Lincoln Z
| Lincoln Zephyr | ||
|---|---|---|
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 a 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
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
The Lincoln Z is powered by Changan Ford's CAF488WQC 2.0-liter 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
| Calendar year | China[9] |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 14,062 |
| 2023 | 13,839 |
References
- ^ "LINCOLN ZEPHYR, NEW GENERATION LUXURY". autodesignmagazine.com. May 8, 2021. Retrieved July 28, 2022.
- ^ Kable, Greg (November 9, 2021). "Ford Mondeo continues into new generation in China". Autocar. Retrieved November 20, 2021.
- ^ Caparella, Joey (April 19, 2021). "Lincoln Zephyr Name Returns on a Nice-Looking Sedan for China". Car and Driver. Retrieved November 9, 2021.
- ^ Glon, Ronan (September 24, 2021). "Is this the production version of the Lincoln Zephyr concept?". AutoBlog. Retrieved November 9, 2021.
- ^ a b de Feijter, Tycho (November 9, 2021). "Lincoln Zephyr Is A New Luxury Sedan For China". Car News China. Retrieved November 9, 2021.
- ^ Bell, Sebastien (November 19, 2021). "Lincoln Unveils The Attractive New 2022 Zephyr Sedan At Auto Guangzhou". Carscoops. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
- ^ de Feijter, Tycho (March 22, 2022). "Lincoln Zephyr Sedan Launched On The Chinese Car Market". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved June 22, 2022.
- ^ Bell, Sebastien (November 9, 2021). "Lincoln's New 2023 Zephyr Sedan Breaks Cover In China, But It Ain't For U.S." Carscoops. Retrieved November 9, 2021.
- ^ "易车网林肯车型销量". Bitauto. February 18, 2024.
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