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overview|exterior & interior|driving performance|pricing & specs
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Summary
The 2008 Lincoln MKZ is a likeable midsize sedan. It offers the comfort and features of a near-luxury sedan. All-wheel drive is available for drivers who need foul weather capability.Chris Jensen reported to NewCarTestDrive.com from New Hampshire.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Lincoln MKZ ($30,790); MKZ AWD ($32,660) |
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Engines:
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3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 variable intake timing |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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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 |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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all-wheel drive |
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Hermosillo, Mexico |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Lincoln MKZ all-wheel drive ($32,660) |
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Standard Equipment:
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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 |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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high-intensity discharge headlights ($495); navigation system ($1,895), THX II premium stereo ($995) |
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Destination Charge:
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740 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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36785 |
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Layout:
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all-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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263 @ 6250 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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249 @ 4500 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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17/24 |
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Wheelbase:
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107.4 |
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Length/width/height:
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190.5/72.2/57.1 |
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Track, f/r:
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61.6/61.3 |
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Turning circle:
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40.0 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.7/54.0/42.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.8/53.6/36.7 |
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Cargo volume:
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15.8 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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independent, SLA with coil springs, hydraulic shocks, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent multi-link with coil springs, hydraulic shocks, anti-roll bar |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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3672 |
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Tires:
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P225/50VR17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/solid disc with three-channel ABS, EBD |
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Fuel capacity:
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17.5 |
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