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