Lincoln Aviator?...Any good feedback

[Britishbloke]

My wife's lease is up soon on her 2002 Grand Cherokee Limited. We've been toying with a few alternatives (I opt for the FX35 or BMW X3)..she's interested in the Aviator. Anyone have one or driven one. Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Andrew.

[SDG35cOwner]

Not sure if you have purchased a car yet but i own a 2003 Aviator i love it. It is a really confortable drive smooth and the interior is very nice. there isnt much trunk room so if u want alot this is not a car to go with.

[deadmanincbh]

I hear that the Aviator and Navigator are dude for a major update.

[humanRESEARCH]

Hey British- here are some quick-glance pros and cons I got after some web searches...This is what happens when I can't sleep, the book I'm currently reading isn't appealing at the moment, and/or XBox is boring or frustrating me

Edmunds (http://www.edmunds.com/new/2004/linc...er..2.Lincoln*)
Pros: Class-leading power from the standard V8, Excellent handling dynamics for an SUV, Stylish and feature laden interior that doesn't sacrifice utility
Cons: Interior lacks the rock solid build quality of equivalently priced luxury SUVs, Engine noise intrusive at high rpm


Modern Offroader (http://www.modernracer.com/offroader...orhistory.html)
Pros : Powerful engine, Tons of interior room, Good handling for an SUV, Good value for money, compared to rivals, Handsome styling.
Cons : Interior fit and finish not the best, Brakes prone to fading, Excessive engine noise at high rpms, Fuel economy comparable to bigger SUVs, No low-range gearing for off-roading (**SnM Note: Ummm...Offroading a Lincoln Aviator?)


Yahoo! Autos (http://autos.yahoo.com/newcars/linco..._overview.html)
Pros: Passenger and cargo room
Cons: Fuel economy


Autoweb (http://www.autoweb.com/content/resea...tor-Luxury.htm)
Pros: ABS, Air Conditioning, Alarm, Automatic Transmission, Base List Price Below Average, CD Player, Child Safety Locks, Child Seat Tethers, Leather Seats, Power Windows/Locks, Side Air Bags, Side Impact Door Beams
Cons: No Standard CD Changer, No Standard Traction Control


Consumer Guide (http://www.cg-car-reviews.com/index....d/new/id/37151)
Pros: Passenger and cargo room
Cons: Fuel economy

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