WK: I like the Zephyr. It could be a little flashier, but I don’t believe that is Lincoln’s intent. They aren’t
running with Cadillac, BMW or Mecrcedes anymore. They will be the front wheel drive American luxury company. But when I
compare them to the other front wheel drive lux company (Acura) they seem a bit off. The Mark LT and the Chopper are
just distractions on Lincoln’s path to true rebuilding. I have a wait-and-see attitude with these guys.
Grade: B-
DT: The Zephyr is a looker. My photos don’t do it justice. The interior looks unreal. With the Mazda 6 as its
starting point I can only guess that it is a pleasing drive. Unfortunately with only this and a bloated Mark LT on
display Lincoln has a long way to go before the brand can reclaim a name for itself outside of Ford
Lincoln-Mercury.
Grade: C