Overview & Reviews

Astute consumers will note that the Lincoln Mark LT is actually the company's second attempt at building a luxury pickup truck. The similarly sized Blackwood predecessor had a few unique and interesting features, but was criticized for being both overpriced and impractical. Moreover, many felt the cabin did not live up to its luxurious nameplate. So Lincoln went back to the drawing board and the resulting Mark LT is more practical and stylish. Though obviously closely related to the crew-cab version of the Ford F-150 full-size pickup, Lincoln's version had a more contemporary and upscale interior and unique exterior styling cues.

As a competitor in the luxury truck segment, the Lincoln Mark LT pickup offered the benefits of an upscale look, a roomy cabin, a choice of a 5.5-foot bed or 6.5-foot bed, and smooth power and ride qualities. Full-size pickup truck shoppers just wanting something a bit different from a commonplace pickup probably drove away from a Lincoln dealership satisfied even though the Mark LT didn't offer anything really significant beyond what was available on the F-150. It was mostly cosmetic upgrades like a chrome Lincoln grille, special taillights and Lincoln badging.

The LT's final year was 2008. In its place, Ford introduced the F-150 Platinum, the highest trim level offered in the model lineup.

Most Recent Lincoln Mark LT

The Lincoln Mark LT was available only as a full-size crew-cab truck in two sizes: a standard-wheelbase model with 5.5-foot bed or a longer-wheelbase version with a 6.5-foot bed. Compared to its down-market Ford cousin, the Lincoln differed mainly in its styling. There was only one trim level available -- standard features included leather seating, wood trim, heated front seats, keyless entry and a premium MP3/CD audio system (with satellite radio added for '08). Options included rear-seat DVD entertainment, a navigation system, a rearview camera (added for '08), a power rear window and chromed 18-inch wheels, bed-rail caps and running boards.

Behind the Mark LT's signature Lincoln grille was a 5.4-liter V8 making 300 horsepower and 365 pound-feet of torque; the only transmission was a four-speed automatic. Depending on your traction requirements, two- and four-wheel-drive variants were available. The Mark LT's roomy cabin seated five and, although luxurious, it was not substantially different from its fully dressed Ford cousin. The leather seats were comfortable and had contrasting colored piping, while the gauges were chrome-trimmed and incorporated the Lincoln logo. To lend an upscale look to the cabin, Lincoln designers dressed up the dash with faux wood trim and leather; the trim on the dash, steering wheel and shifter was especially nice, as the exposed stitching added an extra element of refinement.

On the road, the Lincoln's V8 lacked the low-end grunt of the V8 engines in the Escalade EXT, Dodge Ram and Toyota Tundra, but almost made up for that with its smooth, quiet power delivery. Suspension tuning was on the soft side, resulting in a smooth and comfortable highway ride, but handling was not exactly nimble. Brake pedal feel was only so-so as well, though the Lincoln Mark LT stopped acceptably short for a vehicle that weighed nearly 3 tons loaded.

Past Lincoln Mark LT models

Lincoln introduced the Mark LT luxury pickup for the 2006 model year. A few changes came in 2007, as a navigation system, 20-inch chrome wheels and power-folding mirrors were added to the options list. The 6.5-foot cargo bed option was also new this year; all '06 Lincoln Mark LTs had a 5.5-foot bed.

User Reviews:

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  2006 Mark LT - 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
  By Barry McCahill - June 25 - 10:16 pm

  Love this truck. Fit and finish are outstanding. Nothing to take back to dealer for adjustments. Get lots of "thumbs up" from onlookers. Very comfortable ride Very satisfied and I would buy again.

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  Best truck Ive ever owned - 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
  By ghost-flame - April 17 - 3:46 pm

  True Lincoln. I have had many Fords and Chevy trucks. This is my 1st Lincoln. An accidental purchase. I was in the market for an F-150 Lariat. By the time I added the options I wanted this truck was $3,000 cheaper and it was on the dealers floor. I have about 33,000 miles on it now and it is still like brand new. Comfort is as good as my bros 75k Mercedes. The fit and finish- cut above the F-150. I have had no problems. My only beef, but a big vehicle, is the gas mileage. I get 12mpg ave. What can I expect? With gas at $4.20 a gallon its no fun. Perfoms great, love on long trips. Step on the gas and let the horses loose! I would buy again. I will keep this truck till it dies!

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  Merk LT - 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
  By ken - April 4 - 11:00 am

  This is a great truck even though its only a glorified F-150. I like the unique interior and exterior trim upgrades. I have found numerous small factory defects in trim that I find totally disappointing. There are not the options that are available in the Navigator which is also disappointing. If thery were targeting an F-150 buyer to move up the both hit and missed the mark. Put the options in it that the Navigator has.

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  Just got rid of this piece of junk - 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
  By BadLT - December 18 - 12:03 am

  Bought the truck with 36K miles on it from the dealer. Ran great for a month and then went to hell. 1 year and a settlement from ford later...yes I said settlement on a used truck, the tranny is shot, rear end is shot tie- rods are shot, it leaks water and the roof rattles. Dealer told me 7K to fix everything...by the way the truck only has 54K miles!. Great looking truck..and easy to look at cause it was never running.

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  Not like just another truck. If you want to turn heads this is for you. - 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
  By swanana - October 22 - 7:20 pm

  Yes, all and all its a glorified F-150, but the menacing grill cant be stopped. Strangers are always giving me compliments on this truck. It is has it all function, luxury, and a touch of American gaudiness depending on how much chrome you add.

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  Luxury Truck Fighter - 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
  By Billy Vung - October 14 - 12:33 pm

  This is my first Truck. I have tried others truck: GMC Sierra Denali, Tundra Limited, Titan LE, Dodge RAM Hemi, Chevy Silverado LT, Nothing come near my need (very smooth drive, very quite interior). This is the truck that is as beautiful as my wife. I spent most of my time riding this truck more than I spend with my wife. If youre looking a lexus from Ford, this is the one truck that you should not miss. Anyone who buy this truck should not care about towing or real off road vehicle. If you need real truck, buy Chevy, Dodge, Toyota, and Nissan. Anyone hate this truck and write bad review for this truck, he is on the wrong truck. This is the perfect truck for a business person.

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  Love it - 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
  By MajorGeek - October 6 - 2:50 pm

  Bought this towards year end with a great deal having owned an Aviator before. Needed a pickup that I could throw stuff in and haul with occasionally, but with luxury items. It drives great, is super comfortable and draws a lot of looks still. Plenty of horsepower and ride quality. I have treated this truck, on quite a few occasions, like a old work horse. I have hauled a couple yards of gravel with it, it did not break a sweat. Launched jet skis in a non launch area, off road, and of course, Syracuse, NY salted roads. The Mark LT has no surprises, its a sexy, over the top F150 for those who want a pickup truck with the luxury items found in many cars today. Just a great truck.

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  My Truck - 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
  By Sharon - September 3 - 6:56 am

  I like to drive this truck. I am a 5 4" woman drove 7,000 miles in nine days PA to CA and back to PA. My truck preformed great. Had some problems with the chrome wheels peeling, Lincoln replaced all four.

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  Gorgeous truck - 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
  By Gary Del Piano - July 8 - 3:53 pm

  The Lincoln Mark LT truck is an elegant version of an F-150 Lariat. It drives like a luxury SUV with absolutely no "trucky" feel, making you forget youre driving a pickup. The engine is smooth, strong, throaty. Transmission shifts seamlessly during cruising. Body fit and finish is impressive. The stereo pumps. The shortbed has generous cargo space and extends to 8-ft with the tailgate down. Theres lots of plastic on dashboard, but is tastefully done and durable. The Lincoln trim makes it more mature and sophisticated than an F-150. Negatives: the leather may be bit delicate, rear seat backrest too straight up, no overall difference than an F-150 Lariat, which sells for $6,000 cheaper.

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  My NEW MOM Mobile - 2006 Lincoln Mark LT
  By tracy - May 19 - 10:56 am

  I am absolutely thrilled with my "new to me" TRUCK. I wanted to get rid of my MOM mobile safari van. I wanted a "TOY that was functional" NO van and Not gray. Was leaning toward a HUMMER and decided it would not be functional for our family. We need to HAUL our toys in the back of a truck; 4-wheeler, kayak, motorcycle plus tow a trailer at times. I get alot of compliments on my truck and people think it is brand new it is a 2006. No buyers remorse here and so far it gets 17.3-18.2 MPG not to bad!! FUN to drive. LOVE IT!!! PS. My Husband and son had to modify the muffler to add "rumble" it was to quiet for them. I have to admit I enjoy the rumble also. Thanks Honey and my son!!