2019 Lincoln MKZ

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Rating7.5

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$35,995 - $46,995
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 2, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Very well-equipped for the price

The cabin quality could've been better

Few feature revisions and shuffling across the lineup

Instant power at your disposal with the V6

The base engine feels underpowered

Refined ride and handling

Specs & Features

$35,995

price

245 hp @ 5500 rpm

horsepower

275 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

torque

6-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A

engine

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basic warranty

Overview

The 2019 Lincoln MKZ makes for an excellent contender in the midsize sedan segment. With three trims on offer, the 2019 Lincoln MKZ retails at a base MSRP of $35,995 competing directly with the Ford Fusion, the Chrysler 300, and the Toyota Camry. With the three trim levels, the Lincoln MKZ offers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.0L turbocharged Inline-4 engine capable of making 245 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 350 horsepower-making 3.0L turbocharged V6 engine. Both engines are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The Lincoln MKZ reaches 60 MPH from zero in 7.6 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 5.1 seconds with the 3.0L turbocharged V6. Depending on the powertrain, the Lincoln MKZ can manage a combined fuel economy between 24 and 20 MPG. While we're on the topic of choices, the 9 striking colors the Lincoln MKZ comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The MKZ sedan is available in three trim levels and comes with two powertrain options. Choosing the V6-powered trim with the available Luxury Package is a good choice. There are some features that make it worth mentioning, such as the Panoramic Retractable Roof and the Premium LED headlights.

Trims

    Base
    $35,995 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl FWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 245 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 275 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 24 mpg
    Reserve I
    $38,995 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 245 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 275 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg
    Reserve II
    $44,995 onwards
    • Engine: 2.0L 4cyl AWD 6A
    • Horsepower: 245 hp @ 5500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 275 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.7 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 23 mpg

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Rating

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Torque

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Capacity

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2019 Lincoln MKZ vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    7 sec15.2 sec-
    4.4 sec14.7 sec143 mph
    4.7 sec13.0 sec-
    4.7 sec12.9 sec-
    2019 Audi A7

    Ranked #3

    5.2 sec13.7 sec130 mph
    5.4 sec13.9 sec130 mph

    2019 Lincoln MKZ vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      20 mpg31 mpg24 mpg16.5 gal.346.5/511.5 mi.
      29 mpg41 mpg34 mpg14.5 gal.420.5/594.5 mi.
      2019 Audi A4

      Ranked #2

      27 mpg34 mpg30 mpg15.3 gal.413.1/520.2 mi.
      25 mpg34 mpg28 mpg19.5 gal.487.5/663 mi.
      24 mpg36 mpg28 mpg14.5 gal.348/522 mi.
      24 mpg34 mpg27 mpg18 gal.432/612 mi.

      2019 Lincoln MKZ vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        194.1 in.73.4 in.58.2 in.8 in.112.2 in.
        207.2 in.76.7 in.58.3 in.6 in.124.8 in.
        200.9 in.72.9 in.59.4 in.7 in.111.7 in.
        200.1 in.74.4 in.57.1 in.6 in.120.5 in.
        198.4 in.75 in.58.2 in.4.9 in.120.2 in.
        197.2 in.74.6 in.54.8 in.5 in.116.9 in.

        2019 Lincoln MKZ vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          15.4 cu.ft.96.5 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.
          2019 Audi A6

          Ranked #1

          13.7 cu.ft.101.5 cu.ft.323.1 cu.ft.
          14.3 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.14.3 cu.ft.
          2019 Audi A7

          Ranked #3

          24.9 cu.ft.127.3 cu.ft.97.1 cu.ft.
          16 cu.ft.102.8 cu.ft.83.1 cu.ft.
          16.7 cu.ft.99.9 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.

          2019 Lincoln MKZ vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            79.2 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.15.4 cu.ft.-
            29.9 cu.ft.30 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.-
            2019 Audi A6

            Ranked #3

            323.1 cu.ft.13.7 cu.ft.323.1 cu.ft.-
            6.9 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.-
            68.6 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.18.7 cu.ft.-
            61 cu.ft.10.5 cu.ft.61 cu.ft.79 ft.

            2019 Lincoln MKZ vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              1000 lbs.-3739 lbs.
              2000 lbs.950 lbs.3870 lbs.
              1000 lbs.2016 lbs.3985 lbs.
              1000 lbs.905 lbs.3649 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1153 lbs.3652 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3410 lbs.

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