A true American mid-sized luxury sedan offers extensive standard features.

In 2008, the Lincoln MKZ, a premium five-passenger sedan, has a more powerful Duratec 35 V-6 engine, which delivers a peppy 263 horsepower and 249 lb.-ft of torque for a confident, relaxed ride.

The crisp, powerful exterior design, with its standard waterfall chrome grille and solar tinted windshield is just a preview of what the interior of the MKZ holds for customers. Inside, accents such as a leather-wrapped shifter knob and steering wheel, auto-dimming mirror, keyless entry system and power-heated front seats are indicative of the superior comfort level Lincoln MKZ owners can expect from their vehicle.

The 2008 Lincoln MKZ packs more features than before, setting the standard of excellence for a luxury mid-sized sedan, including:

• SYNC, a voice-activated in-car communication and entertainment system that fully integrates most Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones and digital media players, providing customers hands-free cell phone and music selection capabilities
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System
• Front-bumper mounted fog lamps
• Power windows
• Rear window defroster
• Reverse sensing system
• Belt-Minder® — Driver and passenger safety belt reminder
• Power four-wheel ventilated disc anti-lock brake system (ABS)
• Dual-stage front airbags for driver and front passenger
• Crash severity sensor

Available with an automatic transmission and all-wheel drive, optional features include a power moonroof and voice-activated navigation system. Customers can enhance their entertainment enjoyment by opting for the THX® II Certified Car Audio System with AM/FM six-disc in-dash CD-changer/MP3 and 14 Speakers, which includes two subwoofers, 12 amplifier channels and 600 watts of power.