MKZ Hybrid is the Most Fuel Efficient Hybrid in Its Class

MKZ Hybrid

The market is ready for a hybrid that combines excellent gas mileage with luxury and the 2011 Lincoln MKZ is sure to deliver. Car buyers no longer want to drive a hybrid that's odd looking but neither do they want to be driving a luxury car that consumes a vast amount of gasoline. The MKZ is exactly what consumers are looking for; a fuel efficient hybrid that still offers modern styling and a luxururious interior.

Come and take a look at the two engines that power the beautiful MKZ. It makes use of both a 156 horsepower. 2.5 Liter four cylinder gas engine and a 106 horsepower electric motor for a combined total of 191 horsepower. This hybrid can go from 0 to 60 miles in a speedy 7.1 seconds. Gas mileage for the MKZ is the best in its class, this car gets a whopping 41 mpg in the city and 36 mpg on the freeway. This car get more than seven hundred miles in the city one just one tank of fuel, which it makes it extremely fuel efficient. And since we're on the topic of fuel, the MKZ utilizes a Capless Fuel-Filler which means that you no longer have to unscrew the cap every time you fill up.

The MKZ is classy and beautiful looking and sports an impressive grille. Great looking 17" alloy wheels are standard and the windshield is shielded for maximum noise reduction. The interior cabin is luxurious and roomy; the MKZ can comfortably seat five passengers. The MKZ combines luxury with thoughtful eco-friendliness; the seats are crafted in Bridge of Weir leather which is considered one of the most environmentally friendly leathers on the market. The interior walnut wood trim is not only exquisite to look at but it also comes from forests which are managed with rigid environmental controls. The MKZ can be upgraded with a voice activated navigation system, Bluetooth technology and mp3 player connectivity.

One very cool feature the MKZ offers is it's innovative SmartGauge with EcoGuide clusters. This enables the driver to monitor fuel efficiency, odometer, engine coolant temperature, fuel economy history, trip data and the number of miles left until the tank goes empty. The part that makes the LCD panel really stand out is the fun animations which let you know when you are driving for optimum fuel efficiency in the form of growing leaf and vine animations on the display. The better you drive, the more the leaves and vines grow. This feedback encourages you to drive more efficiently and it's also pretty fun to look at too!

The MKZ has more than ample safety features such as the dual front airbags which are only deployed when a seat is occupied. The Ford Belt-Minder system is also in place, which reminds passengers to wear their seatbelts. Parents will be relieved to know that the MKZ utilizes Ford's MyKey system, which lets parents control the maximum speed that their teenagers can drive.

Make sure to check out the 2011 MKZ Lincoln if you are looking for the ultimate hybrid luxury car. This groundbreaking car set to debut in the fall of 2010 at a base price of around $35,000. This is an excellent price for a car that has been deemed the most fuel-efficient luxury vehicle in its class. With a clean and modern design, a roomy and comfortable interior, the fun instrument clusters and most importantly the incredible fuel efficiency, the 2011 MKZ is the top choice when it comes to luxury hybrids.