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"When we last saw the , it was introduced as a concept at the North American International Auto Show in January 2006. Since then, the car has undergone quite a metamorphosis in both styling and performance.   The MKS concept, which rides on a 114.4-in. wheelbase and measures 203.8 in. overall, is intended as a new flagship for the brand. It replaces the previous front-drive Continental and offers buyer a more modern alternative to the traditional .   While the chassis remains the same \u2014 Ford&amp;#039;s global D-platform that also underpins the and (see ) \u2014 the powerplant has been revamped. It&amp;#039;s now a 270-bhp 3.7-liter V-6 mated to a 6-speed automatic, which promises greater performance than the 315 bhp from the 4.4-liter V-8 shown in the concept. The engine is still transversely mounted and drives all four wheels.   The basic shape of the body is similar to the show car&amp;#039;s however, the surfaces and the front end have been extensively reworked under the guidance of Peter Horbury. The production car now sports a new split waterfall grille inspired by late &amp;#039;30s and &amp;#039;40s Lincolns. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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