2018 lincoln navigator

[gtnator]

So basically its just like GM's Tahoe/Suburban, you only get a 2 speed transfer case on 4x4's when you also add the max tow package.

 

[Artie]

So basically its just like GM's Tahoe/Suburban, you only get a 2 speed transfer case on 4x4's when you also add the max tow package.

I don’t know anything about the GM products but you gotta pony up for the tow package on the expy/Navi for sure unless you get the Expy FX4, it comes w/ 4x4 and 2 speed transfer case along with different off road shocks and such.

 

[dlcorbett]

I think the drive modes are suppose to supplement the 4x4 system. The 2 spd tc will jus make it easier in very specific circumstances

 

[powerboatr]

actually, i imagine the only expys with the single speed transfer case will be the gov/fleet ordered vehicles.
base models with no frills.

 

[dlcorbett]

The navi has been tested and reviews have been mostly positive. Interior comfort, engine, drivability has been lauded, however some interior materials, transmission and ride quality has been somewhat mixed. I believe most of the mixed comments has to do with slight gear hunting and relaxed nature of the tranny(though they also note excite mode fixes this mostly) and the ride is smooth but somewhat trucky in it's nature. Now all we need to wait for are the expedition reviews.

 

[Artie]

The navi has been tested and reviews have been mostly positive. Interior comfort, engine, drivability has been lauded, however some interior materials, transmission and ride quality has been somewhat mixed. I believe most of the mixed comments has to do with slight gear hunting and relaxed nature of the tranny(though they also note excite mode fixes this mostly) and the ride is smooth but somewhat trucky in it's nature. Now all we need to wait for are the expedition reviews.

Thankfully today issues you mentioned with the transmission can be fixed by a software download while your car is parked in the garage. Something completely unheard of just a few years ago.

 

[NASCAR Mike]

Here is a link to an article about the new 2018 Lincoln Navigator Reserve

http://www.automobilemag.com/news/f...775D1C378E86219B31E6DC7785DA49255FDF594B41A4D

 

[gtnator]

Here's a link to a new article and video review. People like it, especially when compared to the Escalade. But I am now hearing for the third time something slightly negative about the ride....

https://www.autoblog.com/2017/10/30/2018-lincoln-navigator-first-drive-review/

 

[Artie]

Here's a link to a new article and video review. People like it, especially when compared to the Escalade. But I am now hearing for the third time something slightly negative about the ride....

https://www.autoblog.com/2017/10/30/2018-lincoln-navigator-first-drive-review/

I’ve noticed this as well and it has been attributed to the 22 inch wheels every time I’ve heard it. I don’t know how this will translate to the buyer unless you have enough time in each competing vehicle to notice. I’ve never driven a vehicle with anything near this size wheel so I don’t know what to expect. Honestly, though, I’m more annoyed by the fact that when changing the volume or fan speed it appears on the main display. I’m curious about the actual sync customization that’s available, I don’t believe the reviewers typically spend the time required these days to explore all the tech.

 

[Artie]

I saw these two reviews last night, overall pretty favorable and unbiased reviews I thought.