Lincoln Z
| Lincoln Zephyr | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Lincoln |
| Also called | Lincoln Zephyr (concept/pre-production name) |
| Production | 2022–present |
| Assembly | China: Chongqing (Changan Ford) |
| Designer | Daniel Prochilo[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Executive car (E) |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | Transverse FF layout |
| Platform | Ford C2[2] |
| Related | Ford Evos Ford Mondeo |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2.0L EcoBoost CAF488WQC turbocharged I4 |
| Power output | 181 kW (243 hp; 246 PS) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,930 mm (115 in) |
| Length | 4,982 mm (196.1 in) |
| Width | 1,865 mm (73.4 in) |
| Height | 1,485 mm (58.5 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,054 kg (4,528 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Lincoln MKZ (China) Lincoln Continental (China) |
The Lincoln Z, previously known as the Lincoln Zephyr, is an American mid-size luxury sedan produced since 2022 by Changan Ford, a joint venture between Chinese automaker Changan Automobile and American automaker Ford Motor Company, and sold by Lincoln Motor Company, a subsidiary of Ford.
Overview[edit]
On April 21, 2021 at Auto Shanghai, Lincoln revealed the Zephyr Reflection Concept, which previewed an upcoming China-built vehicle designed to replace both the discontinued North American Lincoln MKZ and Lincoln Continental that were previously imported to Chinese market.[3] The production Chinese Lincoln Zephyr was revealed on November 19, 2021 at Auto Guangzhou.[4][5][6]
The Lincoln Zephyr went on sale in China as the Lincoln Z in March 2022.[7]
Specifications[edit]
The Lincoln Z is powered by Changan Ford's CAF488WQC 2.0-litre turbocharged gasoline engine, with an output of 243 hp (181 kW; 246 PS) and 376 N⋅m (277 lb⋅ft) of torque, giving the car a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph). The Z uses an 8-speed automatic transmission and is front-wheel drive.[5][8]
Sales[edit]
| Calendar year | China[9] |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 14,062 |
| 2023 | 13,839 |
References[edit]
- ^ "LINCOLN ZEPHYR, NEW GENERATION LUXURY". autodesignmagazine.com. 2021-05-08. Retrieved 2022-07-28.
- ^ Kable, Greg (9 November 2021). "Ford Mondeo continues into new generation in China". Autocar. Retrieved 20 November 2021.
- ^ Caparella, Joey (19 April 2021). "Lincoln Zephyr Name Returns on a Nice-Looking Sedan for China". Car and Driver. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
- ^ Glon, Ronan (24 September 2021). "Is this the production version of the Lincoln Zephyr concept?". AutoBlog. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
- ^ a b de Feijter, Tycho (9 November 2021). "Lincoln Zephyr Is A New Luxury Sedan For China". Car News China. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
- ^ Bell, Sebastien (19 November 2021). "Lincoln Unveils The Attractive New 2022 Zephyr Sedan At Auto Guangzhou". Carscoops. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
- ^ de Feijter, Tycho (22 March 2022). "Lincoln Zephyr Sedan Launched On The Chinese Car Market". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 22 June 2022.
- ^ Bell, Sebastien (9 November 2021). "Lincoln's New 2023 Zephyr Sedan Breaks Cover In China, But It Ain't For U.S." Carscoops. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
- ^ "易车网林肯车型销量". Bitauto. 18 February 2024.
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