2012
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

Starts at:
$34,755
Shop options
New 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
See ratings
Consumer rating
Owner reviewed vehicle score
Safety rating
NHTSA tested vehicle score
Consumer rating
Owner reviewed vehicle score
Safety rating
NHTSA tested vehicle score
Shop Cars.com
Browse cars & save your favorites
Dealers near you
Find & contact a dealership near you
no listings

We're not finding any listings in your area.
Change your location or search Cars.com to see more!

Change location

Photo & video gallery

2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

Notable features

263-hp V-6
Standard heated and cooled front seats
Optional blind spot warning system, backup camera
FWD or AWD
Available hybrid model, with no price premium

The good & the bad

The good

V-6 power
Smooth transmission
Steering feel and response
Quiet cabin
Highway poise

The bad

Sport suspension's overly firm ride
Limited headroom
AWD's gas-mileage penalty
Low-grade parking-brake handle
Roughly finished sunglasses holder
See all specifications

Safety review

Based on the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
3/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
3/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
3/5
Overall side crash rating
4/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
4/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
3/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
10.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
3/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
10.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
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
60 months or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first) Comprehensive Limited warranty
Dealer certification
200-point inspection
See all CPO program details

Compare similar vehicles

Select cars to compare for more detailed info.
  • 2012
    4.5
    Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
    Starts at
    $34,755
    2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
    41 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I4
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
    Compare
  • 2011
    4.8
    Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
    Starts at
    $34,645
    2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid
    41 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    72 month/70,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I4
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
    Compare
  • 2004
    4.2
    Chrysler Sebring
    Starts at
    $18,640
    2004 Chrysler Sebring
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Warranty
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
    Compare
  • 2006
    4.5
    Lincoln Zephyr
    Starts at
    $28,995
    2006 Lincoln Zephyr
    20 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    -
    Warranty
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
    Compare
  • 2012
    4.6
    Ford Fusion Hybrid
    Starts at
    $28,775
    2012 Ford Fusion Hybrid
    41 City / 36 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    60 month/60,000 miles
    Warranty
    Gas/Electric I4
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
    Compare
  • Compare more options
    Use our comparison tool to add any vehicle of your choice and see a full list of specifications and features side-by-side.
    Try it now

Consumer reviews

90% of drivers recommend this car
4.5 / 5
Based on 30 reviews
Write a review
Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.3
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

By Proud Army Veteran from Cincinnati, Ohio
Owns this car
October 21, 2020

I couldn't pass up the price

I needed a good vehicle to commute back and forth to work and I have a 2008 Fusion that met those needs. This vehicle popped up in my auto search and I was able to find a 2012 Hybrid with only 60,000 miles! I raced to the dealership and made the purchase on the spot. I look forward to making memories with this vehicle and styling while I do so!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 4.0
9 people out of 9 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No
By Ben in AZ from Tucson, AZ
Owns this car
June 15, 2020

Happily Surprised

I always had Japanese cars, but switched to a Mercury Milan from a Camry in 2010. Then, I upgraded to the MKZ Hybrid in 2016 (purchased used). The Milan and the MKZ are very similar cars, both based on the old Fusion body. I recently have been looking to get a new car, for no good reason (except maybe to switch to a hatchback for more storage), but honestly I can't find a reason to trade it. It's incredibly comfortable, very quiet, gets fantastic mileage, and has been really, really reliable. I took it in for it's 100K service (to the dealer, no less) and they said all it needed was an oil change and maybe replace the filters for the seat a/c ducts (didn't even know there were such things). More reliable than the Camry, even, and that is saying something. I can drive a whole day without any back issues, and the car purrs quietly. My only complaint is what other people think when I pull up in a Lincoln :-). They seem to think it makes me older. But the laughs on them, because apparently this car ages REALLY slowly.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
8 people out of 8 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No
See all reviews

Lincoln dealers near you

See all Lincoln dealers near you

FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?

The 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is available in 1 trim level:

  • Hybrid (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?

The 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid offers up to 41 MPG in city driving and 36 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.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid?

The 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid compares to and/or competes against the following vehicles:

Is the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid reliable?

The 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid owners.

Is the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. 90.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.5 / 5
Based on 30 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.3
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.6

Lincoln MKZ Hybrid history

Your list was successfully saved.
Your comparisons
 
 
 
 
Save list Compare