What is it? Lincoln explores a small, urban-centric offering with the
C concept. Small on the outside in contrast with other Lincolns on display,
the C design seeks to maximize interior space. Accessed via suicide-type
doors, the cockpit has slender, wavey seats and a decidedly sci-fi flare.
As demonstrated in a clever video, the C has showcases a futuristic version
of Sync. Building on the features in the latest Sync release, the C allows
the driver to interact via natural-language voice commands with an
intelligent interface, represented by an animated, human avatar. Being a
connected, mobile device, the C demonstration included cell phone, text
messaging, calendar, and smart music play list operations. The avatar named
"Eva" brought the functions to life, acting as a digital assistant.
What is new or notable: The C features a 1.6-liter EcoBoost engine
the produces 178 horsepower and achieves a reported 43 mpg on the highway.
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