2010 Lincoln MKZ gets more luxurious Executive Appearance Package

Ford recently announced a new trim-level to the 2010 Ford Lincoln MKZ, dubbed as Executive Appearance Package. The package adds more traditional luxury appointments and expands the range of Lincoln MKZ option packages.

The 2010 Lincoln MKZ Executive Appearance Package is available with Dark Charcoal or Cashmere color, leather-trimmed seats, a unique door trim with stitching, genuine swirl walnut wood instrument panel accents and console and premium front and rear floor mats with the Lincoln star.

Executive Appearance Package is also available with new exterior colors, including Tuxedo Black, White Platinum, Brilliant Silver, Sterling Gray and Sangria Red. Customers also 17in machined aluminum or chrome wheels as standard, with larger 18in polished aluminum wheels available as an option.

Power still comes from the award-winning 3.5L V6 Duratec engine that produces 263-hp and a maximum torque of 249 lb-ft. EPA-estimated fuel-economy comes in at 18/27 mpg (city/highway) for the front-wheel drive MKZ. The engine uses a compact, lightweight dual-overhead cam valvetrain for peak power and smooth operation at high RPMs. It also incorporates intake variable cam timing to optimize valve timing for a smooth idle and a broader torque curve.

Pricing should be revealed closer to the launch of the Executive Appearance Package in the late summer.