NCTD: 2008 Lincoln MKZ

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Model Line Overview

Model lineup: Lincoln MKZ ($30,790); MKZ AWD ($32,660)
Engines: 263-hp 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6
Transmissions: 6-speed automatic
Safety equipment (standard): dual-stage front air bags; front-passenger side-impact air bags; full-cabin side-curtain airbags; anti-lock brakes (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution, reverse sensing system, tire pressure monitor
Safety equipment (optional): all-wheel drive
Basic warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles
Assembled in: Hermosillo, Mexico

Specifications As Tested

Model tested (MSRP): Lincoln MKZ all-wheel drive ($32,660)
Standard equipment: leather upholstery, dual-zone climate controls, 10-way power adjustable driver and front-passenger seats, heated and cooled front seats, cruise control, power windows and door locks with remote keyless entry, six-speaker AM/FM stereo with six-CD changer, Sirius Satellite Radio, Sync voice-activation, heated power-adjustable outside mirrors; tilt and telescoping steering wheel with redundant audio and climate controls, fold-down rear seat
Options as tested (MSRP): high-intensity discharge headlights ($495); navigation system ($1,895), THX II premium stereo ($995)
Destination charge: ($740)
Gas guzzler tax: N/A
Price as tested (MSRP): $36,785
Layout: all-wheel drive
Engine: 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 variable intake timing
Horsepower (hp @ rpm): 263 @ 6250
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 249 @ 4500
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy: 17/24 mpg
Wheelbase: 107.4 in.
Length/width/height: 190.5/72.2/57.1 in.
Track, f/r: 61.6/61.3 in.
Turning circle: 40.0 ft.
Seating capacity: 5
Head/hip/leg room, f: 38.7/54.0/42.3 in.
Head/hip/leg room, m: N/A
Head/hip/leg room, r: 37.8/53.6/36.7 in.
Cargo volume: 15.8 cu. ft.
Payload: N/A
Towing capacity: N/A
Suspension, f: independent, SLA with coil springs, hydraulic shocks, anti-roll bar
Suspension, r: independent multi-link with coil springs, hydraulic shocks, anti-roll bar
Ground clearance: N/A
Curb weight: 3672 lbs.
Tires: P225/50VR17
Brakes, f/r: vented disc/solid disc with three-channel ABS, EBD
Fuel capacity: 17.5 gal.

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