Lincoln Mark LT 2006–2008 car dimensions: 5685 mm long, 2005 mm wide and 1931 mm high. Braked towing is 4,037 kg.
The cabin seats five in leather-trimmed heated power front captain's chairs with driver memory and a 60/40 split rear bench. Electronic automatic temperature control is standard with steering-wheel controls. An Audiophile audio system with 6-disc CD and MP3 plays through. Cruise control sits on the leather-wrapped tilt wheel. Reverse sensing is optional, often with the tow package. A reverse camera and DVD navigation with screen arrive as options in later years of the run. No advanced crash avoidance systems appear in the equipment lists.
The styleside bed measures 5.5 feet standard with 55.5 cubic feet of volume, or optional 6.5 feet at 65.5 cubic feet. Bed light is standard. A bed extender is available.
Properly equipped max towing reaches 8900 lb on 4x2 short-bed models and 8600 lb on 4x4, with GCWR of 14500 lb. The Class IV trailer tow package adds a hitch receiver, 7-pin harness, limited-slip axle, heavy-duty battery, upgraded radiator and auxiliary transmission cooler, plus reverse sensing. it is required above 5000 lb. Payload runs from about 1460 lb on 4x4 to 1620 lb on 4x2 short bed, higher on some later configs.
Heavy-duty gas-pressurized shocks are standard. The setup suits light work and recreational towing with the luxury cabin intact. Skid plates are available on 4x4.
The cabin uses premium leather on heated front captain's chairs with manual lumbar, recline, and driver memory, plus genuine Ebony wood and warm steel accents. Electronic automatic temperature control includes steering-wheel controls. An Audiophile system offers a 6-disc CD changer, MP3, subwoofer, and speed-compensated volume. Overhead rail storage and dual illuminated visors add convenience in the spacious five-passenger layout.
5.4L V8 uses regular unleaded. 30-gal tank
EPA 13 city/18 hwy mpg (2WD)
Complimentary scheduled maintenance first year/12,000 miles
4-yr/50,000-mi bumper-to-bumper warranty. 6-yr/70,000-mi powertrain
NHTSA 5-star frontal, 4-star rollover
Standard dual-stage front airbags, ABS with EBD, LATCH, Personal Safety System
The 5.4-liter SOHC 3-valve V8 produces 300 hp and 365 lb-ft of torque through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular unleaded fuel from a 30-gallon tank. EPA estimates are 13 city and 18 highway mpg for 2WD models.
Scheduled maintenance is complimentary for the first year or 12,000 miles at authorized dealers. The bumper-to-bumper warranty runs 4 years/50,000 miles. Powertrain coverage is 6 years/70,000 miles with roadside assistance.
Safety equipment includes dual-stage front airbags, pretensioners, energy-management retractors, Belt-Minder, ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution, side-intrusion beams, LATCH anchors, and SecuriLock. NHTSA rates frontal impacts at 5 stars and rollover at 4 stars. Side airbags are not offered.
A fully boxed frame and coil-over-shock front suspension deliver a smooth ride. Towing reaches 8,900 lbs when properly equipped. The quiet cabin and available reverse sensing help daily use.
Length 5685 mm, Width 2005 mm, Height 1931 mm, Wheelbase 3518 mm (Mark LT 2006–2008)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2006 Lincoln Mark LT Owner's Guide, 2006 and 2008 Lincoln Mark LT brochures, 2008 brochure ground clearance 9.1 in.