The brand is a household name, and owning a Lincoln is like having another status symbol. Since entering the country in 2014, Lincoln has rapidly expanded its presence in the SUV field, covering the luxury SUV 80 market segment. In November, the all-new Lincoln Aviator, positioned as a mid-to-large SUV, was launched, completing Lincoln's product lineup from compact to full-size SUVs.
In the face of the Chinese market, Lincoln's ambitions continue. In the next two years, Lincoln plans to launch five new cars. As the focus of the brand's models, "American luxury that keeps pace with the times" has always been the deepest impression Lincoln has left on users. It has been continuously upgraded over the past century. For example, in 1952, Lincoln was the first in the industry to launch 4-way electrically adjustable seats. The progress is passed down from generation to generation of models.
Breakthrough design
If American SUVs in the past often had rugged design expressions, then the "hardness and softness" presented on the new Aviator are a unique combination. development and evolution. The reason why it is named "Aviator" is because it draws lessons from aircraft in many parts of the body design, creating soft light and shadow changes. The streamlined design is more beautiful for the new Aviator, which is more than 5 meters in length. The unique elegance of the car.
At the same time, the proportional design of short front overhang and long rear overhang not only brings a beautiful body posture, but also reflects Lincoln's transformation. Compared with the front face design that is similar to the Navigator, the rear of the car with a downward visual center of gravity is the most beautiful part of the new Aviator. It is paired with an integrated horizon-type taillight to reproduce the classic elements of Lincoln. At this time, each set of crystal-diamond adaptive headlights containing 30 LEDs highlights Lincoln's beauty that keeps pace with the times.
The design of the new Lincoln Aviator uses many modern elements. The all-black A, B, C, and D pillars appear for the first time on a Lincoln model, and the sporty floating roof visually lengthens the body.
However, the new Aviator has not forgotten its luxury positioning. Whether it is the star-shaped front grille of the gasoline version or the three-dimensional star grille of the hybrid version, they all interpret the Lincoln heritage. The American style is domineering, and the 19- and 20-inch aircraft propeller-style multi-spoke rims also complement each other. It is worth mentioning that the nameplate on the front fender of the Aviator is like the cross section of an aircraft wing, every detail showing the heritage of a luxury brand.
Luxury experience
Entering the car, the atmosphere of "American luxury" hits your face. The same family style and different design presentation are the greatest sincerity of the new Aviator to its distinguished car owners. . Based on simple lines, the dominant position of Santos rosewood or black coffee wood placed above the center console and in the air-conditioning control area is highlighted. At the same time, the deepsoft leather covering almost the entire cabin highlights the luxurious temperament of the new Aviator. Inside, I instantly understood the value of this car.
From 4-way electric adjustment to 30-way full-feel premium seats, with the development of Lincoln, the brand has always paid attention to the top user experience. Every passenger can enjoy this seat. Find the most suitable and comfortable sitting position. The standard ventilation/heating and steering wheel heating in the front row can bring a "friendly" temperature no matter what season.
Similarly, the new Aviator takes great care of the second row passengers. In addition to heating, ventilation, and 10-degree angle adjustment, the front and rear movement range of up to 150mm also creates a good space for the third row. Ride space.
The United States, which likes large-sized cars, is already very familiar with the construction of medium and large cars. In order to achieve more elegant body proportions, the new Aviator’s body height is reduced by 20 to 30mm compared to models of the same level, but reaches 3025mm. The wheelbase is definitely the first echelon in this class, creating good basic conditions for space utilization for the new Aviator, which has three rows and seven seats. At the same time, for space considerations, the batteries of the plug-in hybrid version are laid flat in the second row, and the space performance is the same as that of the gasoline version.
When all three rows of seats are used, the 302-liter trunk space still has good storage space, and it is not a problem to place two golf bags.
The sense of dignity that the new Aviator creates for car owners even extends to when storing luggage. The third row of seats can be folded down with one button of electric folding. At this time, the trunk volume reaches 986 liters, and the second and third row seats can be folded down. Finally, the volume can reach 2044 liters.
Extreme Technology
For Lincoln, it is far from enough to create a luxury SUV through luxurious atmosphere, configuration and space, in this era of rapid technological advancement, so the new flight The company has used a large number of technological features to create a model that is unique from its class.
Unlocking the car door with a digital password is a major feature of Lincoln models. On the new Aviator, the vehicle can also be started with a password. However, now the vehicle can also be unlocked directly through a mobile phone, and the Bluetooth connection technology used also avoids the need for Taking out the inconvenience of taking out your phone, like other apps, viewing and controlling vehicle functions on your phone opens up a new way of using the car. It is worth mentioning that up to 4 mobile phones can be bound, which also provides convenience for family use.
As you approach the new Aviator, the top model equipped with air suspension will slowly drop by 35mm, just like a soldier saluting the king. The strong sense of form is enough to make passersby look at you. Entering the car, the electric suction door quietly absorbs, while the external noise has been isolated by the standard laminated soundproof front windshield, front and rear side glass, and with AC active noise reduction technology, the quiet car always makes people enjoy it unconsciously. The desire for music.
The songs produced by the 14 speakers of the Revel Ultima 3D immersive speaker system are absolutely wonderful. The clari-fi technology can even repair the sound quality of MP3 compression format, and the optional 28 speakers (including 8 roofs) can bring the most extreme concert hall effect. In order not to break this beauty, percussion, violin and viola prompts created by the "Detroit Symphony Orchestra" are used in 25 functions. This kind of art-like "communication" is unique in its class.
In addition to auditory enjoyment, visual "communication" is also throughout the cockpit of the new pilot. The front row includes HUD head-up display, 12.3-inch full LCD instrument and 10.1-inch Sync 3 (supports carplay and carlife) The central control screen and the rear row provide a 5.8-inch capacitive screen for controlling seats, air conditioning, and a dual-screen rear entertainment audio and video system. This configuration is also the traditional style of American luxury cars.
Calm down driving
For American cars, there is also a tradition of large-displacement engines. The 3.0t twin-turbocharged V6 engine that comes standard on all new Aviator series can produce 335 horsepower and 535 Nm, which is class-leading, and the sound of the V6 engine is also more pleasant. However, for this level, smooth and powerful acceleration is more important, so the new Aviator is equipped with a new 10-speed selectshift automatic transmission with a wide gear ratio range of 7.4.
Consumers with higher demand for power can choose the plug-in hybrid version of the new Aviator, which adds an electric motor to the gasoline version, ultimately producing 441 horsepower and 813 Nm. , this performance parameter is close to the level of a supercar, and the fuel economy will be improved by 3 to 4. In fact, thanks to the standard four-wheel drive system and five driving modes: standard, energy-saving, sport, anti-skid and complex road conditions (the plug-in hybrid version adds pure electric and electric energy storage modes), the new Aviator's driving capabilities There are few opponents at the same level.
Of course, as a large seven-seat SUV, the new Lincoln Aviator has put a lot of effort into creating comfort. In terms of driving comfort, mid-to-high-end models are equipped with a CCD adaptive suspension system with predictive function.
The road surface information is read in real time through 12 sensors, and each wheel is adjusted independently at a frequency of 100 times/second. At the same time, the front camera can distinguish potholes with a height of 2 to 20cm within 15 meters in front. The shock absorbers are adjusted in advance to face uneven roads. All "actions" enable the new Aviator to still provide excellent driving stability and ride smoothness when quickly passing through complex roads.
In addition, in order to further enhance the driving quality, the new Lincoln Aviator is equipped with co-pilot360? plus "advanced intelligent driving assistance system". The entire series comes standard with 35 driving assistance and safety technologies, becoming Lincoln's current The most advanced and complete technology and safety system, firmly occupying the leading position in the industry.
Compared with their German counterparts, which are a bit monotonous and boring, American luxury styles can always express the human care beyond industrial products, especially high-end brands like Lincoln. The high-end displayed by the new Lincoln Aviator is exposed and unrestrained. The majestic exterior design retains many exquisite details; the magnificent interior reveals the cutting-edge of technology.
As a 7-seater model, the new Aviator's seat texture and space atmosphere are enough to make every passenger reveal their dignity; the high-power V6 engine is like a "magic carpet" CCD suspension, the combination of violence and gentleness reflects the thoughtfulness of the pilot. Today, there are only a handful of good cars in the mid-to-large luxury SUV market, and the new Lincoln Aviator has the strength to become a "dark horse" and is fully worthy of a place on consumers' purchase lists.