Overview & Reviews
The Lincoln MKX offers contemporary styling and a modern interior that moves the brand forward from its previous retro-obsessed past. Its lack of a third row seat makes it a little less family-friendly than some other sport-utilities in its segment, but its single-row backseat is nevertheless quite spacious. Earlier MKXs came up short in terms of power and refinement, but the latest MKX boasts a strong 3.7-liter V6 engine and a cabin that can actually hold its own with other luxury brands in terms of both quality and design.
Ultimately, however, the Lincoln MKX is yet another choice in the crowded luxury crossover SUV market. Though shoppers are likely to find the MKX's combination of clean, elegant styling, available high-end amenities and reasonable price appealing, we'd suggest also checking out its many sport-utility competitors, as several offer a more refined driving experience, added versatility and greater differentiation from non-luxury models.
Current Lincoln MKX
The Lincoln MKX is a luxury midsize crossover SUV that seats five people. Like other current Lincoln products, the MKX bears a heavy mechanical relation to a Ford product: in this case, the Ford Edge. Lincoln differentiates its version mostly through a signature Lincoln grille, a different taillight design, additional feature content and a more luxurious interior (though the design is similar).
Under the hood is a 3.7-liter V6 good for 305 horsepower. A six-speed automatic is standard, while front-wheel- and all-wheel drive are available. There is a single MKX trim level, which is chock-full of standard equipment that's typically optional on other luxury crossovers. This includes keyless ignition/entry, rear parking sensors, a power tailgate, heated and ventilated front seats and driver memory functions. MyLincoln Touch and the Sync phone and audio device interface are features unique to Lincoln and are certainly selling points.
In terms of practicality, the MKX offers plenty of space -- particularly in back, where three people can fit comfortably. This is one area in which the MKX beats out smaller luxury crossover models. The MKX's 3.7-liter V6 is smooth and furnishes brisk acceleration, though the transmission can sometimes be reluctant to downshift. The ride quality is comfortable, though opting for the 20-inch wheels brings about some added harshness that might not fit with your expectations of a Lincoln. At highway speeds, the MKX's cabin is notably quiet.
Overall, we're impressed by the MKX's feature content, ride quality, quiet interior and attractive design. But buyers should be aware that there are several similarly priced crossovers of various different sizes that are highly recommended. Saving some money and looking at a loaded Edge is also a pretty good idea.
Used Lincoln MKX models
The Lincoln MKX luxury crossover debuted as an all-new vehicle in 2007. The first-year model suffered from poor braking distances and the lack of Ford's excellent Sync electronics interface. As such, we'd only consider those models from '08 or later; here you'll find better brakes and Sync. Even then, though, this MKX paled in comparison to its rivals and was even more closely related to its cheaper Edge sibling than the current model.
From 2007-'10, the MKX was powered by a 265-hp 3.5-liter V6 shared with the Edge -- making comparisons between the two inevitable and not at all beneficial to the more expensive Lincoln. A six-speed automatic was standard, while front-wheel and all-wheel drive were available. The impressive array of standard features was pretty similar to the current car, though package names and content changed a bit over the years. There were also special packages (Monochrome, Midnight Limited and plain old Limited editions) that added special exterior and interior trim, big wheels and in some cases, a sport suspension.
This era MKX was known for having an interior design inspired by past Lincolns, with a dual-cowl dash and boxy gauges. It was somewhat cheesy, but worst of all, its downmarket stereo/climate control switchgear, low-end plastics and unimpressive fit and finish made the MKX seem like a guy wearing a cardigan to a black-tie soiree. The front seats were also quite hard and uncomfortable.
User Reviews:
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LOVE LOVE LOVE this car - 2008 Lincoln MKX
By Tamralynn - May 31 - 2:56 pmI have now had my MKX for 1.25 years. I cannot say enough great things about it. The creme brulee color and the light tan interior still look brand new. I love all the features cant say enough about the sync (makes me lazy). I have numerous people try to buy it from me. This is the most luxurious sexy fun car I have ever owned. My 12 year old and his friends LOVE the rockin steroe system. I cant believe it is stock. My gas mileage continues to improve with each oil change. I am now getting 24 hwy and 10 city. Would highly recommend this vehicle to anyone.
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love the ride - 2007 Lincoln MKX
By bacdoc - May 19 - 12:16 amWe have owned this vehicle 1 yr. with 10000 mi. on it. So far it has been very reliable, excellant in the snow with the stock all seasons. Seats are firm but very supportive. One trip of 2000 mi avg 25 mpg however driving lots of hills where we live is only 14- 15 mpg. Probably the nicest highway car we have owned, smooth, quiet and handles well.
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most comfortable car i have ever traveled in - 2011 Lincoln MKX
By sanford10 - May 17 - 10:01 amthe car is so quiet it is unbelievable. i can hear a watch ticking when traveling on the highway at 120 km/h. i spent 2 hours in a porsche cayenne one time and i felt like i was beaten up by the time i arrived at my destination...the MXK is way more comfortable. there is plenty of power and it handles very well. the glass roof is very nice. i love the thx stereo. the leather is beautiful and the interior is very well done. nothing feels cheap on this car. many people complain about sync/my touch but i have had none of the issues. it is easy to upgrade by yourself and maybe many of the complaints are on older versions. both of our bluetooth phones works perfectly. great machine!
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Luxury in Luxe - 2016 Lincoln MKX
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Love Every Minute - 2007 Lincoln MKX
By LAB - April 1 - 3:53 amAfter looking at many vehicles I decided on the MKX and have not been disappointed. I have every option available. Ride is great, and gas mileage is what I expected. After almost 2 months I average about 19 in town and most of my drive is surface. Highway has been around 26. Not being an AWD makes a difference in mileage. You can ask for a better buy price wise.
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hsa small problem - 2016 Lincoln MKX
By allen - March 29 - 4:36 amlove the car, I have 4kmiles ,noticed a smell of fumes in car. mostly when I down shift to enter highway ,so bad I need to open window, FL dealer look at it and said they fixed it , still happens called Lincoln and made an appointment with my dealer upstate NY. if the fumes are so great wonder how much with normal acceleration it give out to cab, worried about grand kids in car . hope Lincoln has reading equipment to measure the amount of exhaust in the inside of car, this may be a defect in the mkx , FL did not have that model to test another mkx .as far as gas mileage 24 on the hwy. but only 12 to 13 in traffic ,the car itself look great, rides great, handles great, it has all the options , seat message great, safety very good
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Take a good look - then look elsewhere - 2013 Lincoln MKX
By love2drive4 - January 18 - 9:34 pmIve had this car for 18+ months and Im looking to trade. At 5 months the brakes were making a terrible grinding. My rotors already needed turning. At one year, my battery needed replacing after many complaints of odd electrical malfunctions. My wipers still go on for no reason, on a completely sunny day sitting at a stop light. My radio features sometimes go awry, not going to preset channel or displaying two different stations on the dash compared to instrument cluster screen. Acceleration is sluggish, once youre going ride is comfortable. Absolutely hate the blinker. Every time I use it I think its going to break. Too hard to operate - what were they thinking?!?
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Linc-tastic - 2007 Lincoln MKX
By Kevin Markin - January 13 - 1:00 amThe lincoln looks like a car of the future, I got the panoramic sunroof, with white paint. Everybody looks when you drive this baby by, gas mileage is so-so, not too sure yet.
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Yah, this car is cool too - 2007 Lincoln MKX
By pcohenchicago - December 26 - 10:50 amOver the past couple of years I have owned an Acura MDZ, Nissan Maxima, Acura RL (2006), Acura TL, Dodge Charger SRT8, Toyota Avalon, Ford Explorer, and a Jeep Wrangler. Ive test driven MANY more. Why so many? I just couldnt find the vehicle that suited all of my needs. Along comes the Lincoln MKX. The styling won me over and driving it was icing on the cake. Well thought out design and all the creature comforts to make this a great road-trip machine. I got mine fully loaded with the Pan roof and THX yadda yadda. Loveing-it so far. At 35, I feel this car fits me perfectly.
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Love my MKX! - 2016 Lincoln MKX
By Janice Ledet - November 10 - 10:36 pmI wish I didnt get the black interior but i love driving this vehicle.
