ExplorerDude Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 2019 Lincoln Nautilus Having a hard time posting the link from YouTube but it's official. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Autoblog gallery: https://www.autoblog.com/photos/2019-lincoln-nautilus/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthony Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 (edited) As I said in the other thread, I LOVE the name... and the existing vehicles really take well to the new grille. Makes you wonder why they didn't rename the MKC? Seems kinda odd man out. Death to MK! Love live names! Edited November 28, 2017 by Anthony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExplorerDude Posted November 28, 2017 Author Share Posted November 28, 2017 Yeah, it does make you wonder about not renaming the MKC at the same time since they are both MY2019's. I'm guessing the facelifted MKC will only be a 2 model year shelf life while the Nautilus will last 3-4 model years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jqa1824 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Thank goodness the MK naming scheme is gone for good. It was a blow to the brand when it was introduced in 2007. Nautilus is a unique, interesting, and classy-sounding name and fits well with Navigator and Aviator. Will the MKCs replacemt become the Mariner? It fits. While I would love for the MKZ replacement to be called Zephyr, I would also support a RWD, next gen Mustang based MKZ replacement being named Mark IX...especially if it had a coupe/convertible variant. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trailhiker Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Autoblog link is now down....They must have released before they were supposed to Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoonerLS Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Lincoln's Web site still shows it as the MKX, so I'm thinking somebody jumped the gun. Then again, the MKC on the Lincoln home page shows the new schnoz, but the one on the "vehicles" page shows the old one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullynd Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Autoblog link is now down....They must have released before they were supposed to If you Google Lincoln Nautilus you can find pics and videos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 As I said in the other thread, I LOVE the name... and the existing vehicles really take well to the new grille. Makes you wonder why they didn't rename the MKC? Seems kinda odd man out. Death to MK! Love live names! I'm guessing like someone else already said, MKC's will be a short changeover, so they figured it wasn't worth the expense of changing names when it's due to change shortly, whereas MKX will last at least 3 years before a redesign. Lincoln's Web site still shows it as the MKX, so I'm thinking somebody jumped the gun. Then again, the MKC on the Lincoln home page shows the new schnoz, but the one on the "vehicles" page shows the old one... They still have to sell the 2018 MKC for a year, so the one on the vehicles page will remain the current one until then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Why did Lincoln put up 11.28.17 on that teaser video when it has yet to be shown? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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akirby Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 All that just for a new grille and name? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 A few interesting observations: -the pictured model has the 2.7T still - even if it became the mid-range engine, you'd think they'd want to highlight the 3.0T if it had become available. -the interior didn't change much - I didn't expect it to. The biggest changes are the Lincoln signal stalks, new steering wheel, and digital gauge cluster. -the 30-way seats didn't make an appearance - I wonder if they just wouldn't fit? -the rear lightbar/running light now only has the lower horizontal portion lit up at night (like Navigator). I wonder if this means that the upper red part will now be the brake light, and the clear part an amber turn signal (like it should've been all along)? I'm hoping so. -I like the new wheels. -Overall, it seems more worth of a name change than the barely-changed MKC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 All that just for a new grille and name? I agree they overhyped it. The "lasting impression" part I guess is because it signified the change back to names. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzymoomoo Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Can we stop for a second to appreciate the flag badges on the fenders/doors? I think it's a really nice touch to what they've put it on so far. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bzcat Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 (edited) A few interesting observations: -the pictured model has the 2.7T still - even if it became the mid-range engine, you'd think they'd want to highlight the 3.0T if it had become available. -the interior didn't change much - I didn't expect it to. The biggest changes are the Lincoln signal stalks, new steering wheel, and digital gauge cluster. -the 30-way seats didn't make an appearance - I wonder if they just wouldn't fit? -the rear lightbar/running light now only has the lower horizontal portion lit up at night (like Navigator). I wonder if this means that the upper red part will now be the brake light, and the clear part an amber turn signal (like it should've been all along)? I'm hoping so. -I like the new wheels. -Overall, it seems more worth of a name change than the barely-changed MKC. My guess is drivetrain update will come one year after exterior refresh. The 9 speed auto implementation seems to have fallen way behind schedule. So they probably decided to save the money and just carryover the 2.7T + 6F35 combo. Edited November 28, 2017 by bzcat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
92merc Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 If you look at the front cubby, it shows a battery symbol. Does that mean they have wireless charging in the front cubby?? Looks like it to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fordmantpw Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 If you look at the front cubby, it shows a battery symbol. Does that mean they have wireless charging in the front cubby?? Looks like it to me. Looks that way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tbone Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I think the refresh looks good. The new front has a much better presence than the old one, and looks more upscale. It works well with the body. Regarding the 2.7T + 6F35 combo carryover, Ford has historically upgraded powertrains on their trucks following a refresh of an exterior. Perhaps Lincoln will follow this pattern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmc523 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 (edited) I'm not saying this in a bad way, but it has a first-gen Q7 vibe to the front end: My guess is drivetrain update will come one year after exterior refresh. The 9 speed auto implementation seems to have fallen way behind schedule. So they probably decided to save the money and just carryover the 2.7T + 6F35 combo. That's a good thought too. Didn't think about that. If you look at the front cubby, it shows a battery symbol. Does that mean they have wireless charging in the front cubby?? Looks like it to me. Yup. Edited November 28, 2017 by rmc523 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brucelinc Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 My guess is drivetrain update will come one year after exterior refresh. The 9 speed auto implementation seems to have fallen way behind schedule. So they probably decided to save the money and just carryover the 2.7T + 6F35 combo. Doesn't the 2.7TT use the 6F55? Hopefully the new transmission comes next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddysystem Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 I can't wait to see a new family photo of the Lincoln lineup (w/out MXT). Front shot all in a semi circle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jasonj80 Posted November 28, 2017 Share Posted November 28, 2017 Doesn't the 2.7TT use the 6F55? Hopefully the new transmission comes next year. Yes, the 2.7 would turn the 6F35 into metal shavings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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