Entry-level luxury hybrids are rare birds: only the Lexus HS 250h matches the MKZ's hybrid spec sheet directly, and the Lexus feels oddly cramped and poorly finished for its brand, and fuel economy is lower than the Lincoln's.
The Buick LaCrosse has better dynamics and a sweetly tuned drivetrain, though interior space is somewhat pinched.
The new Chrysler 300 is Sinatra-cool, with big chairs for big people and big HEMI power if you want it.
Volvo's S60 is a sober take on this luxury class, with a muted, upscale interior and turbo power if you so order it.
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The 2011 Lincoln MKZ has a foot in both luxury worlds, with buttery leather and wood for traditionalists, and hybrid power with flower petals for the high-minded greens. |
A riper, more mature Chrysler 300 renews our faith in restrained American styling--and in big V-8, rear-drive fun. |
Volvo is no longer just for those who want to play it safe; the new S60 is a stylish and well-designed sport sedan that's very enjoyable to drive - even if it trades off a bit of edginess for comfort and refinement. |
| MSRP From | ||
| $34,645 | $27,170 | $37,700 |
| Gas Mileage | ||
| 17 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||
| Gas/Electric I4 | Gas V6 | Twin-Scroll Turbocharged Gas I6 |
| EPA Class | ||
| Midsize Cars | Large | Compact |
| Style Name | ||
| 4-Door Sedan Hybrid FWD | 4-Door Sedan RWD *Ltd Avail* | 4-Door Sedan |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||
| 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | ||
| N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||
| 4 Door Sedan | Sedan | 4 Door Sedan |
| Transmission | ||
| Continuously variable ratio | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic, |
| Detailed Spec Comparison | ||
| 2011 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2011 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Lincoln MKZ vs. 2011 Volvo S60 | |
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