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2014 Lincoln Navigator Review

2014 Lincoln Navigator Review 

Notwithstanding its open inner part and agreeable ride, most test drivers say that the 2014 Lincoln Navigator is clobbered by adversaries that are more refined.

The Navigator accompanies a V8 motor that most auto essayists say conveys lazy increasing speed, particularly amid passing moves or while towing. The motor is combined with a six-pace programmed transmission that test drivers report is responsive and moves easily. The Navigator accomplishes up to an EPA-assessed 14/20 mpg city/roadway, which is tantamount to the mileage appraisals of most different Suvs in the class. Analysts note that the Navigator has an agreeable ride, however doesn't handle and additionally huge numbers of its more cutting edge adversaries, including that it can be dubious to move in tight spaces. Commentators specify that the brakes are bounty solid, yet note that substantial braking instigates a decent lot of crash.

Test drivers say that the 2014 Lincoln Navigator's inside is assembled with a decent lot of low-quality materials and has an antiquated outline. Still, most admire that the Navigator's expansive lodge makes for roomy seating in every one of the three lines and more load room than what numerous adversaries offer. Test drivers admire that the standard SYNC voice order framework permits the driver to control the stereo framework without taking his or her eyes off the street, however some whine that the touch screen for the standard route framework is little and hard to see in splendid daylight. Notwithstanding SYNC and route, standard gimmicks incorporate a 14-speaker THX stereo framework, HD Radio, satellite radio, a reinforcement cam, front and back stopping sensors and double zone programmed atmosphere control, while a back seat amusement framework is nonobligatory.

The 2014 Lincoln Navigator can seat up to eight, has standard back wheel drive and discretionary four-wheel drive. There are two body styles, including the standard Navigator and the long-wheelbase Navigator L. Both models accompany a 5.4-liter V8 motor and a six-pace programmed transmission. Instead of trim levels, gimmicks are included distinctive gear bunches. The Navigator hasn't gotten any significant redesigns subsequent to 2007, so therefore, this review utilizes appropriate research and surveys from 2007 to 2014.

Execution 

Most test drivers concur that the 2014 Lincoln Navigator has an agreeable ride, however fails to offer the taking care of capacity of some of its all the more as of late overhauled adversaries. Auto writers likewise note that the Navigator is less influential than most other extravagance substantial Suvs.

Speeding up and Power 

The Navigator is controlled by a 5.4-liter V8 motor that delivers 310 drive and 365 pound-feet of torque. Force is directed through a six-pace programmed transmission. Mileage is dependent upon an EPA-assessed 14/20 mpg city/parkway, which is practically identical to most class rivals' efficiency gauges.

Most test drivers concur that the Navigator is not capable. They note that it experiences difficulty conveying brief speeding up, particularly amid passing moves or when towing. The transmission gains acclaim for its smooth movement quality and general responsiveness.

Handling And Braking 


Back wheel drive is standard on the Navigator and four-wheel drive is nonobligatory. Analysts say that the Navigator's autonomous back suspension provides for it a smooth, agreeable ride that keeps street blemishes from being transmitted through the vehicle. A few pundits specify that the Navigator doesn't handle and in addition some of its opponents. In any case, others counter that body movements are decently controlled through turns for such a vast vehicle, and, to the point that its directing feels precise. Still, others say that a wide turning round makes the Navigator hard to explore through tight ranges. A couple of commentators include that the brakes have a lot of ceasing force, however hard braking causes a considerable lot of plunge.

Interior Design And Features 

Test drivers report that the 2014 Lincoln Navigator's inner part has a stale, antiquated look and note that material quality is a venture behind that of most class opponents. Analysts gripe that the switchgear feels shabby and note that an excess of surfaces need sufficient cushioning. Still, commentators admire that the Navigator's lodge is tranquil and like that it offers exceptionally liberal load and traveler space.


The Navigator has seating for seven individuals with standard center line container seats, however a discretionary seat situate in the center column expands seating ability to eight. Cowhide upholstery, warmed, cooled and power-movable front seats and warmed second-line seats are standard. Commentators say the front seats are agreeable and roomy. Some say that the controlling wheel is not telescopic, yet standard force movable pedals help the driver discover an agreeable position in the driver's seat. Commentators likewise specify that the standard reinforcement cam compensates for overall poor rearward perceivability. Auto columnists say that the Navigator's extensive inner part implies that travelers in the second and third line have a lot of space, however one comments that it can be dubious to move into the third column.

Standard peculiarities on the Navigator incorporate route, a 14-speaker THX stereo framework, HD Radio, satellite radio, a reinforcement cam, front and back stopping sensors, double zone programmed atmosphere control and Ford's SYNC voice summon framework with Bluetooth and a USB port for telephone and sound controls. A back seat stimulation framework is discretionary.

Some test drivers report that the Navigator's stereo and atmosphere controls are not difficult to utilize, however others experience issues perusing the gages. They like that the SYNC framework reacts to straightforward voice charges, which permits the driver to keep his or her eyes out and about. Faultfinders say that the touch screen for the route framework is little and hard to see in splendid daylight.

The Navigator has 18.1 cubic feet of payload space behind the third column, 54.4 cubic feet behind the second line and a most extreme limit of 103.3 cubic feet. The long-wheelbase Navigator L offers much more, with 42.6 cubic feet behind the third line, 86.3 with the third column collapsed and up to 128.2 cubic feet of payload space behind the front seats. Both models have great freight space for the class. Analysts are awed with the Navigator's payload space, and admire that the third column overlays effortlessly with the press of a catch. Test drivers likewise specify that the Navigator has great little thing stockpiling, with a huge reassure and entryway pockets.

MSRP: $56,165 - $61,230