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Lincoln to Price MKZ Hybrid at Parity with Gasoline Model

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As a comparison, the 2011 Lexus HS 250h Standard—which Ford uses as the MKZ Hybrid’s closest competition— carries an MSRP of $35,100; the premium model for 2011 carries an MSRP of $37,870. The 2011 HS 250h models go on sale this fall as well. The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. Click to enlarge.

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Audi Sets US Pricing for 2010 MY A3 TDI Clean Diesel; Arrives in Showrooms in Late November 2009

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L/100km) highway cycle fuel economy—the highest highway fuel economy in the luxury car category, according to US Environmental Protection Agency estimates. The A3 TDI offers 140 hp (103 kW) and 236 lb-ft (320 N·m) of torque; EPA-estimated fuel economy is 30/42 mpg US city/highway. L/100 km (50.0 Earlier post.).

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Total Sales of Toyota and Lexus Hybrids Top 1M Mark in US

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One year later in April 2006, the Lexus GS 450h made its debut as the world’s first front-engine, rear-wheel drive, full-hybrid performance sedan. The all-new RX Hybrid will feature an updated version of Lexus Hybrid Drive that will improve fuel economy by up to 20% while generating 27 more horsepower than its predecessor.

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Ford Introduces 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid; Projected 41 mpg City

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liter Atkinson-cycle I-4 hybrid engine, and earlier applied in the Fusion and Milan hybrid sedans. Ford notes that the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s projected fuel economy tops its nearest competitor—the 2010 Lexus HS 250h—by 6 mpg, while providing room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and segment-exclusive safety features.

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Lexus Will Bring CT 200h Premium Compact Hybrid To US Market in Early 2011

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The new CT 200h debuted at the 2010 Geneva Auto Show in early March and will join the HS 250h as Lexus’ second dedicated hybrid. Atkinson cycle four-cylinder gas engine with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) and Lexus Hybrid Drive technology. Earlier post.). The CT 200h is powered by a 1.8L Click to enlarge.

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2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid EPA-Rated at 41 mpg City/36 mpg Highway; Most Fuel Efficient Luxury Sedan in US

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The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid’s final fuel economy certification was completed this week. It tops its nearest competitor—the 2010 Lexus HS 250h—by 6 mpg. It also trumps the Lexus HS 250h with room for one more passenger and more standard luxury and segment-exclusive safety features, Ford notes.

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