2007 Lincoln Navigator Review (continued)
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Summary

The 2007 Navigator hits the most important marks for a full-size sport-utility vehicle. It's relatively smooth, quiet and huge both inside and out. While the styling is hard to peg, all models come equipped with lots of safety features and nearly all the luxury bells and whistles. Its base price is lower than most of its competitors, before dealer incentives, and it runs on regular gasoline where nearly all others require premium. Its tow rating is among the highest in the class. Some will find Navigator bland. Those who regularly transport lots of passengers and stuff, and those who tow heavy loads, should find it worthy.

NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent J.P. Vettraino filed this report from Detroit.

(Source: New Cars Test Drive)

Model Line Overview

Model Lineup:	Lincoln Navigator 4x2 ($45,755); Navigator 4x4 ($48,655); Navigator L 4x2 ($48,755); Navigator L 4x4 ($51,655);
Engines:	5.4-liter single overhead cam 24-valve V8
Transmissions:	six-speed automatic
Saftey Equipment (standard):	front airbags, front occupant side-impact airbags, full-cabin head-protection curtain airbags with rollover deployment, AdvanceTrac electronic stability control with Rollover Stability Control, antilock brakes (ABS), tire pressure monitor
Saftey Equipment (optional):	none
Basic Warranty:	four years/50,000 miles
Assembled In:	Wayne, Michigan

Specifications As Tested

Model Tested (MSRP):	Lincoln Navigator L 4x4 ($51,655)
Standard Equipment:	leather seating, Anigre wood trim, three-zone automatic climate control with rear auxiliary fan, 600-watt AM/FM audio with 14 speakers, six-CD changer and auxiliary input jack, 10-way power front seats with position memory, wood-and-leather steering wheel with power-tilt and climate/audio controls, power-adjustable pedals, power windows with one-touch operation, power locks with remote entry, auto-dimming rearview mirror, dual illuminated vanity mirrors, universal garage-door opener, reverse park sensing, power-deploying running boards, power-folding side mirrors, roof rack, high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, fog lamps, one-year complimentary maintenance
Options As Tested (MSRP):	Ultimate Package ($2,000) includes heated and cooled front seats, power-folding third seat, power liftgate and power moonroof; Elite Package ($5,575) includes, voice-activated navigation system, rear-seat DVD entertainment with eight-inch screen and Preferred Appearance package with contrasting seat piping and embroidered Lincoln logos; 20-inch chromed wheels ($1,495); heavy-duty trailer-tow package ($595); White Chocolate tri-coat paint ($495); chrome hood accent ($75); rubber floor mats ($55)
Destination Charge:	820
Gas Guzzler Tax:
Price As Tested (MSRP):	62765
Layout:	four-wheel drive
Horsepower (hp @ rpm):	300 @ 5000
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):	365 @ 3750
Transmission:	six-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:	13/18
Wheelbase:	131.0
Length/width/height:	223.3/78.8/78.1
Track, f/r:	66.9/67.0
Turning circle:	40.8
Seating capacity:	8
Head/hip/leg room, f:	39.5/60.2/41.2
Head/hip/leg room, m:	39.7/59.9/39.1
Head/hip/leg room, r:	38.0/51.8/37.7
Cargo volume:	128.2
Payload:
Towing capacity:	8475
Suspension, f:	independent double wishbone with coil springs over shocks and stabilizer bar
Suspension, r:	independent multi-link with coil springs over shocks and stabilizer bar
Ground clearance:	9.1
Curb weight:	6221
Tires:	P275/50R20 all-season
Brakes, f/r:	vented disc/vented disc with four-channel ABS
Fuel capacity:	28.0