DecodedCars2008 Lincoln Mark LT
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- P/U Ext Cab S/Box 4WD, P/U Ext Cab S/Box RWD
- Engines
- 5.4L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 13 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 222.4 in
- Curb weight
- 5,371–5,677 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is a standard pickup truck offered with a 5.4L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 222 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 139-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,677 lb (P/U Ext Cab S/Box 4WD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (13 city / 17 highway), 8% worse than the 2008 standard pickup truck average of 15.3 MPG, for an estimated $4,800 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2008
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2007 Mark LT — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2007; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2007 Mark LT →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/U Ext Cab S/Box 4WD | 222.4 in | 78.7 in | 73.6 in | 138.6 in | 66.5 / 66.5 in | 5,677 lb | 57/43 |
| P/U Ext Cab S/Box RWD | 222.4 in | 78.7 in | 73.6 in | 138.6 in | 66.5 / 66.5 in | 5,371 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark LT | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 16 / 14 | -8% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Mark LT 4WD | 5.4L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 17 / 14 | -4% | $4,800 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT under the current (2011+) test program.
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2008 Lincoln Mark LT buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Lincoln Mark LT. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Mark LT years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Mark LT | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 4 |
| 2006 Mark LT | 15 | 222.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 11 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →