Best luxury Fabolous crossover contender 2017 Lincoln MK
This is the best premium-compact crossover for you if you hanker to “Buy American” in a segment dominated by import brands. Lincoln’s entry-level crossover is one of only two from a U.S.-based manufacturer that’s also assembled here. The other domestic entries in this class are from General Motors: the Cadillac XT5, built in Tennessee, and the Buick Envision, imported from China.
Model-year 2017 changes for the MKC are fairly modest. The previously optional power liftgate is now standard across the board. All models equipped with the standard engine receive a fuel-saving idle stop/start function. The infotainment system also gets an upgrade to Ford’s Sync 3 platform with support for Apple CarPlay and Google Android Auto.
Should you buy a 2017 model or wait for the ’18?
MKC bowed for the 2015 model year, so the 2018 seems ripe for a freshening. Should it get one, expect updated exterior and interior styling and probably a shuffling of features and options. Engines likely won’t change, but the current six-speed automatic transmission could be upgraded to a more efficient automatic with eight or even 10 gears.
The refined and handsome ‘17 MKC is still worth considering, though, especially if you wish to sample Lincoln’s shot at delivering a Lexus-level customer experience. The ‘17 lineup consists of Premiere, Select, and Reserve trim levels. Lincoln also offers the MKC through its “Black Label” sub-brand, tailoring trim and equipment within “Themes” it calls Center Stage, Indulgence, Modern Heritage, and Oasis.
Black Label vehicles have their own styling elements and a shopping experience company officials claims is superior to that of the competition. Interested buyers initiate contact online, where a single representative guides them throughout the entire purchasing process. The liaison goes to the customer with a “mobile showroom” to show material samples from the different Themes. The purchased vehicle can then be delivered via a “private fitting room” at a certified Black Label dealership or directly to the customer’s home or business if it’s within 30 miles of the dealer. Additional Black Label benefits include 4 years or 50,000 miles of no-cost scheduled maintenance with remote pick-up/drop-off and complimentary loaner car. Buyers are also given access to the Lincoln Culinary Collection, where they can receive priority reservations and personalized dinners at a number of high-end restaurants. The Black Label program started with 32 dealers in six states but will expand to 120 stores in 23 states by the end of calendar 2016.
Best luxury Fabolous crossover contender 2017 Lincoln MKC
Best luxury Fabolous crossover contender 2017 Lincoln MKC
MKC bowed for the 2015 model year, so the 2018 seems ripe for a freshening. Should it get one, expect updated exterior and interior styling and probably a shuffling of features and options. Engines likely won’t change, but the current six-speed automatic transmission could be upgraded to a more efficient automatic with eight or even 10 gears.
The refined and handsome ‘17 MKC is still worth considering, though, especially if you wish to sample Lincoln’s shot at delivering a Lexus-level customer experience. The ‘17 lineup consists of Premiere, Select, and Reserve trim levels. Lincoln also offers the MKC through its “Black Label” sub-brand, tailoring trim and equipment within “Themes” it calls Center Stage, Indulgence, Modern Heritage, and Oasis.
Black Label vehicles have their own styling elements and a shopping experience company officials claims is superior to that of the competition. Interested buyers initiate contact online, where a single representative guides them throughout the entire purchasing process. The liaison goes to the customer with a “mobile showroom” to show material samples from the different Themes. The purchased vehicle can then be delivered via a “private fitting room” at a certified Black Label dealership or directly to the customer’s home or business if it’s within 30 miles of the dealer. Additional Black Label benefits include 4 years or 50,000 miles of no-cost scheduled maintenance with remote pick-up/drop-off and complimentary loaner car. Buyers are also given access to the Lincoln Culinary Collection, where they can receive priority reservations and personalized dinners at a number of high-end restaurants. The Black Label program started with 32 dealers in six states but will expand to 120 stores in 23 states by the end of calendar 2016.
