Lincoln

Expected Lincoln comfort, quality and driving experience paid forward in the 2010 Lincoln MKZ with updated design, new features and plusher interior

Customers who have come to equate Lincoln with elegant, modern design, unparalleled comfort, unrivaled features and top quality have still more reason to favor the brand: the new 2010 Lincoln MKZ mid-size sedan.

2010 Lincoln MKZ: 2010 MKZ joins new MKS and will be followed by MKT full-size luxury crossover next summer, further building on Lincoln’s successful portfolio

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* New Sport Appearance Package with sport-tuned suspension shifts driving experience to the next level, especially with optional all-wheel drive

Distinctive New Three-Row Lincoln MKT Offers Luxuries of Fuel Economy, Technology, Space

Lincoln is offering full-size luxury crossover customers a fresh new choice with the 2010 Lincoln MKT, a three-row tourer that delivers the optimal blend of fuel economy, performance, technology and spaciousness.

2010 Lincoln MKT: Joining the all-new Lincoln MKS and new 2010 Lincoln MKZ and further growing the brand’s momentum, Lincoln MKT will be available in dealer showrooms in late summer 2009

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EcoBoost™ Debut: Fuel-Efficient New V-6 Engine Gives Flagship Lincoln MKS the Power of a V-8

Launched last summer, the Lincoln MKS upholds the luxury and comfort standards unique to Lincoln. Now, with the addition of all-new EcoBoost engines, the Lincoln MKS also will deliver a compelling combination of V-8 power and V-6 fuel economy.

2010 Lincoln MKS: With the fuel economy of a V-6, the 3.5-liter EcoBoost engine delivers an impressive 355 horsepower and a responsive 350 lb.-ft. of torque across a broad rpm range giving the power of a normally aspirated 4.6-liter V-8

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2009 Lincoln Navigator: More Standard Features and Innovative Technology

America’s original full-size SUV, the Lincoln Navigator, has been delivering uncompromising levels of luxury, capability and convenience since 1998. For 2009, the award-winning Navigator brings even more to the big game by making many must-have options standard equipment while adding innovative new features and choices.

2009 Lincoln Navigator: Standard Comfort: Several comfort and convenience features are now standard on Lincoln's full-size SUV. They include Front Park Assist, Lincoln SYNC™; EasyFuel™ capless fuel fill; Rain-Sensing Wipers; Heated Second Row Seats, and the Rear View Camera system.

2009 Lincoln MKZ Offers Distinctive Luxury Look With 'Midnight Black' Package

Lincoln continues setting new standards for entry-level luxury sedans by offering a new interior design treatment that smartly blends basic black with MKZ’s sophisticated Lincoln look and richly appointed interior in 2009.

2009 Lincoln MKZ: Increased luxury: 2009 Lincoln MKZ adds a new level of luxury with a “Midnight Black” special-edition package. Premium leather seating surfaces and contrasting wood inserts help create a unique interior.

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Lincoln MKX Delivers More Standard Features, Innovative Technologies For 2009 Model Year

The 2009 Lincoln MKX is strength and elegance perfectly blended in a refined yet dynamic design. With features like the six-speed automatic transmission, available all-wheel-drive, standard heated-and-cooled front seats and available heated rear seats, the Lincoln MKX is poised to meet the demands of discriminating customers.

Lincoln MKT Production Confirmed As All-New Three-Row Luxury Crossover To Launch In 2009

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif., Aug. 15, 2008 - Kicking off the weekend marking the celebrated Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Lincoln today confirms it will produce the Lincoln MKT, a premium, three-row luxury crossover based on a the well-received concept vehicle.

Lincoln MKT Concept

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* Lincoln continues to expand its portfolio of luxury vehicles with the all-new, three-row Lincoln MKT set to be introduced during calendar year 2009 and redesigned Lincoln MKZ sedan to be shown at 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show

DEARBORN, Mich., Aug. 6, 2008 -- It shines, it glitters, it energizes and allures. In fact, the importance and psychology of color is unmistakable, even in the automotive realm. "It's critical," says Susan Sage, Color and Materials design manager, at Ford Motor Company. "Color creates an aesthetic emotion. If it's a color that the customer loves, if it gives them that sense of balance and comfort, they'll want it. It can make or break a sale."

2009 Lincoln MKS

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* Lincoln MKS palette choices enhance the vehicle's architectural elements, offer holistic design combinations.
* Psychology of color given strong consideration in choice of tones, depth and exterior-interior package.

DEARBORN, Mich., July 1, 2008 -- In the first half of 2008, sales of Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars and crossovers to retail customers were higher than a year ago. Retail sales for cars increased 3 percent and crossovers also were up (less than 1 percent). Together, cars and crossovers accounted for 59 percent of Ford's first half retail sales compared with 49 percent in the first half 2007.

2009 Lincoln MKS

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June:
- Ford, Lincoln and Mercury June sales totaled 167,090, down 28 percent versus year ago.
- Ford Focus' sales to individual retail customers were 9 percent higher than a year ago.
- 2009 Ford Flex and 2009 Lincoln MKS debut.
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DEARBORN, Mich., June 24, 2008– Taking a significant leap from the traditional 30- and 60-second broadcast advertising model, luxury automaker Lincoln is delivering a first this week with the national television launch of a three-minute movie featuring the all-new 2009 Lincoln MKS.

2009 Lincoln MKS

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* New ad campaign presents the all-new 2009 Lincoln MKS and is an industry-first, featuring a three-minute movie commercial scheduled to debut during the Black Entertainment Television Awards pre-show today.
* Partner 30- and 15-second spots will air on select television stations beginning today.