Under the Hood

Under the Hood  - 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Review - Reviews - Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

The 263-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 teams with a six-speed automatic transmission and standard front-wheel drive. Lincoln says the zero-to-60-mph acceleration time is 7.1 seconds. Mechanical features include:

Optional all-wheel drive
Optional Sport Appearance Package includes sport-tuned suspension

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