EPA Certifies 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid at 41 MPG in the City, 36 MPG on Highway

EPA Certifies 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid at 41 MPG in the City, 36 MPG on Highway

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today certified that the 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid achieves 41 miles per gallon in the city and 36 mpg on the highway, making it the most fuel-efficient luxury sedan in America.

The model, which will go on sale this fall, tops its nearest competitor - the 2010 Lexus HS 250h - in fuel economy (by 6 mpg in the city), engine power, passenger room, standard luxury (leather upholstery and genuine wood) and segment-exclusive safety features.

The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid uses Ford's second-generation hybrid technology, the 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle I-4 hybrid engine.

The combined gasoline engine and electric motor provide 191 net horsepower. Plus, the pure electric mode on the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid extends to 47 mph - compared with the Lexus HS 250h battery-only mode, which reaches just 25 mph.

Pricing has not been announced.

Scott Doggett:  is an AutoObserver.com Associate Editor.