Lincoln C concept
Ford's Lincoln division is breaking new ground with the Lincoln C concept, a car Lincoln calls a big idea for a small luxury car. Ford's vision: a small, more fuel-efficient car for congested urban areas and compact parking spaces that still provide driver and passengers with luxury and comfort of larger sedans. Ford hopes the concept's size, lightweight construction and use of sustainable materials make the Lincoln C stand out. The C rides on a modified European Focus platform and is powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter, direct injection EcoBoost four, producing 180 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. The engine is mated to a six-speed twin clutch transmission. The car has a stop-start feature, and Lincoln said it will get 43 mpg on the highway. The car's low shoulder line makes it look low and wide. It is about as long as Focus but as wide as a Lincoln MKZ. The front end is definitely all Lincoln while the rear is Renaultesque. There is no B-pillar or center post. The center-opening doors -- a classic Lincoln trait from the 1961 Continental -- allow access to first- and second-row bench seats.
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