2009 Lincoln MKS

The MKS is Lincoln's full-size sedan for 2009, the brand's answer to the Chrysler 300 and Cadillac STS. It drives with a smooth, quiet confidence that suits long highway miles, though it's not the sharpest handler in its class. Inside, you get a roomy cabin with a big trunk, plus features like heated and cooled seats and a dual sunroof. The Sync system with satellite radio, USB hub, and auxiliary ports is standard, though the touch-screen controls can feel cumbersome. The MKS comes as a single trim for 2009, with the 3.7L V6 and front-wheel drive as standard, so you get the full-size luxury experience without any powertrain options to choose from. Its 3.7L V6 makes 270 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, delivering smooth, effortless acceleration that suits the car's highway-cruising character, though it returns 19 mpg combined. All-wheel drive was optional, and the standard suspension is tuned for comfort rather than cornering, so you'll feel road imperfections only as a distant thump.