2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

About 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid The 2012 MKZ Hybrid, Lincoln's first-ever hybrid vehicle, is the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America, delivering an EPA-certified 41 mpg rating in city driving and 36 mpg on the highway. The 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid uses the 2.5-liter Atkinson-Cycle I-4 hybrid engine, named one of Ward's 2010 10 Best Engines. Lincoln MKZ Hybrid can travel more than 700 city miles on one tank of gas. The system combines the best attributes of the gasoline engine and electric battery-driven motors to deliver optimal performance and fuel economy. The combined gasoline engine and electric motor provide best-in-class 191 net horsepower. Plus, the pure electric mode on the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid extends to a best-in-class 47 mph - compared with the Lexus battery-only mode, which reaches just 25 mph. Lincoln's commitment to being environmentally conscious doesn't stop under the hood and is apparent in both the MKZ Hybrid and non-hybrid MKZ. Lincoln uses a number of recycled materials in its vehicles with an overall goal of using materials that are both renewable and recyclable. The 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid has SmartGauge with EcoGuide. This interactive technology provides real-time information to help drivers maximize fuel efficiency, and coaches drivers on how to optimize hybrid performance. Lincoln SYNC provides an omnipresent link to contacts and information. In addition to Bluetooth phone, audible text and MP3 capabilities, customers can access Vehicle Health Report and 911 Assist. Available for the first time is SYNC AppLink, a software application that gives Lincoln SYNC users hands-free voice control of select smartphone apps.