What is it?
2003 Lincoln Navigator
What's special about it?
Although not radically different in appearance, this new Navigator is a fully redesigned vehicle, with only the roof and front doors carried over from the previous model. A taller hood (4 inches), larger wheels (18 inches) and new power retractable running boards are the most noticeable exterior enhancements.
The standard 5.4-liter 300-horsepower V8 is carried over from the previous model, but an all-new fully independent suspension should give the Navigator a leg up on the Cadillac Escalade and Lexus LX 470 in the handling department. Four-wheel-drive models will feature the fully automatic ControlTrac four-wheel-drive system, in addition to driver-selectable 4Hi and 4Lo settings. Air springs front and rear assure precise ride control as well as the ability to lower the vehicle when parked for easier entry and exit.
The interior features walnut wood trim on the dash, doors and steering wheel, with a center stack draped in low-luster satin nickel paint. White LED lighting is used throughout for dramatic nighttime illumination. The Navigator will continue to offer seven- or eight-passenger seating, with a new 20/60/20 configuration for second-row bench seats.
Room in the third row has increased dramatically thanks to the space-saving design of the independent rear suspension underneath. The 60/40 split bench seat not only folds completely flat into the floor, it also features optional power control that allows owners to raise and lower the seats with the push of a button. An optional power rear liftgate has also been added.
What should I care?
The Navigator was the original full-size luxury sport-ute, but the redesigned Escalade has stolen some of its thunder as of late. With barely altered exterior styling, this Navigator may have trouble overtaking the Escalade based on looks alone. But with its fully independent suspension and exquisite new interior, this Navigator has a good chance of reclaiming customers more interested in comfort and performance than outward appearances. —Ed Hellwig
2003 Lincoln Navigator
What's special about it?
Although not radically different in appearance, this new Navigator is a fully redesigned vehicle, with only the roof and front doors carried over from the previous model. A taller hood (4 inches), larger wheels (18 inches) and new power retractable running boards are the most noticeable exterior enhancements.
The standard 5.4-liter 300-horsepower V8 is carried over from the previous model, but an all-new fully independent suspension should give the Navigator a leg up on the Cadillac Escalade and Lexus LX 470 in the handling department. Four-wheel-drive models will feature the fully automatic ControlTrac four-wheel-drive system, in addition to driver-selectable 4Hi and 4Lo settings. Air springs front and rear assure precise ride control as well as the ability to lower the vehicle when parked for easier entry and exit.
The interior features walnut wood trim on the dash, doors and steering wheel, with a center stack draped in low-luster satin nickel paint. White LED lighting is used throughout for dramatic nighttime illumination. The Navigator will continue to offer seven- or eight-passenger seating, with a new 20/60/20 configuration for second-row bench seats.
Room in the third row has increased dramatically thanks to the space-saving design of the independent rear suspension underneath. The 60/40 split bench seat not only folds completely flat into the floor, it also features optional power control that allows owners to raise and lower the seats with the push of a button. An optional power rear liftgate has also been added.
What should I care?
The Navigator was the original full-size luxury sport-ute, but the redesigned Escalade has stolen some of its thunder as of late. With barely altered exterior styling, this Navigator may have trouble overtaking the Escalade based on looks alone. But with its fully independent suspension and exquisite new interior, this Navigator has a good chance of reclaiming customers more interested in comfort and performance than outward appearances. —Ed Hellwig
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