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2011 Lincoln MKX

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Rating8.1

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Midsize SUV
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$39,415 - $41,265
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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Loaded with plenty of standard features

Rivals are more fun to drive

Gets more power

Roomy cabin and spacious cargo area

Transmission is occasionally clunky

Refreshed exterior styling

Excellent ride quality and a capable powertrain

Controversial front-end styling

Specs & Features

$39,415

price

305 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.7L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Lincoln MKX SUV is a proud member of the midsize luxury SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Lexus RX 350, the BMW X5, and the Volvo XC60. Available in a single trim, the MKX SUV starts off at a base price of MSRP $39,415 and carries on to $41,265. Its 3.7L V6 engine and 6-speed automatic transmission give the SUV 305 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 7.1 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the MKX SUV manages to get a combined EPA rating of 21 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 7.9 inches.

Buying Advice

The 2011 Lincoln MKX SUV is a luxurious SUV offered in a single trim. We recommend adding the Premium package that adds a rearview camera, interior mood lighting, a heated/power-adjustable steering wheel, upgraded leather upholstery, heated second-row seats, and some other features.

Trims

    Base
    $39,415 onwards
    • 18-inch painted aluminum Wheels
    • 3 - 1st row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Sirius AM/FM/Satellite

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8.1
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Price

$39,415- $41,265

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.1

Horsepower

305 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

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2011 Buick Enclave

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2011 Cadillac SRX

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2011 Ford Explorer

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2011 Infiniti FX50

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2011 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		6.5 sec15.1 sec-
    		5.3 sec13.7 sec-
    		5.8 sec14.5 sec-
    2011 BMW X5

    Ranked #3

    		6 sec14.7 sec130 mph
    		6.2 sec14.9 sec132 mph
    		6.46 sec12.4 sec181 mph
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    2011 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		19 mpg26 mpg21 mpg18 gal.342/468 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.333/462.5 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg19.2 gal.345.6/480 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg20 mpg21 gal.378/525 mi.
      		17 mpg25 mpg20 mpg18.6 gal.316.2/465 mi.
      		17 mpg24 mpg19 mpg22 gal.374/528 mi.

      2011 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        		SourceCompare
        		186.7 in.76 in.67.3 in.7.9 in.111.2 in.
        		201.8 in.79 in.72.5 in.8.4 in.118.9 in.
        2011 Audi Q7

        Ranked #2

        		200.3 in.78.1 in.68.4 in.8.1 in.118.2 in.
        		197.1 in.78.9 in.70.4 in.7.6 in.112.6 in.
        		192.4 in.78.5 in.62.8 in.7.9 in.108.3 in.
        2011 BMW X6

        Ranked #5

        		192.1 in.78.1 in.66.5 in.8 in.115.5 in.

        2011 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          		SourceCompare
          		32.3 cu.ft.108.4 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.
          		8.8 cu.ft.-170.4 cu.ft.
          		23.7 cu.ft.93 cu.ft.62.9 cu.ft.
          		21 cu.ft.151.7 cu.ft.80.7 cu.ft.
          		40 cu.ft.99.7 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          		45.2 cu.ft.-79.5 cu.ft.

          2011 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            		SourceCompare
            		97.1 cu.ft.32.3 cu.ft.68.6 cu.ft.-
            2011 Audi Q7

            Ranked #2

            		44.6 cu.ft.10.9 cu.ft.72.5 cu.ft.-
            		170.4 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.170.4 cu.ft.-
            		18 cu.ft.-18 cu.ft.-
            		49.5 cu.ft.27.5 cu.ft.57.3 cu.ft.-
            		67.4 cu.ft.30.8 cu.ft.67.4 cu.ft.-

            2011 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		3500 lbs.909 lbs.4251 lbs.
              		7716 lbs.1698 lbs.4398 lbs.
              		7700 lbs.1462 lbs.4711 lbs.
              2011 Audi Q7

              Ranked #3

              		6600 lbs.1279 lbs.5192 lbs.
              		6500 lbs.1295 lbs.5305 lbs.
              2011 BMW X6

              Ranked #5

              		6000 lbs.937 lbs.4894 lbs.

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