A simple grouping of instruments faces the driver beyond a tilt-and-telescoping wood-and-leather steering wheel with redundant controls for sound and climate functions. With eight-way adjustable power seats, the MKX will comfortably accommodate any driver between the extremes of NBA forward or jockey, and the perforated leather seats are both heated and cooled, the latter good for a reduction in air conditioning use.
The primary nit noted involved the fuse box that impinges on left foot room and moves the parking brake pedal far from the door; some 20 percent of the time when we engaged the parking brake, we also disengaged the fuse box cover.
Back-seat riders should have few complaints because their seats offer the same dimensions as the front; the back seats recline and have seat heaters, reading lights, and a glass roof with a power shade. The back seat is comfortable for two passengers. A third rider will cut the comfort level slightly but not be slighted on safety: An adjustable center headrest and shoulder belt is provided.
Cubby storage is plentiful. The glovebox is a decent size and will hold much more than just the owner's manual. The center console is so big it has a divider to keep your laptop separate from other debris. Coat hooks can handle thick plastic hangars, a great feature when picking up dry cleaning overlooked in many other vehicles.
The cargo area offers generous proportions in a useful shape, doubled merely by pressing a button on the side that folds the split rear seat sections flat: No mucking about with headrests or guessing which lever does what. The load will have to be lifted above knee high, as would a flat tire being stowed under the floor, the power liftgate housing intrudes on the left side space slightly, and there is a dearth of tie-down points to secure heavy items.
