Lincoln MKZ
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The Lincoln MKZ (pronounced "Mark Z") is a mid-size car from the Lincoln automobile division of the Ford Motor Company. The MKZ is the replacement for the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr. Lincoln revived the Zephyr name in the fall of 2005 as a platform mate to the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, to replace the cancelled 3.0L V6 version of the Lincoln LS as the mid-size entry-level Lincoln. Lincoln increased the Zephyr's engine size and power output, and changed the car's name to MKZ in 2006 for the 2007 model year.
The car is built at Ford's Hermosillo, Mexico plant, and pricing ranges from US$28,995 to $35,435.
The MKZ uses the Mazda6-derived CD3 platform. While the car shares 35% of its body panels with the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, the interior is completely unique to bring the car up to Lincoln standards. Features like a 600 W THX sound system with 14 speakers also set it apart from the mainstream Ford, Mercury, and Mazda versions.
The suspension is independent all around with a short/long arm (SLA) design in front and multilink setup with coilover shock absorbers in the rear.
2006 Zephyr
The 2006 Lincoln Zephyr (developed under code name CD378) was first shown in January 2005 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, and went on sale in the fall of 2005. The Zephyr came with a 221 hp (165 kW) 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 engine and an Aisin 6-speed automatic transmission, which made 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) in the city and 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) on the highway. The Zephyr had a curb weight of approximately 3438 lb (1559 kg). Lincoln sold 4,985 Zephyrs in 2005, and an additional 13,408 through May 2006. [link]2007 MKZ
The 2007 MKZ was first shown at the Chicago Auto Show in February 2006 with Ford's new upgraded 263 hp (196 kW) Duratec 35 3.5 L V6 and all-wheel drive. The MKZ also gets the new 6-speed Ford 6F transmission, which was co-developed with General Motors, replacing the Aisin unit. This powertrain is similar to that used in the Ford Edge/Lincoln MKX. Ford expects to add a hybrid drivetrain in the future.Other changes from the 2006 Zephyr to the 2007 MKZ include an updated "waterfall" grille - which shows seven "teeth" on either side of the central Lincoln emblem (the Zephyr has nine), along with chrome trim on the beltline and outside mirrors, and 17 inch alloy wheels.
Engine Specifications
| Years | Model | Engine | Power | Torque | Transmission |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Zephyr | 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 | 221 hp (165 kW) | 205 ft·lbf (278 N·m) | 6-speed Aisin automatic |
| 2007 | MKZ | 3.5 L Duratec 35 V6 | 263 hp (196 kW) | 249 ft·lbf (338 N·m) | 6-speed 6F automatic |
References
External links
- [Official Lincoln 2007 Lineup Page]
- [Lincoln Zephyr on CanadianDriver.com]
- [Ford Press Release]
- [Detroit News]
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