And the new Town Car does not disappoint. It has gobs of low-end torque for brisk takeoffs, and it can render a surge of power on demand for highway passing and merging situations. The 200-horsepower engine, found as standard equipment in the Executive Series and Signature Series models, should be very adequate for most drivers. The four-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly and downshifts nicely when power is demanded. The more aerodynamic Town Car can reach 60 miles an hour from a standstill in just a bit over 8 seconds.
Interior space is the same and stretch out room is as good as ever.
And three adults can fit across in back. The center position in front is uncomfortable but it is usable if a sixth passenger must ride. Trunk space was cut 1.7 cubic feet to 20.6 cubic feet. But the trunk is deep and will easily hold four golf bags or several suitcases. The space tire is stored high up under the rear deck.