2006 Lincoln Zephyr - Expert Reviews
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We have scoured the web for expert reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 11 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.| Ranking | Details |
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2006 lincoln zephyr Professional Edmunds ReviewSource: Edmunds...Safety: Four-wheel antilock disc brakes are standard on all Zephyr models, along with traction control. Oddly, stability control is not offered. The Zephyr includes standard front-seat side airbags and head-protecting side curtain airbags for all outboard occupants.Additionally, the B-pillars (between the front and rear doors) are reinforced to direct side-impact energy down and away from passengers during a crash. The roof structure is similarly reinforced to pass proposed rollover crush standards that won't take effect until 2009. In NHTSA crash tests, the Lincoln Zephyr posted four stars... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Options include the THX II-Certified audio system, which comes with 10-speaker surround sound. An optional DVD-based navigation system features a 6.5-inch screen and text-to-speech technology for travel directions in three languages. Under the Hood The Zephyr's Duratec 3.0-liter V-6 produces 221 horsepower and 205 pounds-feet of torque. The V-6 mates with a six-speed-automatic transmission. Safety Lincoln's Personal Safety System includes seat-mounted side-impact airbags and side curtain-type airbags. All-disc antilock brakes incorporate electronic brake-force distribution and traction... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...INTERIOR: Zephyr is beautifully furnished inside, with lush textures and tasteful applications of wood and leather. The interior feels bigger than the car's midsize dimensions. All the rich fittings come standard, including a superb audio system, full power front seats and dual-zone climate control. The only thing added to the test car was a pricey navigation system and seat heating and cooling. BOTTOM LINE: At a base price less than $30,000, Zephyr is a solid value among luxury cars. In coming months, watch for several more Lincoln model introductions as Lincoln chases Cadillac's newfound... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr OverviewSource: CarGurus...While the 0-60 dash came in at 7.3, slightly faster than the lighter Fusion, but slower than most of its in class brethren. Reviewers faulted the 221-hp, 3.0 Duratec V6 for being noisy at the high end and technologically out dated.The interior received unanimous praise for its perforated leather seating, real wood trim, and overall appointments. Front passengers are treated to a 10-way-power-adjustable, heated front seats (optional: cooling), and effective electroluminescent lighting for easy day or night instrument visibility. All reviewers praised the optional 600-watt THX sound system for... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Those who desire a Lincoln-badged sedan and an ample sprinkling of luxury features in a pleasant-looking package will probably go for it. Those who want more pop with their luxury probably will find this Lincoln lacking. It's a fine line, to be sure, but kudos to Lincoln and its Ford Motor Co. bosses for producing a car that a wider range of consumers will find affordable. Dropping $30,000 on a family sedan these days is commonplace, and certainly no indication that you've achieved captain-of-industry stature. But with a Zephyr parked in the driveway, it might be enough to make you feel like... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...Other signs of cost cutting can be found. When open, the hood uses a prop rod for support rather than gas struts. While this setup is fine for a four-cylinder Ford Fusion, it doesn't cut it on a car that starts at just under $30,000. The trunk lid also lacks an interior handle for closing the lid without having to touch the exterior. The Zephyr's 15.8-cubic-foot trunk is larger than the Acura TL's, Lexus ES 330's and Volvo S60's. It features gas struts that don't intrude on the cargo area but do allow the trunk to wobble slightly when closing it if you don't have your hand in the center of... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...With both these upgrades, the sticker is still less than $30,000 before taxes. Lincoln sold 14,994 Zephyrs in its first year on the market in 1936. It won't say what sales expectations are for the '06 models, but insiders hint 30,000 units annually is possible. In October, its first full month in showrooms, sales topped 1,200 units. Ford can switch output at its plant in Mexico to build more or less Zephyrs, Milans or Fusions based on demand. The new Zephyr is a welcome addition to the lineup because too little time and too little money were spent on keeping the Lincoln lineup viable. Now... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...10-way power driver and passenger seats with power lumbar and recline; projector-beam headlights and LED taillights; and rear-seat reading lights. The leather-covered steering wheel has a Lincoln star in its center. Seats are covered with a soft premium leather, and the rear seat has a fold-down armrest. As in the front, rear door panels are trimmed with satin aluminum. This will be the first new front-wheel-drive Lincoln since the Continental, which featured front drive from 1988-2002, the company said. Ford does have plans to extend front drive to the next-generation LS model in 2007... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The CTS raised the bar this model year with a renewed commitment to high-tech features, including XM Nav Traffic, which provides continuously updated traffic information and comes standard on cars with DVD navigation. I had a mixed reaction to the Zephyr's driving characteristics. The sedan's suspension has been tuned to have a bit of a tamer feel than the Fusion. The Zephyr's ride, while comfortable, is not floaty or marshmallowy, like you used to feel on an old Lincoln Town Car. The Zephyr handled well on the twisty turns on our route through New England, but the steering felt light and... |
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2006 Lincoln Zephyr Professional Cars.com ReviewSource: Cars.com...The screen is easy to read, and the menu system is logical. The test car's THX stereo delivered crisp, clean sound that was a delight to the ears. The Zephyr is not a large car, despite the 107.4-inch wheelbase, but it has decent space inside. The back seat has 37 inches of leg-room, and the trunk is generous. The split-folding rear seat affords space for long items. The little Lincoln's interior overshadows the exterior. The body's elegant simplicity is dominated by the waterfall grille, while added visual interest comes from the high-intensity headlights and LED taillights. Understatement... |
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