The 2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 2.0L Atkinson-Cycle I-4 Hybrid Engine engine which outputs 188 hp @
6000 rpm and is paired with Continuously variable transmission gearbox. The 2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve has cargo capacity of 314 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1769 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Reverse sensing system and Rear view camera. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a Individual tire pressure monitoring system (excludes spare) It has 19-inch magnetic-painted 20-spoke aluminum wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has Remote start system. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 205 N.m of torque and a top speed of 210 km/h. The 2018 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 9.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 17.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 5.7 L/100km in the city and 6.2 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 48,450
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2018 Lincoln MKZ Used Price Estimates
Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year
Used Condition
Trade In Price
Private Party Price
Dealer Retail Price
Outstanding
$ 23,682
$ 25,521
$ 27,612
Clean
$ 23,101
$ 24,887
$ 26,912
Average
$ 21,941
$ 23,619
$ 25,512
Rough
$ 20,780
$ 22,351
$ 24,112
The 2018 MKZ isn’t some Ford clone wearing a Lincoln badge, it is a truly exceptional sedan that when equipped with the available 400-horsepower/400-lb-ft-of-torque twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6, will take your breath away. While ride and handling in the turbocharged 2.0-liter car are clearly geared for comfort over aggressive cornering, the 3.0-liter version equipped with the optional Driver’s package makes time spent behind the wheel noticeably more engaging. The package includes Lincoln’s Dynamic Torque Vectoring that works by adjusting the amount of torque going to each wheel, thus improving cornering and traction. Also part of the package is Lincoln’s adjustable-shock setup with driver-selectable Comfort, Normal and Sport settings. The MKZ’s steering feel isn’t as heavy or precise as with a BMW or Infiniti sedan, but it’s not far from the experience behind the wheel of a Lexus, Volvo or Acura.
PUSH-BUTTON SHIFT In keeping with its high-tech luxury theme, the 2018 Lincoln MKZ replaces the traditional manual shift lever with a series of dash-mounted buttons. As with all new technology, Lincoln has built in safeguards to keep accidental gear changes from occurring should one inadvertently bump the panel. LINCOLN DRIVE CONTROL Lincoln Drive Control permits the driver more control over the car’s handling via a 3-mode setting for the shocks, transmission shift points, traction control, throttle and steering inputs. The settings for Normal, Sport or Comfort are self-explanatory and actually work as promised.
While we generally like the exterior styling, the 2018 Lincoln MKZ's interior still gets mixed reviews. Seating material with Lincoln logos imprinted on the faux-leather grace the base model, separated by a new center console with proper knobs and switches marking a vast improvement over the previous generation’s capacitive-feedback setup. MyLincoln Touch is also gone, replaced by an improved Sync 3 system. Despite being a large car on the outside, this Lincoln's interior is somewhat cramped. Rear-seat legroom is pretty good, but for the tall, headroom can be in short supply.
The 2018 Lincoln MKZ wears the bold new face of Lincoln, modeled after the company’s flagship Continental sedan. While the new grille bears more than a passing resemblance to Jaguar’s signature grille, it works to make the MKZ look more of a player in this league. Although based on the Ford Fusion, Lincoln has done an admirable job with the MKZ's styling, giving it an upscale flair that its broader-market sibling lacks. The MKZ is loaded with simple but clever features such as the capless-fuel-filler system, which allows you to refill without getting your hands dirty, or forgetting the fuel cap.
Lincoln has positioned itself as a value-oriented luxury brand, and there's no doubt that the Lincoln MKZ for 2018 is stuffed with a lot of equipment for the price. There are heated front seats, faux-leather upholstery, an adaptive suspension, adaptive HID headlights, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and an 11-speaker audio system. There's also Sync 3 that uses an 8-inch display and voice-recognition software to control a wide variety of functions. Each MKZ also comes with eight airbags, stability control, and Lincoln's SOS Post-Crash Alert System that activates the horn and hazard lights in the event of an airbag deployment.
Three equipment groups are offered with Lincoln’s 2018 MKZ sedan. Premier is the standard-issue car, but the Select group adds leather seating, a power-steering column and rear-seat USB ports. The top-line Reserve group adds navigation with voice recognition, blind-spot information and ventilated front seats. Individual options include heated rear seats, a THX II-certified 14-speaker sound system, and your choice of moonroofs, including a panoramic roof. A Technology package adds adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist and Active Park Assist. The Black Label Series brings a personal touch, with your own shopping concierge, additional paint colors and four unique interior-design layouts.
A turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder serves as the base engine choice in the 2018 Lincoln MKZ; a hybrid powertrain can be had at no additional cost if you prefer mpg over mph. Also on the roster is a 400-horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 (350 horsepower on front-drive cars), and its performance advantage over the base 4-cylinder is dramatic. Both conventional powerplants are matched with a 6-speed automatic, while the hybrid variant directs power through a continuously variable transmission. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is standard, with all-wheel drive (AWD) restricted to non-hybrid models. 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 245 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm 275 lb-ft of torque @ 3,000 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 21/31 mpg (FWD), 20/28 mpg (AWD) 2.0-liter inline-4 and permanent magnet AC synchronous motor (hybrid) 188 net hybrid system horsepower 129 lb-ft of torque @ 4,000 rpm (gasoline engine only) EPA city/highway fuel economy: 41/38 mpg 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 400 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm (AWD) 350 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm (FWD) 400 lb-ft of torque @ 2,750 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/27 mpg (FWD), 17/26 mpg (AWD)
The 2018 Lincoln MKZ carries a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting just over $ 36,000. All-wheel drive adds another $ 2,000. A fully optioned MKZ Black Label can approach $ 62,000, but most buyers will be happy with a well-equipped Reserve trim that tops out around $ 50,000. These numbers put a 2018 MKZ Reserve on par with the Lexus ES, but still less than a loaded BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class or Audi A4. While the majority of entry-level luxury sedans undercut the MKZ’s starting price, most also fail to offer a comparable level of standard equipment. To see what others in your area are paying for the Lincoln MKZ, look at our Fair Purchase Price at the bottom of this page. When it comes to resale value, the 2018 MKZ retains residuals similar to the Acura TLX, but trails the rest of the segment by a few percentage points.
The second generation Lincoln MKZ received a refresh in 2016, being unveiled at the LA Auto Show wearing an updated design and more features.
Lincoln sprung as an independent luxury-car producer in 1917. Founded by engineering whiz Henry M. Leland after his departure from Cadillac, which he had helped co-found, the company was named Lincoln as a reminder of the admiration Leland bore for the now defunct state-leader. In a macabre coincidence, president JFK was assassinated just like Abraham Lincoln was. At the time of his death, JFK was being driven in a Lincoln Continental limousine.
However, before such drama occurred, Lincoln was a fairly small company that supplied Liberty aircraft engines for the Army during WWI. Having teamed up with son Wilfred, Leland converted his factory to manufacturing luxury automobiles right after the war. Despite Leland's skill and potential of his vehicles, the factory encountered several design-related obstacles and financial trouble that could not be overcome. Forced into bankruptcy, Leland sold his company to Ford in 1922 for $ 8 million.
Soon after the Ford takeover, Lincoln's first series of automobiles would enter mass production. Under Ford, Lincoln's styling problems were solved as were the financial issues experimented before. Little changes or none were made to Leland's original engines. Coupled with production cost cuts, this would allow the company to toll out some 5,500 vehicles in December, 1922.
As of 1923, newer body styles appeared, many of them having been the result of partnerships with coachbuilders such as Fleetwood and Brunn. This lead to the appearance of a diversified range of vehicles comprised of large sedans and limousines that could accommodate as many as 7 passengers. Despite the fairly big price tags these special coach-built vehicles came with, Lincoln sales did not plummet. They did just the contrary, registering a spectacular 45% increase over the previous years with 7,875 vehicles sold.
The 1924's brought forth the release of the famous Flyers that were extensively used by US Police Departments. The cars premiered some features that weren't introduced on private models until 2 years after. Two wheel disc breaks, weapon racks, armored windows and Police whistles were among the many 'accessories' Flyers came equipped with.
Probably the most famous car ever made by Lincoln sprouted in 1932 Eugene T. “Bob” Gregorie's drawing board. The later release of the Zephyr in 1936 smashed open the gates for the release of the Continental. The latter was actually a modified 1938 Zephyr Coupe whom Gregorie had sectioned and added a vertical tire mount to. The car became so successful that it sold in over 5000 units until production halted in 1948.
However, the Continental would not go down for good. It was later resuscitated through the Mark II model. By 1955, the Mark II could be purchased for a stunning $ 10,000, as much as a Rolls Royce cost those days.
Later designs, such as the Town Car and the bulky Navigator, aided Lincoln in becoming the best sold luxury car brand in the US by 1998. After a brief change of ownership between 1998 and 2002 when Lincoln belonged to the Premier Automotive Group, the company returned on Ford premises where it can still be found today.
Despite its tradition as a luxury car manufacturer and presidential limousine supplier, the company has experienced a severe setback in the last few years, having lost against Asian and European imports. This is mostly due to the lack of new models, issue that Ford hopes to solve by reinventing the brand. Lincoln's ascension is still unspooling through the release of models such the MKZ and MKX.
2018 Lincoln MKZ Consumer Reviews
yieldpseudo, 10/17/2019
"Fantastic American cruiser"
I've driven many luxury automobiles but the comfort and responsiveness of this car is fabulous.
cookeroxidize, 10/16/2019
"Great car but a few things to consider"
My 2015 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid is a fantastic car. The gas mileage is incredible at around 42 MPG avg. I fill up for $ 20 and can go over 500 miles. The drive is smooth and and style is wonderful for the price of this car. The things that bother me are the control center and the lack of physical buttons for the radio/temperature controls/volume, etc. This is definitely why the newer versions have physical buttons. Doing regular oil changes has been the only thing I have had to do to the car so far. I highly recommend this car to someone who drives a lot and is looking for great style and cheap to fill up.
kittzero, 10/08/2019
"I purchased this vehicle for driving comfort,"
I am past the age where I want a Hotrod. Comfort in town and on the highway are important to me. I wanted a car in which my wife and I could have a conversation without shouting above road noise. The MKZ delivered this. It has been all I hoped it would be and is a delight to drive. I get 31 mpg on the highway and 24mpg in town on regular gas. It has not cost anything other than wiper blades and oil changes. The dealer picks my car up at home, leaves a loaner and delivers my car back when service is done! All in all this is a very nice car.
Individual tire pressure monitoring system (excludes spare)
Wheel Type
19-inch magnetic-painted 20-spoke aluminum wheels
Wheel Type (Option)
19-inch aluminum wheels
Critics Reviews
Motor Trend reviews the 2016 Lincoln MKZ where consumers can find detailed information on specs, fuel economy, transmission and safety. Find local 2016 Lincoln MKZ prices online.
The 2016 Lincoln MKZ is missing some heritage, but this luxury sedan is no longer missing the sportier new direction that could do this brand some good. Find out why the 2016 Lincoln MKZ is rated ...
2016 Lincoln MKZ Review by Sarah Shelton | March 8, 2019 The 2016 Lincoln MKZ (along with the MKZ Hybrid) is a sensible buy, with a smooth ride and low ownership costs. However, the MKZ trails in our rankings due to its so-so interior quality, tight rear seats, sluggish infotainment system, and uninspiring performance.
In government crash testing, the 2016 Lincoln MKZ earned five out of five stars for overall crash safety, five stars for frontal-collision safety, four stars for side-impact safety and four stars for rollover protection. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety named the Lincoln MKZ a Top Safety Pick recipient.
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