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6 Seats
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20 MPG
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Key specs of the base trim
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Overview
The Good
- Interior space
- Ride comfort
- Five-star crash-test ratings
- Stability
- Driving ease
The Bad
- Brake performance
- Seat support
- Price
- Fuel economy
What to Know
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Power-adjustable pedals
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239-hp, 4.6-liter V-8
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Rear-wheel drive
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Body-on-frame construction
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Formal appearance
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Regular- or extended-length bodies
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2009 Lincoln Town Car Review
from the Cars.com expert editorial team
Vehicle Overview
Since 2003, Lincoln’s rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan has received minimal changes; 2009 continues that trend.
Lincoln has removed the Designer and Signature trims, leaving the Signature Limited and Signature L. The Signature L sedan is 6 inches longer than its mate in both overall and wheelbase length. Two additional series are available for limousine and livery use.
New for 2009
There are no significant changes on the Lincoln Town Car
Exterior
The Town Car’s formal appearance leads off with a chrome vertical-bar grille that’s flanked by quad-beam halogen headlights. A stand-up ornament is mounted at the front of the hood. High-intensity-discharge headlights are optional.
Standard models are 215.4 inches long on a 117.7-inch wheelbase; the extended-length L sedans are 221.4 inches long overall with a 123.7-inch wheelbase.
- Standard 17-inch wheels
- Optional two-tone paint
- Optional power glass moonroof
Interior
The Town Car seats up to six occupants and is equipped with a 40/20/40-split front bench seat. The seats are trimmed in premium leather. The extended-length Signature L has heated rear seats, a folding rear armrest, remote audio and climate controls, and rear-located seat-position controls for the outboard front passenger seat.
Interior features include:
- Standard programmable power-adjustable pedals
- Standard keyless entry
- Standard dual-zone automatic climate control
- Standard eight-way power seats for the driver and outboard front passenge...
Vehicle Overview
Since 2003, Lincoln’s rear-wheel-drive luxury sedan has received minimal changes; 2009 continues that trend.
Lincoln has removed the Designer and Signature trims, leaving the Signature Limited and Signature L. The Signature L sedan is 6 inches longer than its mate in both overall and wheelbase length. Two additional series are available for limousine and livery use.
New for 2009
There are no significant changes on the Lincoln Town Car
Exterior
The Town Car’s formal appearance leads off with a chrome vertical-bar grille that’s flanked by quad-beam halogen headlights. A stand-up ornament is mounted at the front of the hood. High-intensity-discharge headlights are optional.
Standard models are 215.4 inches long on a 117.7-inch wheelbase; the extended-length L sedans are 221.4 inches long overall with a 123.7-inch wheelbase.
- Standard 17-inch wheels
- Optional two-tone paint
- Optional power glass moonroof
Interior
The Town Car seats up to six occupants and is equipped with a 40/20/40-split front bench seat. The seats are trimmed in premium leather. The extended-length Signature L has heated rear seats, a folding rear armrest, remote audio and climate controls, and rear-located seat-position controls for the outboard front passenger seat.
Interior features include:
- Standard programmable power-adjustable pedals
- Standard keyless entry
- Standard dual-zone automatic climate control
- Standard eight-way power seats for the driver and outboard front passenger
- Standard power lumbar support
- Standard extended rear parking assist
- Standard heated front seats and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with wood inserts
Under the Hood
The Town Car’s 4.6-liter V-8 has 239 horsepower and 287 pounds-feet of torque.
- Four-speed automatic is the only transmission
- Standard traction control
Safety
Safety features include:
- Dual-stage front airbags
- Side-impact airbags
- Standard antilock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution
Consumer Reviews
What drivers are saying
Read reviews that mention:
An excellent car.
I recently purchased a loaded, light ice blue, 2009 Lincoln Town Car Signature Limited, with a navy blue, full, cloth coach roof, in mint condition. It is a shame Town Cars are no longer made, however... Read full review
Very reliable in excellent shape
This car meets all my needs. Excellent condition. I drive it to and from work really been taken care of. I hate to trade it I am just wanting something. More sporty. I will also take best offer.. Read full review
Safety
Recalls and crash tests