When the writers at CNET took the all new Lincoln MKZ Hybrid out for a test drive, they were not concerned with heading to a race course. Nope, there wasn't a time trial, a 0 - 60 speed recording or twists and turns around the track.

CNET wantsed to test maximum miles per gallon range, as well as the range of MKZ's electric motor.

The 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid, which is available to test drive now at dealership lots, has been rated with a 47 mile max EV range, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Meaning that's how…