Powerful and Classy, 2008 Lincoln Navigator is the only true luxury sport utility vehicle available. First in the industry, the 2008 Navigator's power running boards quietly deploy a full four inches when the door is opened and retract when the door is closed. So entry and exit becomes effortless. Exclusive to its class, there’s also a power liftgate, which raises and lowers in about 10 seconds with the press of a button, located on the key fob and overhead console. Inside the car, these amenities continue ad infinitum. Satin Nickel interior graces a number of interior surfaces, while genuine American burl walnut wood inserts and the wood-trimmed steering wheel add elegance. A variety of online retailers are now providing wonderful 2008 Lincoln Navigator pictures accessories, such as running lights, window shades, and license plate treatments. Inspired by the timeless elegance of the 1961 Lincoln Continental, the new instrument panel illuminates not only the controls and switches inside the cabin, but the impeccable attention to design. The SUV even boasts an available power-folding third-row seat that conveniently folds flat to the floor, then returns to its original position. The 2008 Lincoln Navigator features so many of these wonderful touches, it’s amazing people would drive anything else. And with a host of 2008 Lincoln Navigator pictures accessories, the Navigator truly can be all things to all people.
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Lincoln Navigator Information

Both the Cadillac and the Lincoln undercut the next nearest competitor, the Lexus LX 470, in price, making them that much more attractive. Over time, Lincoln improved the original by bumping horsepower and torque to better handle the Navigator's significant weight. But despite regular improvements, sales began to falter as newer and better competitors from the USA, Europe and Japan arrived on the market.

Acura hit the ground running in 2001 with the MDX, a seven-passenger SUV that drove like a car and looked like a truck. Worse for the Navigator, it was less expensive, got better fuel economy and sated consumer desires for a roomy SUV with a luxury nameplate. Then, the Navigator's most direct competitor, the Cadillac Escalade, was completely redesigned for 2002, featuring a powerful 6.0-liter 345-horsepower V8, a sophisticated road-sensing suspension and chiseled styling that appealed to buyers looking for a rugged appearance. Fortunately, Lincoln wasn't resting on its laurels.

For 2008, the Navigator is completely redesigned, retaining key styling cues and adding appreciated features such as an independent rear suspension, power-retractable running boards, a power liftgate and power-folding third-row seating. Available DVD entertainment and a navigation system keep the vehicle abreast of the latest techno toys, and the new cabin is artfully rendered with a dual-cowl design reminiscent of Lincolns built in the 1960s.

Though the new Navigator's 300-horsepower, 5.4-liter V8 engine is carried over from before, it delivers smooth power and manages to motivate this Lincoln's prodigious curb weight with verve. With room for as many as eight passengers, plenty of creature comforts and a distinctive appearance, the new-for-2008 Navigator is sure to please buyers for whom nothing but the biggest and the best will do.

Three trim levels are available: Luxury, which is the base model, comes equipped with such luxury items like dual-zone climate control, an in-dash six-disc changer, roof rack and power-folding side mirrors. The Premium will get you the AdvanceTrac stability control system, heated and cooled seats. Still not satisfied? Opting for the Ultimate trim allows for the power liftgate, power-fold third-row seats and high-intensity discharge headlamps. Options for all levels include a navigation system, AdvanceTrac, a DVD rear-seat entertainment system, a tire-pressure monitor and heated and cooled seats. The power-deploying running boards are exclusive to the Ultimate model. Like the '02 model, the Navigator is powered by smoothly operating, 300-horsepower, dual-overhead cam, 5.4-liter V8 engine with 355 pound-feet of torque.

Fuel mileage, as expected, leaves something to be desired. It's mated to a four-speed automatic transmission, and the truck can tow up to 8,000 pounds. The Navigator is replete with the latest safety systems, such as side curtain airbags, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and BrakeAssist. AdvanceTrac stability control, combined with the ControlTrack four-wheel-drive system, allows the Navigator to progress even if only one wheel has traction. Vehicles without AdvanceTrac come with a limited-slip differential. Optional is a tire-pressure monitoring system.

Last year, the Navigator received five stars in front crash testing conducted by the NHTSA, and we'd expect similar scores for this year. The Navigator's interior space was always one of its selling points, whether you're carrying seven or eight passengers. Should you opt for the three-passenger second-row seat, you'll find that the middle section slides forward 11 inches, making it easier to interact with the little ones. The third-row seat offers best-in-class legroom.

A power-fold option allows for easy access to the cargo space, as does a power liftgate. Power-deploying sideboards, available on the Ultimate model, facilitates egress and ingress just in case the air suspension doesn't lower the truck enough. A DVD entertainment system keeps the troops mesmerized and quiet. The Navigator's interior has also been upgraded, with copious amounts of walnut burl wood, leather trim and classy metal accents. Handling is the biggest improvement for 2008, thanks to significant changes in the suspension and body structure.

The strengthened frame results in a 70-percent improvement in torsional rigidity and 67-percent better resistance to bending. This translates to improved responsiveness, a tighter assembly feel and a more solid ride quality. Unlike the previous Navigator, the new 2008 version features an independent rear suspension and air springs, both of which help to smooth out rough road and keep the massive wheels glued to the pavement. Steering is also dramatically improved for 2008. The new rack and pinion system that replaced the old recirculating-ball design actually produces road feel through the leather-and-wood rim. A highly desirable luxury SUV.

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