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Lincoln MKZ II (facelift 2017) 3.0 GTDI V6 (400 Hp) AWD Automatic
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Lincoln MKZ:
The Lincoln MKZ is a mid-size luxury, four-door, five-passenger, front- or all-wheel drive sedan manufactured by Ford and marketed by its Lincoln brand across two generations in North America and China. Along with its badge engineered variants, the Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan, the MKZ was available with either gasoline or gasoline-electric hybrid powertrains.
The first generation was styled under Chief Designer Darrell Behmer and marketed for model year 2006 as the Lincoln Zephyr — and from model year 2007 on as the MKZ — with a mid-cycle refresh for MY 2010. The MKZ Hybrid, Lincoln's first, was introduced for MY 2011. The second generation MKZ was marketed for MY 2013–2020 in gasoline and hybrid configurations, with a mid-cycle refresh for MY 2017....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II (facelift 2017) Overview:
Lincoln MKZ (II (facelift 2017)). With 542 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1901 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 GTDI V6 (400 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The flagship engine, providing exhilarating performance with 400 horsepower and standard AWD for superior traction. It transforms the MKZ into a true sport sedan.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a high-output, AWD V6, fuel consumption is higher but remains competitive within its performance segment. The power delivery justifies the thirst.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and quiet ride quality, ideal for long journeys
- • Powerful 3.0L twin-turbo V6 engine options, especially the 400hp AWD variant
- • Distinctive and elegant exterior styling post-facelift
- • Excellent fuel economy from the Hybrid model
- • Generally good value compared to European luxury rivals
Cons:
- • Interior materials, while improved, still trail some premium competitors
- • Handling is more comfort-oriented than sporty, lacking driver engagement
- • eCVT in the Hybrid can be noisy under hard acceleration
- • Rear seat space is adequate but not class-leading
- • Infotainment system (SYNC 3) can be slow in early facelift models
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2012 - 2016).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lincoln |
| Model: | MKZ |
| Generation: | II (facelift 2017) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 GTDI V6 (400 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2016 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 400 Hp @ 5750 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 135.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 542 Nm @ 2750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | EcoBoost [Same engine] More details about the engine EcoBoost |
| Engine displacement: | 2956 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, Ti-VCT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10.9 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85.4 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.8 kg/Hp, 210.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.5 kg/Nm, 285.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1901 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 436 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4925 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Width: | 1864 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1478 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2850 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1582 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | SelectShift |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 245/40 R19 V |
| Wheel rims size | 19 |
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