Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ
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Manufacturer:	Ford Motor Company
Production:	2006–present
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Class:	Entry-level luxury car
Body style:	4-door sedan
Platform:	FF/AWD CD3
Engine:	3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 3.5 L Duratec 35 V6
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Curb weight:	3438 lb (1559 kg)
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Related:	Ford Fusion Mazda 6 Mercury Milan
Similar:	Cadillac CTS Acura TSX Lexus IS Mercedes-Benz C-Class
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Originally called the Zephyr for the 2006 model year, the Lincoln MKZ is a midsize car from the Lincoln automobile division of the Ford Motor Company. Lincoln revived the Zephyr name in 2005 for the 2006 model year, but will change the car's name to MKZ for the 2007 model year. [1] [2] Image File history File links Lincoln_MKZ_a. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged with List of cars. ... The Ford Motor Company (often referred to as Ford; sometimes nicknamed FoMoCo), NYSE: F is a multinational corporation that manufactures automobiles. ... 2006 (MMVI) is a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Car classification is a somewhat subjective subject, as many vehicles fall between classes or even outside all of them. ... A luxury car is a relatively expensive car. ... A Ford Taurus, a recognizable sedan. ... An automobile platform is a shared set of components common to a number of different automobiles. ... In automobile design, an FF, or Front-engine, Front wheel drive, layout places both the engine and driven wheels at the front of the vehicle. ... Four wheel drive or 4x4, is a type of four wheeled vehicle drivetrain configuration that enables all four wheels to receive power from the engine simultaneously in order to provide maximum traction. ... The CD3 is Fords global midsize car automobile platform. ... It has been suggested that this article or section be merged into Internal combustion engine. ... Ford Motor Companys modern 2. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine A V6 is an internal combustion piston engine with six cylinders in a V configuration. ... The Duratec 35 (code-name Cyclone) is a family of automobile engines from the Ford Motor Company. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine A V6 is an internal combustion piston engine with six cylinders in a V configuration. ... In mechanics, a transmission or gearbox is the gear and/or hydraulic system that transmits mechanical power from a prime mover (which can be an engine or electric motor), to some form of useful output device. ... Curb weight or kerb weight is the total weight of an automobile with standard equipment, oil, lubricants, coolant, a full tank of fuel and not loaded with either passengers or cargo. ... In both road and rail vehicles, the wheelbase is the distance between the center of the front and rear wheels. ... Ford Fusion is a name used on two different types of cars from the Ford Motor Company. ... The Mazda Atenza or Mazda6 is an automobile from the Japanese carmaker Mazda. ... 2006 Mercury Milan The 2006 Mercury Milan is a midsize sedan based on the Ford CD3 platform. ... 2004 Cadillac CTS-V The CTS (Catera Touring Sedan) is Cadillacs luxury sports sedan. ... The Acura TSX is a mid-size luxury car manufactured by Honda and sold in North America under the Acura brand name. ... The Lexus IS (originally known as the Toyota Altezza in Japan) is a compact luxury sports car from Lexus. ... The Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a line of compact luxury sedans, coupes and station wagons. ... Lincoln Zephyr Series HB 1937, USA The Lincoln Zephyr is a brand name of automobile from the Lincoln automobile division of the Ford Motor Company. ... 2006 (MMVI) is a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... A mid-size car, frequently referred to as an intermediate, is an automobile with a size between that of a compact and a full-size or standard-size car. ... Lincoln Limousine used by President Calvin Coolidge, c. ... The Ford Motor Company (often referred to as Ford; sometimes nicknamed FoMoCo), NYSE: F is a multinational corporation that manufactures automobiles. ... 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 2006 (MMVI) is a common year starting on Sunday of the Gregorian calendar. ... 2007 (MMVII) will be a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar. ...

The car is built at Ford's Hermosillo, Mexico plant, and pricing ranges from $28,995 to $35,435. Hermosillo is the capital of the desert state of Sonora, Mexico, It is centrally located within the state and is close to several other major Mexican cities, such as Tijuana and Mexicali (both approximately 1 hour by plane) and to the U.S. cities Phoenix and Tucson, Arizona. ...

The Zephyr/MKZ uses the Mazda 6-derived "CD3" platform. While the car shares 35% of its body panels with the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, the interior is completely unique. Features like a 600 W THX sound system with 14 speakers also set it apart from the Ford, Mercury, and Mazda versions. The Mazda Atenza or Mazda6 is an automobile from the Japanese carmaker Mazda. ... The CD3 is Fords global midsize car automobile platform. ... Ford Fusion is a name used on two different types of cars from the Ford Motor Company. ... 2006 Mercury Milan The 2006 Mercury Milan is a midsize sedan based on the Ford CD3 platform. ... The official THX logo. ...

Zephyr

The 2006 Lincoln Zephyr was introduced at the 2005 North American International Auto Show in Detroit. The Zephyr (code name CD378) went on sale in fall 2005. A 221 hp (165 kW) 3.0 L Duratec 30 V6 engine and Aisin-made 6-speed automatic transmission was standard on the 2006 Zephyr. Lincoln Zephyr Series HB 1937, USA The Lincoln Zephyr is a brand name of automobile from the Lincoln automobile division of the Ford Motor Company. ... NAIAS 2005, near the Audi exhibit. ... Motto: Speramus Meliora; Resurget Cineribus (We Hope For Better Things; It Shall Rise From the Ashes - this motto was adopted after the disastrous 1805 fire that devastated the city) Nickname: The Motor City and Motown Location in Wayne County, Michigan Founded Incorporated July 24, 1701 1815  County Wayne County Mayor... 2005 (MMV) was a common year starting on Saturday of the Gregorian calendar. ... Ford Motor Companys modern 2. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine A V6 is an internal combustion piston engine with six cylinders in a V configuration. ... Aisin Seiki Co. ... An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the car or truck moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually. ...

The 2006 Zephyr got 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) in the city and 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) on the highway.

MKZ

The 2007 model MKZ was shown at the Chicago Auto Show in February 2006 with Ford's new Duratec 35 3.5 L V6 and all wheel drive. The MKZ also gets the new 6-speed Ford 6F transmission, co-developed with General Motors in place of the Aisin unit. This powertrain is identical to that used in the Ford Edge / Lincoln MKX. Ford will add a hybrid drivetrain in the future. The Chicago Auto Show is held annually in February at Chicagos McCormick Place convention complex. ... The Duratec 35 (code-name Cyclone) is a family of automobile engines from the Ford Motor Company. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine A V6 is an internal combustion piston engine with six cylinders in a V configuration. ... Four wheel drive or 4x4, is a type of four wheeled vehicle drivetrain configuration that enables all four wheels to receive power from the engine simultaneously in order to provide maximum traction. ... General Motors and Ford Motor Company teamed up in 2002 to create a new automatic transmission design. ... General Motors Corporation (NYSE: GM), also known as GM, is a United States-based automobile maker with worldwide operations and brands including Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Holden, Hummer, Opel, Pontiac, Saturn, Saab and Vauxhall. ... The Ford Edge is a crossover SUV based on the Ford CD3 platform also used by the Ford Fusion, and the Lincoln MKX. This platform is based on Mazdas Mazda6 design. ... The Lincoln MKX is a Lincoln crossover SUV which was supposed to be named Lincoln Aviator, when the XUV replaces Explorer-based SUV in Lincolns lineup. ... Honda Insight, a hybrid gas-electric vehicle 2004 Toyota Prius, a hybrid gas-electric vehicle A hybrid vehicle uses multiple energy sources or propulsion systems to provide motive power. ...

Other changes from 2006 to 2007 include a new "waterfall" grille, chrome trim on the beltline and outside mirrors, and 17 inch alloy wheels.

Technical Data

Ford Motor Companys modern 2. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine A V6 is an internal combustion piston engine with six cylinders in a V configuration. ... Aisin Seiki Co. ... An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the car or truck moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually. ... The Duratec 35 (code-name Cyclone) is a family of automobile engines from the Ford Motor Company. ... The Ford Essex V6 engine A V6 is an internal combustion piston engine with six cylinders in a V configuration. ... General Motors and Ford Motor Company teamed up in 2002 to create a new automatic transmission design. ... An automatic transmission is an automobile gearbox that can change gear ratios automatically as the car or truck moves, thus freeing the driver from having to shift gears manually. ...

References

• Don't get used to Zephyr -- it's MK Z. Detroit News. URL accessed on February 7, 2006.
• Lincoln MKZ: Midsize Luxury Sedan Receives Power Upgrade, AWD and a Fresh Face. Ford Motor Company press release. URL accessed on February 7, 2006.

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