2018 Lincoln MKX Premiere

The MKX is Lincoln's mid-size two-row SUV, the one that goes up against the Lexus RX and the Cadillac XT5. It's a genuinely comfortable cruiser, with a hushed cabin and a ride that soaks up rough pavement without fuss. The cabin is roomy for four adults, and the power-adjustable seats are some of the most supportive you'll find in this class. Cargo space is generous for a two-row, and the rear seats fold nearly flat to swallow bulky loads. The Premiere is the entry trim, so you get the standard features like the 10-way power seats and remote start without the leather upholstery or upgraded audio of the Select and Reserve. This Premiere has the 3.7L V6 making 303 horsepower and 278 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic and all-wheel drive that gives you confident traction in rain or snow. The trade-off for the Premiere's lower price is the manual liftgate and cloth seats, but the ride is still the same quiet, compliant cruiser as the pricier trims.