2006 Lincoln Zephyr First Drive

Specifications


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TO THE POINT What’s New? The Lincoln Zephyr is all-new for 2006,sharing a platform with the Ford Fusion and the Mercury Milan
Selling Points: Attractive styling and a well-crafted interior
Deal Breakers: V6 engine lacks punch, automatic transmission has a tendency to hunt
Our Advice: If domestic entry-luxury is your thing, the Zephyr is a well-priced car worth consideration.

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Specifications Competitors include the Acura TL, Acura TSX, Audi A4 2.0T, BMW 325i, Buick LaCrosse CXS, Cadillac CTS 2.8L, Chrysler 300 Limited, Infiniti G35, Jaguar X-Type, Lexus ES 330, Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280, Nissan Maxima SL, Saab 9-3, Toyota Avalon Touring, Volkswagen Passat 3.6L, Volvo S40 T5

Test Vehicle: 2006 Lincoln Zephyr
MSRP: $29,660 (includes a $665 destination charge)
Engine Size and Type: 3.0-liter Duratec V6
Engine Horsepower: 221 at 6,250 rpm
Engine Torque: 205 lb.-ft. at 4,800 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed automatic
Curb Weight, lbs.: 3,406
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway): 20/28 mpg
Observed Fuel Economy: 22.3 mpg
Length: 190.5 inches
Width: 72.2 inches
Wheelbase: 107.4 inches
Height: 55.9 inches
Legroom (front/rear): 42.3/37.0 inches
Headroom (front/rear): 38.7/37.8 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: 5
Max. Cargo Volume: 15.8 cu. ft.
Competitors: Acura TL, Acura TSX, Audi A4 2.0T, BMW 325i, Buick LaCrosse CXS, Cadillac CTS 2.8L, Chrysler 300 Limited, Hyundai Azera, Infiniti G35, Jaguar X-Type, Lexus ES 330, Mercedes-Benz C280, Nissan Maxima SL, Saab 9-3, Toyota Avalon Touring, Volkswagen Passat 3.6L, Volvo S40 T5

Photos courtesy of Ford Motor Company

About Thom Blackett
Thom Blackett joined Autobytel in 2000 as a Research Analyst with the company's data division, Automotive Information Center (AIC). After four years of pouring through press kits searching for minute details, Thom jumped to Autobytel's editorial team. Born and raised in the state of Maine (no, it's not part of Canada and yes, the proper pronunciation of lobster is "lobstah"), Thom has always been a car nut, using his grandmother's potholders as steering wheels to "drive" around the house as a youngster. His biggest sorrow is never getting to know his grandfather's 1959 Caddy, or the '62 Impala Convertible and '69 Chevy Malibu that his parents once owned. As Autobytel's Road Test Editor, Thom strives to write articles that serve to inform as well as entertain. A proud member of the Motor Press Guild, Thom holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Maine. Comments may be emailed to thomb@autobytel.com.