Lincoln Navigator

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Lincoln Navigator
2005-2006 Lincoln Navigator
Manufacturer Lincoln
Parent company Ford Motor Company
Production 1998–present
Assembly Wayne, Michigan
Class Full-size luxury sport utility vehicle
Body style(s) 4-door SUV
Layout Front engine, rear-wheel drive / four-wheel drive
Related Ford Expedition

The Lincoln Navigator is a full-size luxury SUV produced by Ford Motor Company for its luxury division Lincoln. Introduced in 1998, the same year as the larger, redesigned 1998 Lexus LX). The Lincoln Navigator is the largest luxury-type SUV made by the Ford Motor Company and is Lincoln's first four-wheel drive vehicle. In April 2008 Consumer Reports identified the Lincoln Navigator Ultimate among the SUVs that got the lowest gas mileage, 13 miles per US gallon (18 L/100 km/16 mpg imp).

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[edit] First generation

First generation
2001-2002 Lincoln Navigator
Production 1998–2002
Platform Ford U platform
Engine(s) 5.4 L Triton SOHC V8
5.4 L InTech DOHC V8
Transmission(s) 4-speed automatic
Wheelbase 119.0 in (3023 mm)
Length 204.8 in (5202 mm)
Width 1998-99: 79.8 in (2027 mm)
2000-02: 79.9 in (2029 mm)
Height 2000-02 2WD: 75.2 in (1910 mm)
1998-99 2WD: 72.7 in (1847 mm)
2000-02 4WD: 76.7 in (1948 mm)
1998-99 4WD: 76.7 in (1948 mm)
Fuel capacity 30 US gallons (113.6 L/25.0 imp gal)

The 1998 Navigator was positioned as an American luxury SUV, competing at first with only the Cadillac Escalade. Essentially a upgraded Ford Expedition with a more powerful engine, more features, as well as a better trimmed interior including higher quality leather, fine wood, and extensive carpeting, its humble truck roots could be easily spotted, however. The Navigator had the same dashboard layout as the Expedition and F-150. Competitors from Cadillac and GMC with the Denali Series quickly followed. Much like the Cadillac Escalade, the Navigator found a spot with celebrities and the customized SUV scene.

Upgrades came just one year later with a more powerful DOHC InTech engine and electrically-adjustable pedals, an "industry first." This new engine produces 300 horsepower (220 kW) and 355 ft·lbf (481 N·m) torque. More luxury features appeared in 2000, including a satellite navigation system, cooled/heated front seats and reverse sensing system as well as side impact airbags. In 2001, the Navigator's Lincoln badge's background (with the company name) was changed from red to black. The Navigator was redesigned for 2003.

[edit] Engines

Years Engine Power Torque
1998–2006 5.4 L Triton
SOHC V8		 230 hp (172 kW) 325 lb·ft (441 N·m)
1999–2004 5.4 L InTech
DOHC V8		 300 hp (224 kW) 355 ft·lbf (481 N·m)

[edit] Second generation

Second generation
2003-2004 Lincoln Navigator
Production 2003–2006
Platform Ford U platform
Engine(s) 5.4 L InTech DOHC V8
5.4 L Triton SOHC V8
Transmission(s) 6-speed automatic
Wheelbase 118.8 in (3018 mm)
Length 2003-04: 206.0 in (5232 mm)
2005-06: 207.5 in (5270 mm)
Width 2003-04: 78.7 in (1999 mm)
2005-06: 80.2 in (2037 mm)
Height 77.8 in (1976 mm)
Fuel capacity 28 US gallons (106.0 L/23.3 imp gal)

The Navigator was redesigned in 2003. Compared to the previous generation, the interior of the redesigned Navigator has been redesigned so it would feel more comfortable to luxury car buyers. For instance, the Navigator no longer shared the dashboard layout of the Expedition and F-150. It had a higher-class dashboard consisting of faux satin nickel trim and real wood inserts. The optional navigation system was now integrated with the audio system controls to save space. Some ingenious features debuted with this redesign, including power-deployable running boards that deploy when a side door is opened, a power liftgate, and a power folding third row seat. Also included with the ultimate model was HID headlights.

Tire-pressure monitoring was made standard for 2004, with Roll Stability Control an option, and the mid-level Premium trim line was deleted. Along with a light facelift the powertrain was revised for 2005. The DOHC 5.4 L 4-valve V8 was replaced by the 2004 F150's new SOHC 5.4 L 3-valve V8 and the venerable 4R100 4-speed automatic transmission was replaced with a new ZF Friedrichshafen AG-sourced 6-speed automatic transmission. In 2005, the Navigator was facelifted. HID headlights went from being standard equipment to optional on the Ultimate model. The stability system was now standard on all models. An Elite package for the Ultimate trim includes a voice-activated touch screen DVD based Navigation system, THX audio system, rear-seat entertainment DVD player, and HID headlights for 2006, the last year of this generation.

[edit] Engines

Years Trim Engine Power Torque
2003–2004 Luxury
Premium
Ultimate		 5.4 L InTech
DOHC V8		 300 hp (224 kW) 355 ft·lbf (481 N·m)
2005–2006 Luxury
Ultimate		 5.4 L Triton
SOHC V8		 300 hp (224 kW) 365 ft·lbf (495 N·m)

[edit] Third Generation

2007 Lincoln Navigator L
2007 Lincoln Navigator L
Third Generation
Lincoln Navigator
Production 2007–present
Platform Ford T1 platform
Engine(s) 5.4 L Triton SOHC V8
Transmission(s) 6-speed automatic
Wheelbase SWB: 119.0 in (3023 mm)
L: 131.0 in (3327 mm)
Length SWB: 208.4 in (5293 mm)
L: 223.3 in (5672 mm)
Width SWB: 78.8 in (2002 mm)
L 2WD: 78.1 in (1984 mm)
L 4WD: 79.7 in (2024 mm)
Height 78.3 in (1989 mm)

In 2007, Lincoln updated the Navigator with a new front and rear fascia, interior, and additional options. The 2007 Navigator was unveiled at the Chicago Auto Show in February 2006. It is joined by a long wheelbase Navigator L comparable to the Cadillac Escalade ESV. The L model is 14.7 in (373 mm) longer than the standard Navigator.

The new Navigator sports a large chromed grille and "power dome" hood to emphasize its size and power. The 5.4 L 24-valve Triton engine remains unchanged, however, and is now surpassed in size by the 6.2 L unit in the competing Cadillac Escalade. An independent suspension debuted in the second generation Navigator. However, the 2007 model has a greatly improved design that will cause the new Navigator to ride even better than the vehicle it replaces. For 2007, the power liftgate motor switched from overhead arms to a side arm to improve headroom for 3rd row occupants.

For the first time, a power tilt steering column is offered as well as a THX II Certified Audio System with six-disc in-dash CD changer and 14 speakers including sub-woofer and 600 watts of peak power. four corner load-leveling air suspension goes from being standard equipment to rear only load-leveling air suspension as an option. Optional equipment consists of a navigation system.

Although Lincoln planned to adopt a three-letter name for 2007, the Navigator, Mark LT, and Town Car names will remain unchanged. Only the Zephyr was changed to MKZ.

[edit] Engines

Years Trim Engine Power Torque
2007– Luxury
Ultimate		 5.4 L Triton
SOHC V8		 300 p (224 kW) 365 ft·lbf (495 N·m)

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Rumors have gone around that the 2009 Navigator and possibly the Expedition will receive the 320 hp (239 kW) 5.4 L Triton V8 from the new 2009 F-150 truck. Also, the upcoming 6.2 L Boss V8 may be making its way into the Navigator upon arrival of the new engine. Edmunds and Motor Trend also have spied a Navigator with Ford's new 4.4 L diesel. Expect this motor to be making its way into the Navigator, F-150, and possibly the Super Duty and the Navigator's twin, the Expedition.

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