Key Specifications

Powertrain: 2.0L 4-cylinder Atkinson-cycle engine paired with an electric motor and lithium-ion battery, producing a combined 188 horsepower.

Transmission: Electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT) with a unique push-button gear selector on the dashboard.

Fuel Economy: EPA-estimated 38 city / 37 highway / 38 combined MPG. Note: Early 2013 marketing claimed 45 MPG, but figures were later revised.

Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive (FWD) only; All-wheel drive (AWD) was not available on hybrid models.

Standard "Basic" Features

Even the base model was well-equipped for its time:

Technology: 8-inch "MyLincoln Touch" infotainment screen, SYNC connectivity, and a 10.1-inch LCD customizable instrument cluster.

Comfort: Leather-trimmed heated front seats with 10-way power adjustment, dual-zone automatic climate control, and active noise cancellation.

Exterior: Adaptive LED headlights, LED taillights, and 18-inch premium alloy wheels.

Performance: "Lincoln Drive Control," which automatically adjusts the adaptive suspension (CCD), steering, and engine response.