Is the Lincoln MKZ rear-wheel drive?
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The Lincoln MKZ is not rear-wheel drive; it is a front-wheel-drive vehicle. The Lincoln MKZ is a mid-size sedan equipped with three types of engines: a low-power version of the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a high-power version of the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, and a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine. The model with the 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine is a hybrid variant. The Lincoln MKZ has body dimensions of 4931mm in length, 1864mm in width, and 1468mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2848mm. The front suspension of this car uses a MacPherson independent suspension, while the rear suspension employs a multi-link independent suspension.
I remember the Lincoln MKZ is indeed not rear-wheel drive, with all models featuring either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive layouts. Last year, I accompanied my childhood friend for a test drive. The 2.0T version had solid front-wheel grip, but you could feel the steering wheel fighting you during sharp turns. The salesperson mentioned that the higher trim could be equipped with an all-wheel-drive version, where the rear wheels would receive some power distribution, but strictly speaking, it's not a true rear-wheel-drive car. If you're after drifting and handling, the Cadillac CT5 might be more suitable. The MKZ is better suited for smooth driving, especially on snowy and icy roads in northern regions, where it feels much more stable than rear-wheel-drive cars.
