The 2010 Lincoln Town Car is truly representative of a traditional American luxury sedan. True, in recent years the Town Car has remained largely unchanged as formidable rivals have surpassed it in terms of performance and high-tech gadgetry.
But that really matters little to shoppers still much attracted to its classic attributes, including its comfortable and quiet drive, spacious interior, gigantic trunk, top crash test ratings and available extended-wheelbase model (for even more legroom).
And new for the 2010 model year is an optional Continental Edition package that adds 17 inch chrome wheels, chrome B-pillars and unique badging and interior stitching.
For those shopping this segment, solid competitors perhaps worth checking out include the Hyundai Genesis and the Toyota Avalon. Also, the Chrysler 300 offers V8 power, similar luxury and an extended-wheelbase model as well.
Trims, Standard Features And Options:
The 2010 Lincoln Town Car is classified as a full-size luxury sedan and is offered in two trims: Signature Limited and Signature L, corresponding to their respective wheelbases. Both models accommodate six passengers due to the front bench seat, a relative rarity in today's market.
Standard features on the regular-wheelbase Town Car Signature Limited include full power accessories, air conditioning, leather upholstery, 8-way power front driver and passenger seats, dual power remote heated mirrors, heated front seats, 17-inch alloy wheels, rear park assist, driver memory settings, keyless entry, power-adjustable pedals, 40/20/40-split front bench seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power-closing trunk, a leather- and wood-trimmed steering wheel with audio and climate controls, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a 9-speaker audio system with a 6-disc CD changer.
Not that the regular Town Car is space-challenged, the Signature L model adds 6 inches to the wheelbase for significantly more rear legroom. It also adds rear-seat climate and audio controls, a folding armrest with a storage bin, heated rear seats and rear-seat vanity mirrors.
Available optional features for either model include xenon headlights, chrome-clad wheels and whitewall tires. And the new Continental Edition package adds 17-inch chrome wheels, chrome B-pillars and unique badging and cabin stitching.
Engines, Powertrain And Gas Mileage:
Powering the rear-wheel-drive 2010 Lincoln Town Car is a flex-fuel 4.6-liter V8 engine that produces 239 horsepower and 287 lb-ft of torque. It's paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The EPA-estimated gas mileage for the 2010 Town Car stands at 16 mpg city and 24 mpg on the highway.
Safety:
Standard safety features include front-seat side airbags, driver and passenger side airbag head extensions, antilock brakes (ABS), traction control, a low tire pressure warning system and front seatbelt pretensioners.
The 2010 Town Car earned the highest scores possible in government crash tests, receiving perfect five out of five star ratings in all frontal and side-impact occupant protection categories.
Update: Weak Auto Market Leads To Lower Town Car Prices:
Lincoln's sales have been on the weak side historically for close to the past two years now, right along with the other car brands and evidence of a continuing slow economy.
However, dealers have recently made some progress in offsetting at least some of the market weakness through strong incentives and easier-to-get discounts. The bottom line? The current combination of a soft market along with intense dealer competition has created the perfect opportunity for nailing down some great deals.
Car dealers will "wheel and deal" bigtime right now if you know how to push their buttons.
How To Push The Right Dealer Buttons To Buy A New Town Car At The Best Price: Before listing MSRP and invoice prices for the 2010 Lincoln Town Car (see below article), here's the best way to get the lowest price, especially given the current slow car market.
Interior:
The Town Car's cabin offers generous passenger accommodations while its trunk has a cargo capacity of an extremely useful and gigantic 21 cubic feet. The Signature L's extended wheelbase adds still more rear legroom, challenged only by the Chrysler 300C's extended-wheelbase model and pricier luxury sedans. The seating is very comfortable both front and rear, however, the bench seating offers negligible lateral support.
The overall interior design is elegant, refined and classic for an American luxury sedan, reflecting the same T-shape it's had since the 1980's. Instrument displays, controls and gauges are easy to see and user-friendly, however, the Town Car lacks many of the high-tech features incorporated by some competitors in recent years.
Drive:
The 2010 Town Car's very genes are imbued with a smooth and quiet road demeanor, particularly pleasing when cruising down the highway. Given its luxury status, rough road spots and cracks are somewhat less friendly than expected, however. And handling athleticism really isn't something to look for due to the vehicle's size, weight and overall design emphasis. Essentially, the Town Car remains a comfortable and prestigious cruiser.
Prices:
2010 Lincoln Town Car:
Signature Limited, RWD: list price: $46,925, invoice price: $43,128
Signature L, RWD: list price: $52,595, invoice price: $48,231
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