| Lincoln's modifications to all-new Lincoln MKZ seem | | | | "Our new 3.5-liter V-6 coupled with an advanced |
| outstanding to make the audience adore the car. The | | | | 6-speed automatic provides an innovative solution for |
| latest from Lincoln was given a fresh look, Duratec 35 | | | | better fuel efficiency, more refinement, more power |
| V-6 engine paired with a premium 6-speed | | | | and clean emissions, without any sacrifices," says Barb |
| transmission, and a 'next-level' feel. This is in response | | | | Samardzich, Ford vice president of Powertrain |
| to the new generation of drivers who are looking for | | | | Operations. |
| vivacious, stunning and high-performance cars to cater | | | | Ford's Personal Safety System (TM) , which is made |
| to modern day driving needs and demands. | | | | up of highly advanced safety technologies, was used |
| Al Giombetti, president, Ford, Lincoln Mercury Marketing | | | | to design the features of the car. This is to manage |
| and Sales says, "Customer demand for Lincoln's | | | | energy in case of a crash. Air bags, three-point safety |
| mid-size luxury sedan has exceeded our expectations. | | | | belts at all seating positions, pretensioners and |
| We have taken a brand-new, well-received car and | | | | retractors were also included in the car for added |
| significantly improved it to draw a new generation of | | | | safety. Aside from that safety curtain can also be |
| customers to the Lincoln brand. Judging by reaction in | | | | used for head protection. |
| the showroom, customers are clearly ready for an | | | | Understated elegance is also part of the package. |
| American entry-level luxury sedan," Giombetti added. | | | | Peter Horbury, executive director, North American |
| The V-6 engine from Ford Motor Company was | | | | Design says, "The figured maple gives the interior a |
| incorporated to MKZ to deliver 250 horsepower and | | | | fresh and exciting look. The dark ebony is classic |
| 240 pounds-foot of torque. This results to a confident, | | | | elegance for a traditional sense of luxury. The satin |
| comfy and smooth ride. High-quality Lincoln auto parts | | | | nickel, with its lightly raised ribbing, is technical and |
| are also built in the system of MKZ to create a car | | | | modern. We were able to establish three completely |
| that will not only add confidence to the rider but will | | | | different ambient settings through use of these |
| also secure safety and comfort. | | | | materials. |