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