Lincoln Zephyr (China)

The Lincoln Zephyr is a Chinese mid-size luxury sedan to be produced starting 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.

For the 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, see Lincoln MKZ. For the 1936-1942 Lincoln Zephyr, see Lincoln-Zephyr.
Lincoln Zephyr
Overview
ManufacturerChangan Ford
Production2022–present
Body and chassis
ClassExecutive car (E)
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutTransverse, FF layout
PlatformFord C2[1]
RelatedFord Evos
Ford Mondeo
Powertrain
Engine2.0L EcoBoost CAF488WQC turbocharged engine
Transmission8-speed automatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,930 mm (115 in)
Length4,982 mm (196.1 in)
Width1,865 mm (73.4 in)
Height1,485 mm (58.5 in)
Curb weight2,054 kg (4,528 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorLincoln MKZ (China)
Lincoln Continental (China)

Overview
Lincoln Zephyr rear

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.[2] The production Chinese Lincoln Zephyr was revealed on November 19, 2021 at Auto Guangzhou.[3][4][5]

Specifications

The Chinese Lincoln Zephyr will be powered by Changan Ford's CAF488WQC 2.0-litre turbocharged engine, with an output of 246 hp (183 kW; 249 PS) and 376 N⋅m (277 lb⋅ft) of torque, giving the car a top speed of 225 km/h (140 mph). The Zephyr uses an 8-speed automatic transmission and is front-wheel drive.[4][6]


References
  1. Kable, Greg (9 November 2021). "Ford Mondeo continues into new generation in China". Autocar. Retrieved 20 November 2021.
  2. Caparella, Joey (19 April 2021). "Lincoln Zephyr Name Returns on a Nice-Looking Sedan for China". Car and Driver. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
  3. Glon, Ronan (24 September 2021). "Is this the production version of the Lincoln Zephyr concept?". AutoBlog. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
  4. de Feijter, Tycho (9 November 2021). "Lincoln Zephyr Is A New Luxury Sedan For China". Car News China. Retrieved 9 November 2021.
  5. Bell, Sebastien (19 November 2021). "Lincoln Unveils The Attractive New 2022 Zephyr Sedan At Auto Guangzhou". Carscoops. Retrieved 19 November 2021.
  6. 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.


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