[Script Info] Title: [Events] Format: Layer, Start, End, Style, Name, MarginL, MarginR, MarginV, Effect, Text Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Few sedans qualify for\Nland-yacht status these days Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,So, living large in size,\Ncomfort and image Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,means cruising in something Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,like this. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,I am Tom Voelk with Driven\Nfor the New York Times. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Lincoln's Navigator established\Nthe Luxo SUV segment for 2015. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The bow and stern get a new look, Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,changes that pro-athletes, rappers and Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,well-heeled suburbanites\Nwill easily fathom. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Navigator is not a car based crossover Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,it's a full on SUV built on the same\Narchitecture as Ford's F-150 pick-up Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,but not the new generation - Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,you know the one with the aluminum panels? - Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,It will be a couple of years until an all new flagship arrives Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,This refresh was needed to compete with the all new Escalade. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Last year's V8 is gone, replaced with this more powerful 3.5 liter eco-boost V6. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,It's turbo charged, there's 380 horse power and 460 pound-feet of torque. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,It tugs up to 9.000 pounds. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,There are 6 cogs in the gearbox Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,This one rolls with four-wheel drive. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Built like a freighter. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Navigator moves like a cutter off the line. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,There's a nice growling. You would\Nswear there's a V-8 under the hood. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,It feels every inch it's size Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,when trolling crowded urban streets and parking garages Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The ride quality is firm, not soft or mushy. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Driving dynamics are more crisp than you might imagine. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,This is a full sized truck based SUV after all. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,However, it has the optional adaptive suspension. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Bundled with the Reserve package Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,it's 7.150 bucks. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The big issue with Navigator: Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,No amount of money will buy adaptive cruse control, Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,lane departure warning, lane keep assist and automated parking. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,They simply aren't available. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Fuel economy? I saw about 21 miles / gallon on a 150 miles highway excursion Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,closer to 12 in the city. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The Reserve package adds more than that fancy suspension Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,the beefy instrument panel at the wheelhouse gets cut and sewn leather. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Seats and door panels are upgraded and if you're unfamiliar with Ziricote wood, Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,this is what it looks like. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,These are a crowd pleaser. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,That and the terrific THX sound system hit the high water mark Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,but the gage cluster looks phished from the Ford, Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,same with the user interface. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,At the very least there should be new graphics. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The cabin seats 8 when these captain's chairs are swapped for a bench. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The midrow is far from steerage, there should be no complaints. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Access to the way back can happen here Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,or Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,embark in a more civilized manner. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The 3rd row has belts for three. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Space is decent back here. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Foot, knee, leg and head room are not going to be a problem Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The cushions -- a little on the short side. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Lincoln crows best in class room back here. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,There are cup holders. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,I'll point out that the doors lack storage options. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Navigator is a big rig. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,You would expect a large cargo hold. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Uh, nope! Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Go with the L model that adds nearly 15 inches of length if you're going to stash large coolers behind the 3rd row. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,The load floor is quite high. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Of course, dropping the seat backs helps. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Navigator would have swallowed up to 18 packs Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,if I would have brought one more out. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Starting at just under 63 grand I highly suggest splurging for the Reserve package. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,That pushes this one close to 73. Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,Navigator set sail with attitude, Dialogue: 0,9:59:59.99,9:59:59.99,Default,,0000,0000,0000,,but with fewer features than its competitors it faces a headwind.