What I liked about the Lincoln MKZ:
- Comfortable and quiet
- Great new interior
- Decent back seat and trunk
What I didn't like:
- Taillights are still pretty unattractive
- Small buttons on stereo and climate controls
Who should buy the Lincoln MKZ:
Buyers who want Lexus comfort, Lexus quality, and Lexus reliability in an American car
Who should not buy the Lincoln MKZ:
Those who prefer a more involved driving experience
Details and specs:
- Body style: 4-door sedan
- Seating capacity: 5
- Trim levels: (one)
- Price range (including options): $34,965 - $43,440
- Base engine: 3.5 liter V6, 263 hp @ 6,250 RPM, 248 lb-ft @ 4,500 RPM
- Optional engine: None
- Premium fuel required? No
- Transmission: 6-speed automatic
- Driveline: Front engine, front- or all-wheel-drive
- EPA fuel economy estimates: 18 MPG city/27 MPG highway (front-wheel-drive), 17/24 (all-wheel-drive)
- Where built: Mexico
- Standard safety equipment: Front airbags, front-seat-mounted side airbags, two-row side curtain airbags, antilock brakes, electronic stability control
- Optional safety equipment: Blind spot warning system
- Major standard features: Power windows, locks, mirrors and driver's seat, heated and cooled front seats, remote keyless entry, air conditioning, cruise control, 6-disc CD changer, Bluetooth phone connectivity, SYNC voice-operated iPod and Zune connectivity
- Major options: Navigation, adaptive headlights, rain-sensing wipers, THX surround-sound stereo, DVD audio, HDD-based music server, moonroof, rain-sensing wipers, sport-tuned suspension
- Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 6 years/70,000 miles powertrain, 5 years/unlimited mileage outer body rust-through
- Roadside assistance/free maintenance: 6 years/70,000 miles roadside assistance
