The 2018 Lincoln MKX ranked #17 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Lincoln MKX has a score of 8.0 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 24 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Cushioned handling Light on the wallet for the class, heavy on features Top-tier crash test scores
Cons Below-average gas mileage
The 2018 Lincoln MKX has an athletic feel and a classy interior, but we wish that its most advanced safety tech was available at a lower price point.
Pros Robust V-6 engines Comfortable, upmarket interior Good infotainment system Rides and handles well Conservatively handsome looks
Cons Thirsty lineup lacks hybrid option Frustrating push-button shifter Advanced safety tech is costly Is Lincoln a true luxury brand?
The MKX is unchanged for the 2018 model year.Overall, we recommend the MKX's Select trim level. It's just above the base Premiere trim level and adds a few creature comforts. More important, it's the key to getting desirable options packages such as the Climate package and the Select Plus package
PROS Quiet interior with spacious rear seating Comfortable ride quality A lot of features for the money Strong turbocharged V6 engine option
CONS Interior quality isn't as high as that of many European rivals Thick roof pillars and a small rear window impair rear visibility
The 2019 MKZ packs plenty of standard features, so there's a certain amount of value to be had here considering rival cars are typically more expensive.Expanded standard feature availability.Turbocharged V6 engine now only available on the top Reserve II trim.
Pros Comes well-equipped with many standard features Hybrid model available at no extra charge Impressively quick acceleration with turbocharged V6 engine option
Cons Underwhelming interior quality Short on interior space given its exterior size Slower-than-average acceleration with the base engine
The 2019 Lincoln MKZ ranked #14 in Luxury Midsize Cars. Currently the Lincoln MKZ has a score of 7.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 34 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Comfortable ride Above-average trunk space Lower price than many rivals
Cons Some disappointing interior materials Below-average cabin space Not as sporty as rivals
