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2012 Lincoln MKX

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Rating7.5

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Midsize SUV
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$39,545 - $41,395
Starting Price 

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Nathan Dyer 

Senior Editor,

Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Charming style and awe-inspiring paint finish

Annoying tech interface

No major updates for the 2012 year

Splendid fuel economy figures

Average throttle response

Class-leading rear legroom

Transmission shifting is not always smooth

Specs & Features

$39,545

price

305 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.7L 6cyl FWD 6A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2012 Lincoln MKX SUV is a proud member of the midsize SUV segment, locking horns with cars like the Lexus RX 350 SUV, the Infiniti FX35 SUV, and the Mercedes-Benz M-Class SUV. With standalone trim, the MKX starts off at a base price of MSRP of $39,545. Its 3.7L V6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters give the SUV 305 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 7.3 seconds and boasts a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the MKX manages to get a combined EPA rating of 22 MPG, an above-average number for the class, giving it an edge. It also has a ground clearance of 7.9 inches.

Buying Advice

For $1,850, all-wheel drive is also given but with this system, the combined fuel economy drops by 3 MPG. That said, our favorite pick is the Premium package which adds a backup camera, heated rear seats, a power tilt/telescoping steering column with memory, and more for $2,850. Meanwhile, the $6,535 Elite package is also offered which includes all contents of the previous package plus voice-controlled navigation, a surround-sound sound system, a panoramic roof with dual power sunshades, and more.

Trims

    Base
    $39,545 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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Engine

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Rating

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Horsepower

305 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

Capacity

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2012 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-
    		5.9 sec14.5 sec-
    		6.2 sec14.9 sec132 mph
    		6.46 sec14.6 sec92 mph
    2012 BMW X6

    Ranked #6

    		6.6 sec15.1 sec122 mph
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    2012 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      		SourceCompare
      		19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg18 gal.342/468 mi.
      		19 mpg25 mpg21 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/462.5 mi.
      		18 mpg25 mpg21 mpg19.2 gal.345.6/480 mi.
      		20 mpg25 mpg20 mpg18.6 gal.334.8/465 mi.
      		17 mpg24 mpg19 mpg22 gal.374/528 mi.
      		17 mpg22 mpg19 mpg27.7 gal.418.2/541.2 mi.

      2012 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.
        2012 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.
        2012 BMW X6

        Ranked #5

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

        2012 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.-93.2 cu.ft.
          		11.6 cu.ft.141.4 cu.ft.91.9 cu.ft.
          		21 cu.ft.151.7 cu.ft.80.7 cu.ft.
          		40 cu.ft.100.9 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          		45.2 cu.ft.124 cu.ft.79.5 cu.ft.

          2012 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.-
            		64 cu.ft.32.1 cu.ft.64 cu.ft.-
            		10.8 cu.ft.33.8 cu.ft.71 cu.ft.-
            		80.3 cu.ft.40 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            		83.1 cu.ft.21 cu.ft.80.7 cu.ft.-
            2012 Audi Q7

            Ranked #6

            		44.6 cu.ft.10.9 cu.ft.72.5 cu.ft.-

            2012 Lincoln MKX vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              		SourceCompare
              		3500 lbs.909 lbs.4236 lbs.
              		7716 lbs.1219 lbs.5540 lbs.
              		7716 lbs.1698 lbs.4398 lbs.
              		7700 lbs.1287 lbs.4711 lbs.
              		7200 lbs.1532 lbs.4753 lbs.
              2012 Audi Q7

              Ranked #4

              		6600 lbs.1279 lbs.5291 lbs.

              2012 Lincoln MKX SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              1

              Recalls

              0

              Investigations

              84

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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