The great thing about Ford’s “Employee Pricing Plus” deal is that it doesn’t exclude any of the cars in Lincoln’s classy model lineup. One model in particular that caught our attention is the all-new 2009 Lincoln MKS. With a combination of attractive styling and competent performance, the 2009 MKS is quickly becoming a favorite here at CarsDirect.

A twin cam, 3.7-liter Duratec V6 making 275 horsepower gets the all-wheel drive MKS to 60 mph in a brisk 7.9 seconds. But impressive performance and good looks aren’t all that you’ll get with this luxurious heavy hitter. Lincoln has clearly taken a great deal of time studying the interiors of its competitors, Cadillac, Lexus and Acura. The placement of the front seats, steering wheel and center console put the driver squarely in the center of all the action. Every control is easily within arm’s reach of the driver. The steering wheel-mounted audio controls and SYNC integrated communications and entertainment system are all standard equipment on the MKS and will likely make your life just a little bit easier.

Fuel mileage is very fair for a car of its size, with the front-wheel drive model achieving 17/24 mpg (city/highway) and the all-wheel drive model getting not much less at 16/23 mpg (city/highway). Don’t let this fine automotive beauty slip away. Click the link below and type in your zip code to see how much you can take one home for.

Click here for lowest 2009 Lincoln MKS Prices in your area.

The 2009 Jaguar XF might be just what the doctor ordered when it comes to an affordable, quick and practical luxury sedan. Jaguar has taken an unprecedented departure from the more conventional styling seen in some of their previous models. With its curvaceous and sleek sheetmetal, the XF’s design speaks more of new, young entrepreneurship than it does of old-money aristocracy. Though it may not be your father’s Jag, the XF is everything you’ve come to expect from a Jaguar. A strong on-road charisma precedes the XF as you cruise down the highway.

While it doesn’t really resemble the Jaguars of years past, it’s also impossible to mistake it for anything else on the road. The XF has a presence that is uniquely its own. What it does share with other Jaguars is its racing-inspired performance. A standard 4.2-liter V8 producing 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, and an available supercharged 4.2-liter V8 producing 420 horsepower and 413 lb-ft of torque give this cat the muscle it needs to preserve Jaguar’s reputation while also delivering an unforgettable driving experience.

The interior of the XF is beautifully crafted, with high-quality materials used in the seats to achieve maximum comfort. The cabin also happens to be one of the quietest available, making your daily drive luxuriously smooth and silent. A car like this has never been so easily within reach as it is right now, as Jaguar is offering the 2009 XF at 0% APR financing for qualified buyers for up to 60 months. Recession or not, how can you afford to pass on this deal?    

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While it’s hard to top being named “North American Car of the Year,” the 2009 Chevy Malibu continues to impress audiences as it was also ranked highest in initial quality in its class for 2008 by J.D. Power and Associates.

Now you can let some of that magic rub off on you during GM’s Red Tag Event. With this amazing deal, all 2009 Chevy Malibu models are privy to huge factory cash back. How much? Click here.

Step into a 2009 Malibu and you’ll not only be treated to a rich cabin with ultra-premium quality materials used in everything from the seats to the dashboard and door panels, you’ll also notice a distinctly different feel from other Chevys you may have experienced in the past. In fact, you may not even believe you’re sitting in a Chevy at all. The fit and finish of everything is just that good. Pictures are worth a thousand words, so click on the images at the end of this post.

The engine that’s nestled between the Malibu’s fenders raises both an eyebrow and heartbeat. With a standard 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine producing 169 horsepower and an optional 3.6-liter V6 making 252 horsepower, the Malibu’s engine options leave little to be desired. Great fuel economy is another attribute which the Malibu can check off of its list of value-added features. With the 4-cylinder model getting 22/33 mpg (city/highway) and the V6 achieving 17/26 mpg (city/highway), the Malibu is playing in the same yard as the Toyota Camry and Honda Accord. Seeing all of these improvements firsthand, it becomes clear that the new Malibu is truly worthy of all its fancy titles.

Newly redesigned, the 2009 Acura TSX had us collectively scratching our heads when we saw the new design. “Why mess with a good thing?” we thought. Last year’s model, the 2008 TSX, featured compact, handsome styling that gave it an age-defying silhouette. We were worried at first. Well, we’re delighted to say that the design has grown on us, and with this deal it’s tough to resist the urge to drive down to the Acura dealership as this entry is being written.

Right now through January 4, 2009, you can lease a 2009 Acura TSX with automatic transmission for as low as $309 per month for 36 months. That’s an incredible savings when you consider the high resale value that Acura the brand demands.

A 201-horsepower, VTEC-equipped, 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine rockets you to 60 mph in under seven seconds. The sound of the high-revving VTEC motor alone is enough to warrant an extended test drive.

Once you set foot in the TSX’s cabin, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the ease of entry into the front seats. When equipped with the technology package, the TSX turns into a rolling command center, with integrated Bluetooth telecommunications and arguably, the best navigation system currently offered on a production vehicle.

But time is wasting. You have from now until January 4th, 2009 to lock in the savings and to experience how high Acura has raised the bar with the new TSX.

For pricing in your area, please click here.

Lexus never ceases to impress us with the standard of quality present in all of their vehicles. But until today, high pricing and a lack of decent incentives had initially kept the Japanese luxury brand from being mentioned within the pages of our esteemed blog.

Now, with no less than four models eligible for special holiday financing, owning a Lexus could be more realistic than ever before.

During their “December to Remember” sales event, Lexus is offering low APR financing on many of their most popular models, including the IS and LS luxury sport sedans as well as the RX crossover.

The IS350, with its three-time “Ward’s 10 Best Engines” award-winning 3.5-liter V6 and ultra-responsive handling, delivers outstanding performance for an entry-level car.

Step up to the LS460 and receive the full executive treatment with a premium leather interior and an incredibly smooth ride.

If you need something a bit bigger but you still require all of the comfort and refinement of a Lexus, then look no further than the RX350. With a spacious 84.7 cubic feet of cargo room once the rear seats are folded down, the RX is ready for nearly anything you can imagine.

You should hurry though, because this deal ends January 5, 2009 and there’s no telling when the next time offers like these will surface again. After all, it’s not every day we see a deal from Lexus that’s worth bringing to your attention. Click the model-specific links below to see how much you could save.

2009 Lexus IS250 Pricing
2009 Lexus IS350 Pricing
2009 Lexus RX350 Pricing
2009 Lexus LS460 Pricing