Looking for a safe new vehicle for 2017? With Lincoln, you’ve got options. That’s because both the Lincoln MKZ and Lincoln MKX have been named top safety picks by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) in their respective categories: Midsize Luxury Car Winner (MKX) and Midsize Luxury SUV Winner (MKX).
3Birds Template knows that more than any other factor, how well a vehicle protects its occupants in a crash is very important. That’s why we’re proud that both the MKZ and MKX did so well in IIHS’ crashworthiness tests.
According to IIHS, to qualify for the 2017 Top Safety Pick, a vehicle must earn good ratings in five crashworthiness tests – small overlap front, moderate overlap front, side, roof strength, and head restraints – as well as a basic rating for front crash prevention, among other guidelines.
Pick a winner
In addition to award-winning safety, the Lincoln MKX offers exceptional refinement and further emphasizes Lincoln’s position in the midsize luxury utility vehicle segment. It comes well-equipped with a long list of standard comfort and convenience features, such as heated eight-way power front seats, LED taillights, and 18-inch alloy wheels.
On top of its IIHS-backed safety rating, the MKX stakes its claim as the ultimate family vehicle thanks to available inflatable rear seat belts and an available rear-seat video entertainment system with dual displays.
The five-passenger 2017 Lincoln MKZ (pictured above) is another fine choice for shoppers looking for a smart and safe sedan. It too comes with a long list of standard convenience features, delivers the Lincoln brand’s signature smooth and comfortable ride, and sports a dynamic exterior design.
Enhance you driving experience
Making the MKX and MKZ excellent choices for safety-conscious buyers is the available suite of driver-assistive technologies available for both models.
Technology like Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection uses camera and radar technology to monitor and warn drivers of the vehicle’s proximity to other cars and pedestrians. It can even pre-charge the brakes if necessary.
A lane-keeping assist system is also available and uses a front-facing camera to detect lane markings. If the system detects the vehicle drifting out of its lane, it can notify the driver with a steering wheel vibration and even apply steering wheel torque to nudge it back on course.
Both vehicles are equipped with BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert. This system uses radar sensors to intelligently alert drivers with lights in the sideview mirror when another vehicle drifts into a blindspot. Likewise, when the vehicle is backing up, the system can detect an approaching vehicle from either side and notify the driver with an audiovisual warning.
For more information on these award-winning models, or to simply schedule a test drive, contact us online or visit 3Birds Template at 505 W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC 27516.
Image Credit: Lincoln Motor Company
