2018
Lincoln MKZ

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  • Premiere FWD
    Starts at
    $35,605
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Select FWD
    Starts at
    $37,355
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Premiere AWD
    Starts at
    $37,495
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Select AWD
    Starts at
    $39,245
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Reserve FWD
    Starts at
    $40,170
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Reserve AWD
    Starts at
    $42,060
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Black Label FWD
    Starts at
    $47,990
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Black Label AWD
    Starts at
    $49,880
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Lincoln MKZ base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
3/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.9%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
Current plus five previous model years / Less than 60,000 actual miles
Basic
6 years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited warranty
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200-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

95% of drivers recommend this car
4.9 / 5
Based on 47 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.8
Performance 5.0
Value 4.7
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.9

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  • By Alex from Ballwin, MO
    Owns this car
    February 19, 2024

    MKZ Reserve 3.0l TT AWD

    I bought the Reserve trim with the Tech package, Climate Package, 3.0l Twin Turbo V6, and AWD. Overall - This is a take on the modern American midsize luxury sedan that accidentally became the fastest vehicle Lincoln has ever made. Comfort - The seats in the MKZ feel more akin to a neatly fitted recliner with its many leavers to get the perfect position. It might take a few moments to get everything just right, but when you do, it's like sitting on a fluffy golden retriever. Its warm, comfortable, and always happy to see you. Drivability - This is an easy vehicle to drive. The AWD is great for putting the power down and not getting stuck on ice or mud. The handling is soft enough to put the family to sleep at the end of the day. Great visibility, easy to drive at night even in the rain. Interior - The inside looks, feels, and fits the price of this car and not the typical cheap American sedan. Touch points are nice. The inputs work how you would expect them to work. The return of physical buttons and knobs are welcome one, I much rather have the controls of a 4th generation fighter jet over a smart phone. Tech - The tech is fine. Blindspot is fine. Radar cruise control is fine. The auto high beams is fine. The touch screen OS is hopeless. The backup camera is fine. The stereo is fine. Performance - This is my favorite part of the car. Keep it in the low RPMs and you are just driving around any plain whatever V6 sedan. Nothing unusual here. Start rolling into the power and at 2750 you will hit max torque of 400 lbft. Planted your foot firmly to the floor and you will get all 400 HP at 5500 RPMs. With some grippy tires, the tested 0-60 is 4.8s. This makes this sedan a bit of a sleeper. Like I said, this version of the MKZ accidently became Lincoln's fastest car. Exterior - The MKZ has been accused of being a "tart" up ford fusion, but this revision is actually different. The MKZ is physically taller, wider, longer, and its own styling. Lincoln's design language is to be subtle and not draw attention. Paint in black with its shiny grill, it looks more like a 2000s jag than a 2010's ford. Reliability - 59000 miles and had to replace a sparkplug cable for an intermit issue. No other issues to report. Value - Used market is where a car like this has a ton of value. 400 hp, fit and finish, comfort you'd expect, and at a price that most could afford. Look at any of its competitors and they will have less features, less power, or cost way more for similar. If you dont want the power, you can find better options, but for the entire package this is difficult to beat.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • By Irvin Cutler from Klamath Falls, Oregon
    Owns this car
    March 17, 2023

    Sports, comfort, & family car

    It’s a comfortable sports car. It has tremendous acceleration. I really enjoy mine. I bought it with 25,009 mi in May of 2022. I enjoy it’s handling, acceleration, braking, sound system, comfort, & styling .
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Dave in South Dakota from Rapid City, SD
    Used to own this car
    March 10, 2022

    Could have been an Edsel

    With great power goes terrible gas mileage. 18 mpg was the best I could get. No fog lights, splotchy head lights. So low to the ground that the front end snow plows the snow into a pretty solid mass and you get stuck. After two years I traded it even up for a 2018 Rav4 hybrid.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 2.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By NCraig from Lima, Ohio
    Owns this car
    April 24, 2021

    Very nice luxury car

    Only had this a week and love all of the bells and whistles it has. Burgundy Velvet is a show stopper color. So many features that are very impressive. To mention a few are the key fobs abilities to not only start the car, but open and close windows including the moonroof. Very comfortable interior with everything you can possibly think of and a really smooth ride. The app that you can use from cell phone to do many things like start the car, lock & unlock, and check mechanical health status. Ford really setup the maximum on this 2018 Lincoln MKZ.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Neno from LINDEN
    Owns this car
    March 30, 2021

    Beautiful Car!! Love it!

    This car is beautiful, comfortable and reliable. The color, the inside style, safety features, everything makes it a great car. I am in love with this vehicle and the luxury of Lincoln.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Shantel from Milwaukee wi
    Owns this car
    December 23, 2020

    Most reliable car I’ve owned

    This car is great and very stylish. I would recommend this car to anyone I know. The price was good. This car is front wheel drive.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Big Sexy from Redford Township. MI
    Owns this car
    September 25, 2020

    I'm doing the Toyota kick about my New Lincoln MKZ

    My first CAR in 26 years. I love it...so far. I live in Michigan so I'm nervous about the handling in big snow but I'm confident.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Susieq from Rochester Hills
    Owns this car
    August 12, 2020

    Best car ever

    Just love it! Has a lot of sex appeal. Great on gas and I get a lot of compliments on it. My salesperson was just awesome!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Janlincoln from Chicago, il.
    Owns this car
    August 10, 2020

    My first Lincoln!

    It’s a beautiful car, stilll have so much to learn about it. Lots of bells and whistles, I’ll figure it out. Thé console is a little wide for me, and the safety belt is hard to put in, but I’ll work on it.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By New MKZ fan from Montgomery
    Owns this car
    May 19, 2020

    Most impressive vehicle I have ever owned.

    First true luxury car owned. I may never buy another type again! Generally I buy a new/used vehicle every 2 to 3 years and am not brand specific but after this purchase of he MKZ I may be a repeat Lincoln buyer. The MKZ is a great value for the price and the vehicle is elegant.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Rich S. from Myrtle Beach, SC
    Owns this car
    May 11, 2020

    Excellent vehicle.

    Second MKZ I have owned. Extremely comfortable driving/ride. Excellent build. Excellent gas mileage on regular gas - AWD 30 mpg highway. Can’t believe this is the last year for this model.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Car Nut from Point Pleasant
    Owns this car
    November 27, 2019

    Receive many compliments about the car’s looks

    Enjoy the car immensely, but would move to a bigger motor on the next buy. Cabin is fine for me but backseat tight for tall people.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Lincoln MKZ?

The 2018 Lincoln MKZ is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Black Label (2 styles)
  • Premiere (2 styles)
  • Reserve (2 styles)
  • Select (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Lincoln MKZ?

The 2018 Lincoln MKZ offers up to 21 MPG in city driving and 31 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2018 Lincoln MKZ reliable?

The 2018 Lincoln MKZ has an average reliability rating of 4.9 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Lincoln MKZ owners.

Is the 2018 Lincoln MKZ a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Lincoln MKZ. 95.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 47 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 5.0
  • Value: 4.7
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.9

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