The Lincoln MKZ is a sedan offered in 4dr Sdn FWD , 4dr Sdn AWD and 4dr Sdn Hybrid FWD . The powertrains include 2.5-liter 4 hybrid (191 hp) and 3.5-liter V6 (263 hp) engines, and 6-speed automatic and CVT transmissions. It is Front or AWD wheel drive. EPA-rated fuel economy ranges from 18 mpg city to 27 mpg highway. The MKZ uses Regular fuel.
Standard safety equipment includes Standard/no (Side air bags, front/rear), Standard Stability control, Standard Antilock brakes.
Competing models include Hyundai Genesis , Acura TL , Nissan Maxima and Lexus ES .
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2012 Detroit auto show video: 2013 Lincoln MKZ
The Lincoln MKZ has been a practical and reliable choice for an entry-level luxury sedan. But the exterior styling, interior quality, and driving dynamics didn’t really deviate much from its Ford Fusion family sedan platform-mate. If buyers wanted a luxury...
2012 Detroit auto show: The rise of the mainstream plug-in hybrid
Among the central themes at this year’s Detroit auto show was the rise of the mainstream plug-in hybrid. My colleagues who attended the show point to another key theme: the resurgence of American automakers in their hometown, with Detroit brands...
2012 Detroit auto show: Reflections on the Clone Wars
As I made my last tour of the Cobo Center show floor in Detroit, it struck me how few new models stood out to me this year. I love that most unveilings were practical, or at least skewed toward the...
2012 Detroit auto show: Lincoln’s lineup and how they got there
Lincoln’s performance during today’s press conference (see “2012 Detroit auto show: Will a new MKZ be enough to revive Lincoln?”) clearly showed that company knows it has a problem and seems to be committed to righting the listing ship. But...
2012 Detroit auto show: Will a new MKZ be enough to revive Lincoln?
The last 20 years saw the rise of luxury brands, including Lexus, Acura, BMW, Infiniti, Audi and Mercedes-Benz. Even Cadillac, once near death, was revived by edgy styling, improved driving dynamics and a rocking Led Zeppelin ad campaign. But if...
