the display of radio, the song information will be stored in the preset memory.

When the song is encoded, and customers of their SYNC system, iPod Dock, "tagged" the song data is transferred to the iPod. When the iPod is synced with iTunes playlists of songs entered will appear. Synchronize up to 100 tags can be maintained until the iPod is connected. When the iPod is connected, the tags are transferred to sync your iPod. Customers can then preview, buy and download tagged songs from the iTunes Store, if you wish.

One of the main benefits of HD Radio technology is that the sound quality of transmission is greatly improved, because the digital transmission - the CD sounds like FM and AM sounds like FM broadcasts today. Additionally, unlike analog broadcasts, digital broadcasts are not sensitive to things interference, fading, and others.

2011 Lincoln MKX is full of technology and class-exclusive standard.

Standard MyLincoln Remote Touch and leads to a list of features or techniques that are new to the Lincoln MKX 2011, including:

• Adaptive Cruise Control with Collision Warning and Brake Support, the driver can set the speed of the vehicle and maintain it without the accelerator, and warns the driver of a potential collision. It also helps to reduce the speed, and automatically pre-charges brakes and engage in electronic brake assist helps the driver to stop more quickly when the system detects a collision is imminent.

• Information System blind blind (BLIS ®) with traffic alert Cross is a function that can detect vehicles in blind spots in normal driving and traffic coming from the investment side for parking.

• MyKey ™ is designed to enable parents to encourage teens to drive safely and more energy efficient, and the use of seat belts increases. The standard function MyKey allows owners to identify the key that can limit the speed of the car and the volume.

® • Easy Fuel capless fuel tank system is a standard Ford exclusive feature that uses a gate valve integrated spring eliminates the need for a screw cap of the fuel tank.

2011 Lincoln MKX for eight classes exclusive features: Touch MyLincoln, Lincoln SYNC, Easy Fuel, SecuriCode ™ keyless entry, blind spot mirrors, MyKey, Cross Traffic Alert and AdvanceTrac ® with RSC (Roll Stability Control ™).

Fun to listen while the noise is set.

A series of improvements means that the 2011 Lincoln MKX will feel more connected to the driver and the road with a response acceleration, management participation, trust, handling and braking of the spirit.

The new 18-inch tires have increased their grip and are fitted with larger wheels than the outgoing product, will contribute to enabling more effective stopping and better handling. Twenty-inch wheels are available as well.

The springs, shock absorbers and stabilizer bars have also been adjusted to give an answer Lincoln MKX flat in the turns and hills, while offering luxurious comfort hiking buyers expect and demand.

Lincoln MKX The original benchmarks set in the tranquility of many global, and that tradition continues as Ford preliminary internal data show the 2011 MKX scores better voice recognition, wind noise and sound package that rivals Lexus and Audi.

Road noise and the two wind noise is significantly reduced in 2011 due to improvements MKX found throughout the interior and exterior, including the powertrain. Other developments include:

Audio compression, acoustic guitar and a glass pack more soundproofing can be found throughout the interior, which reduces high frequency noise more effectively than the material, which acts as a simple barrier. The result is greater articulation index, which measures how easy it is to listen and understand someone's vehicle. 2011 MKX is also an acoustic headliner, and the SYNC system microphone is positioned so that it is closer to the improved voice recognition. The windshield is thicker, and a beep laminated to reduce wind noise. Acoustic glass front doors is standard on the 2011 model. Finally, the expandable foam baffles in the oven with the rear fenders, and the D-pillar helps to seal the street noise.

Powertrain NVH improvements, three main actions that contribute to a quieter life 2011 Lincoln MKX from a powertrain NVH. One of them is the most robust engine cover. Intake and exhaust have also been completely retuned to a footnote to the network of DNA Lincoln powertrain. Finally, a converter "tight" torque reduces engine speed of launching and leading events, which reduces engine noise.
 
2011 Lincoln MKX SUV interior
Add to braking, a better braking technology.

The new four-disc brakes provide better braking power. Key system upgrades the brakes are steel pistons, bigger rear rotors, revised brake friction materials, a journal of the brake pedal return gain and audit reports, which allow more initial bite and more powerful, confident when Customers press the brake pedal.

The 2011 Lincoln MKX also offers several new features related to brake, Hill Start Assist, which reduces recoil to control trailer sway the hills, which provides greater stability when towing package equipped with trailer towing available hydraulic brake assist, which allows for greater braking force in emergency stops, and adaptive cruise control and disposition of collision warning with brake assist.

Best performance without sacrificing fuel economy.

2011 Lincoln MKX power 3.7-liter Duratec V-6, which uses advanced technology and skilled control strategies, such as the Twin Independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) to increase power and torque without sacrificing fuel consumption .

Customers will receive the 2011 Lincoln MKX luxury crossover best-in-class power and torque compared to its competitors, with an economy of fuel V-6 unsurpassed 25 mpg highway - all on regular fuel. Power was increased to 305 - an increase of 15 percent compared with the product sale - while torque is 280 lb.-ft., marking an improvement of 12 percent ..

3.7-liter Ti-VCT V-6 is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission SelectShift ™, which offers customers the option of a manual-shift fun to experience.

Shift mode selection, the transmission is driving the decline, giving it control over gear selection and the feeling of performance. Skip to higher gears, for example, are not commanded and downshifts are allowed Redline speed as low as possible as defined by the motor speed.

For example, when a lower gear is selected for a long demotion, the 2011 Lincoln MKX SelectShift way to keep the equipment until the driver manually change up or returns to the fully automatic configuration. To help ensure a safe journey, downshifting of transmission to the lowest acceptable rate, based on a calculated maximum speed. This means that if a vehicle traveling at high speeds, the driver can not downshift to first gear SelectShift mode.

Improvements to the engine hardware, and transmission control strategies share gains in power and fuel economy. Other strategies in addition to Ti-VCT aggressive deceleration fuel shut-off valve, the torque-based slow-motion control and battery management through the "Smart charging."

New exterior design flows perfectly rolled Lincoln MKX technologies.

The exterior design flow of 2011 Lincoln MKX offers the perfect complement to the technology and luxury crossover class exclusive features.

"The 2011 Lincoln MKX will be a real star in the Lincoln showroom," said Doyle Letson, chief designer. "The addition of the new split-wing grille, a signature key Lincoln's DNA, n is just the beginning. MKX The 2011 has the best proportions of any Lincoln we have.

"The wing line with the arch erected in the front wheel and rocker with brilliant detail detail is beautifully tapered length of the vehicle, make a considerable difference in the side," he said.

New for the 2011 model has been updated to the rear tail light treatment. The lamps are now two different pieces, which use an indirect system of LED, which hides the light source in the same intensity of light to shine through. The sensors to turn Blind Spot Information System is an integrated reflector, while the star appliqué Lincoln sits proudly again. 4-inch oval tailpipes, significantly higher than the 2011 Lincoln MKX, also add a unique hotel luxury in a crossover.

The new 18-20-inch wheels are more dynamic and expressive. Instead of a familiar line or block the wheels include a variety of undulating forms and complex that helps the 2011 Lincoln MKX are always in motion. Forms of animation wheel again highlighted the improvement of craftsmanship and attention to detail found in the Lincoln MKX 2011.

All new interior full of functionality and craftsmanship.

The 2011 Lincoln MKX interior reflects a greater emphasis on defining the DNA of Lincoln: luxury, craftsmanship, authentic materials and sharper performance.

Details which highlights the low standards of quality and excellence are Lincoln brightwork on air vents, door seals, the real and softer armrests with improved materials. The cup holders, with available ambient light, is independent under the slide leather console cover, with decorative stitching. A steering column tilt / telescoping heated leather steering wheel are available.

The new leather-covered seats, comfort items and the standard tuxedo stripe to adopt a new style of the Lincoln DNA to sew. More real aluminum fixtures are standard, aluminum accents on the door Spears added to the dashboard.

Both wood accents available - Olive Ash and Walnut Swirl - on the steering wheel, dashboard and doors add character and shape, each choice has a more dynamic, natural and offers even more character to the interior . Whether customers choose aluminum or wood, the increased use of authentic materials in the 2011 Lincoln MKX interior ensures that each will be distinctive.

"Everything on the Lincoln MKX 2011 is a lively and luxurious," said Bannon. "We touch system makes MyLincoln people, helping them to understand that the new Lincoln MKX offers a total driving experience not found anywhere else."

The 2011 Lincoln MKX will be built at the assembly plant in Oakville, Ontario, Canada.

Price $ 39 415