Wednesday, March 31, 2010

New York 2010: Lincoln MKZ Hybrid


    Ford’s Lincoln brand revealed its first hybrid—the new mid-size 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid—during the press preview to the New York International Auto Show. Lincoln’s premium hybrid is expected to deliver at least 41 mpg US (5.7 L/100km) in the city when it goes on sale this fall.

    Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The combined gasoline engine and electric motor provide 191 net horsepower (142 kW). The pure electric mode on the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid extends to 47 mph (76 km/h). The 2011 MKZ Hybrid also offers a new implementation of FOrd’s SmartGauge with EcoGuide. The interactive technology provides real-time information to help drivers maximize fuel efficiency, and coaches drivers on how to optimize hybrid performance.

    These are the SmartGauge with EcoGuide known as the successful interactive technology provides real-time information to help drivers maximize fuel efficiency but also the Lincoln SYNC (Lincoln-exclusive voice-activated communications and entertainment system), 10-way power passenger seat, power driver memory seat settings, heated and cooled front seats, genuine wood trim, reverse sensing system, keyless entry keypad, easy fuel capless fuel-filter, personal safety system, MyKey, integrated spotter mirrors and acoustic laminated windshield.

    The PRs at Ford have also prepared an impressive list of standard features and technologies on the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, which are either not offered on the Lexus HS 250h or are available only at an extra cost.

    via:carscoop



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    Press Release

    LINCOLN INTRODUCES FIRST HYBRID; NEW MKZ HYBRID TO BE MOST
    FUEL-EFFICIENT LUXURY SEDAN IN AMERICA
    • New 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid expected to be most fuel-efficient
      luxury sedan in America
    • Lincoln MKZ Hybrid takes SmartGaugeTM with EcoGuide to
      next level, offering drivers enhanced positive feedback on long-term
      fuel efficiency and driving performance
    • More standard luxury, technologies and segment-exclusive safety
      features in the new Lincoln MKZ Hybrid help it top its nearest
      competitor, the 2010 Lexus HS 250h

    NEW YORK, March 31, 2010 - Lincoln today introduces its first hybrid -
    the new 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid - a premium midsize car poised to be the
    most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America.

    Ford Motor Company - America's largest domestic hybrid seller - is
    further broadening its aggressive electrification plan and second generation
    of hybrid technology with the new Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The vehicle is
    revealed today at the New York International Auto Show.

    "Lincoln's hallmarks are design, technology and comfort. Now, Lincoln
    also delivers the best fuel efficiency of any luxury sedan in America," said
    Mark Fields, Ford's president of The Americas.

    Lincoln's first-ever hybrid is expected to deliver at least 41 miles per
    gallon in the city when it goes on sale this fall.

    The new premium midsize sedan hybrid joins Ford Motor Company's growing
    lineup of hybrids, including the Ford Fusion Hybrid - 2010 North American
    Car of the Year and America's most fuel-efficient sedan - plus the Ford
    Escape Hybrid and Mercury Milan and Mariner Hybrids.

    Introduction of the new Lincoln MKZ Hybrid also complements Ford's
    aggressive global electrification plan. Ford is introducing five new
    electrified vehicles by 2013. They include the Transit Connect Electric in
    late 2010, the Focus Electric in 2011, a next-generation hybrid electric
    vehicle and a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) in 2012, followed by
    another next-generation hybrid electric vehicle in 2013.

    The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid's projected fuel economy tops its nearest
    competitor - the 2010 Lexus HS 250h - by 6 mpg. It also trumps the Lexus
    with room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and
    segment-exclusive safety features.

    "Today's luxury customers do not want to make sacrifices. Lincoln has
    found a way to deliver a luxury sedan with the comforts they expect, the
    technology they want and the environmental responsibility society demands,"
    said Derrick Kuzak, Ford's group vice president, Global Product Development.

    The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid uses Ford's second-generation hybrid
    technology - the 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle I-4 hybrid engine, named one of
    Ward's 2010 "10 Best Engines."

    The system combines the best attributes of the gasoline engine and
    electric battery-driven motors to deliver optimal performance and fuel
    economy.

    Industry-leading fuel economy comes without sacrificing power. The
    combined gasoline engine and electric motor provide 191 net horsepower.
    Plus, the pure electric mode on the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid extends to 47 mph -
    compared with the Lexus HS 250h battery-only mode, which reaches just 25
    mph.

    More standard luxury

    The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid comes standard with features and technologies
    that are either not offered on the Lexus HS 250h or are available only at an
    extra cost. They include:

    • SmartGauge with EcoGuide - Ford's highly successful interactive
      technology provides real-time information to help drivers maximize fuel
      efficiency, and coaches drivers on how to optimize hybrid performance.
      Lincoln takes SmartGauge to the next level of engagement by giving
      drivers enhanced positive feedback on long-term fuel efficiency and
      driving performance through the "growth" of virtual small flowers on the
      system's right-most screen. Lincoln's white flowers, inspired by apple
      blossoms, remain permanently unless long-term fuel economy is reset.
    • Lincoln SYNC® - The Lincoln-exclusive voice-activated communications
      and entertainment system provides an omnipresent link to contacts and
      information. In addition to Bluetooth® phone, audible text and MP3
      player capabilities, Lincoln customers also can access Vehicle Health
      Report and 911 Assist
      TM.
    • 10-Way Power Passenger Seat - This seat is designed to accommodate a
      diverse group of passengers. Memory functions enable passengers to
      fine-tune and recall their positions.
    • Power Driver Memory Seat Settings - The driver seat memory feature
      helps ensure personal seating preferences anytime, with the touch of a
      button.
    • Heated and Cooled Front Seats - This uniquely engineered system
      delivers exceptional heating and cooling comfort.
    • Genuine Wood Trim - In addition to their exquisite appearance, the
      Swirl Walnut and Olive Ash wood trims offered in the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
      are eco-friendly as well. The veneers come from well-managed forests, as
      defined by strict environmental, social and economic standards, and from
      other rigorously controlled sources.
    • Reverse Sensing System - This system senses what drivers might not
      see behind them and relays an audible alert if objects are near, which
      increases in frequency the closer a driver gets.
    • Keyless Entry Keypad - This Lincoln-exclusive feature provides
      secure entry at a driver's fingertips. A personal combination holds a
      memory for driver preferences. So if an owner is out for a run and
      doesn't want to take the keys along, the vehicle can be opened with the
      touch of a few buttons.
    • Easy Fuel® Capless Fuel-Filler - This Lincoln-exclusive feature uses
      an integrated spring-loaded flapper door to eliminate the need for a
      fuel tank screw cap. That means no more fumbling to remove and tighten
      the cap and less fuel odor on a driver's hands at the pump.
    • Personal Safety SystemTM - A Lincoln-exclusive suite of
      seven protection technologies works together as a system to help protect
      vehicle occupants. The system includes dual-stage front air bags and an
      occupant classification system to sense whether the passenger seat is
      occupied. It tailors - or suppresses - air bag deployment to help
      provide an appropriate level of protection. It also features the Ford
      Belt-Minder® system to remind front-seat occupants to buckle up.
    • MyKeyTM - This Lincoln-exclusive feature allows parents
      to program a key to limit speed and audio volume to encourage teens to
      drive safer and improve fuel efficiency. It also encourages seat belt
      usage, provides earlier low-fuel warnings, and can be programmed to
      sound chimes at 45, 55 and 65 mph.
    • Integrated Spotter Mirrors - The traditional side-view mirrors are
      designed with a secondary convex spotter mirror in the top outer corner,
      which provides a view of the driver's blind spot. When traffic enters
      the driver's blind spot on either side of the vehicle, it is visible in
      the secondary convex mirror, alerting the driver of obstacles.
    • Acoustic Laminated Windshield - This windshield features a layer of
      sound-absorbent vinyl sandwiched between two sheets of glass, which
      enhances interior quietness.

    The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid also includes standard Bridge of Weir leather
    seats. The world-renowned luxury leather from Scotland is unembossed,
    allowing the natural beauty and character of the grain to shine through. The
    leather is milled for up to 12 hours to ensure a soft hand, and Bridge of
    Weir uses a chromium-free tanning process, which makes it easier to recycle.


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