In April 2017, at the International Auto Show, the American Lincoln concern presented the concept car of the Navigator model. Soon there was information that the start of deliveries to dealers of the updated Lincoln Navigator will begin in the fall. The car is a presentable SUV, equipped with many electronic systems. Let's see how the fourth generation of the famous jeep turned out.
History of the lineup
The lineup of the first generation Navigator was produced from 1998 to 2002. Since the start of sales, the American company has sold approximately 44,000 vehicles. At the same time, the company overtook the famous Cadillac Escalade by the number of customers.
The second generation was produced from 2003 to 2006. Ford U was taken as the basis of production, while the appearance of not only the body, but also the interior of the cabin changed. The engine used was a V8 aggregate with a volume of 5.4 liters, which was installed on its predecessor. Since 2005, the engine was improved, it developed a capacity of 300 horsepower.
Since mid-2006, Americans began to produce the third generation of the Navigator, which was based on the Ford Expedition platform. An independent suspension and a five-link rear axle were installed on the car. The developers again changed the appearance of the jeep, using the engine of the second Lincoln. The transmission has undergone a global change, the Americans created and began to apply a single-stage razdatka, in contrast to the previously used two-stage, as on the Fords.
Over time, Lincoln Navigator sales have declined significantly. In 2013, the company was unable to sell even 10,000 cars. The following year, with the help of restyling, the concern managed to increase the number of its customers due to the changed appearance and refinement of the cabin. "Navigator" equipped with a 3.5 liter V6 engine with a double turbine, with a capacity of 385 horsepower. Changes were not spared and electronic stuffing, there were various auxiliary control systems.
Last fall, the updated Lincoln Navigator went on sale, which, according to the manufacturer, will make great competition to classmates.
American appearance
The new overseas car has become more chic and refined, with an aluminum body, which reduced the weight of the jeep by 90 kilograms. The body is almost exactly identical to the concept shown last year, with the exception of the doors. The manufacturer refused the door - “gull wings”, as in the Lincoln Navigator photo, using the traditional way of opening the doors.
The illuminated company logo is located in the center of a huge chrome radiator grille. Adaptive headlights using LED lights look very impressive and aesthetically pleasing. The proportions of the car are fully consistent with the classic full-size SUV: straight lines and large feed with huge marker lights. From the side, your eyes will be fixed on 22 inch original alloy wheels.
The developers have installed elegant retractable footrests, which I leave when opening the doors, allowing you to easily get into the cabin. The landing area is highlighted with the Lincoln Navigator logo. The car meets its owner with a spectacular light performance of running lights and fog lights.
Interior of a comfortable jeep
The salon is equipped with three rows of seats with a landing formula of 2 + 2 + 3. The front seats of Perfect Position Seats have 30 modes of electrical adjustment in 15 different directions. An additional highlight was the massager built into the chair, heating and ventilation.
The second row has two seats for increased comfort. For passengers, the multimedia installation control unit, cup holders, comfortable armrests are available, as well as the presence of a zoned climate system. The 10-inch screens integrated in the front head restraints will brighten up the ride of those sitting in the back row.
The extreme three seats in the Lincoln Navigator are designed not only for children, but also allow adults to sit comfortably. To recharge various devices, passengers are provided with 6 USB outputs and 4 sockets for 12 volts.
Consider the driver's seat in more detail. To help him, a 12-inch digital screen, a multimedia installation of Ford SYNC, a phone, a navigator, a place for wireless charging of the phone are installed on the dashboard.
One of the features of the car is a large panoramic roof and adaptive cruise control with autopilot. The all-round visibility system and various other electronic systems help you travel safely.
When decorating the interior, the manufacturer used the highest quality materials: leather, wood and metal. Excellent sound insulation will provide comfort when driving at high speeds.
Take a look under the hood of an SUV
Now let's talk about the technical characteristics of Lincoln Navigator. As a power plant, the Americans used the engine from the previous version. The 3.5-liter EcoBoost unit with an independent injection system and a twin turbocharger develops 456 horsepower. Together with the V6, a ten-speed automatic transmission functions.
Electronic equipment
According to reviews, Lincoln Navigator equipped with various electronic systems that contribute to a comfortable and safe movement. As mentioned earlier, the car uses modern optics with an adaptation function that changes the light intensity depending on the speed of the car. When driving slowly, the beam becomes wider, it illuminates a large area in front of the jeep, if you drive fast, the beam is smaller and the oncoming stream will not be blinded.
Lincoln Navigator's performance has been enhanced by the use of stop-and-go cruise control, which helps with trailers.
Sales start
Sales of the new generation of "Navigator" in the United States of America started last fall, and the cost of the car was about 74,000 dollars. In Russia, the SUV will begin to be sold in the spring of this year, and its price will be about 4,500,000 rubles for the basic configuration with a 3.5-liter engine with a capacity of 450 horses.
In the maximum performance, Black Label will have to pay about 5.6 million rubles. In this form, you will receive a jeep filled with luxury and extremely expensive trim materials. At the same time, the same American Escalade in the top-end Platinum configuration costs $ 95,000.
In conclusion, we can say that the owners of this car will feel like kings on the road. Lincoln Navigator, according to reviews, looks very colorful on the road and will not leave anyone indifferent.