Overview
The 2016 Lincoln MKZ makes for an excellent contender in the midsize sedan segment. With four trims on offer, the 2018 Lincoln MKZ retails at a base MSRP of $35,605 competing directly with the Infiniti Q50, the Acura TLX, and the BMW 3 Series 328i. With the 2 trim levels, the Lincoln MKZ offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine capable of making 240 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 300 horsepower-making a 3.7L V6 engine. Both engines are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Lincoln MKZ reaches 60 MPH from zero in 7.2 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 6.7 seconds with the 3.7L V6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Lincoln MKZ can manage a combined fuel economy between 20 and 24 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 9 striking colors the Lincoln MKZ comes in really pull you towards itself.
