Used 2017 Lincoln MKC Consumer Reviews

Blows away the BMW X3

I drove and priced BMW,MB, Lexus and more. I was about to buy the X3 when I took the MKC for a spin. OMG - love this SUV beyond comfort and great ride.

Gives BMW, Audi, Lexus a run for their money

My husband and I bought our MKC to replace his rapidly aging luxury car, which gracefully lived a long, garage-kept life for 15+ years. Since the MKC's were released, my husband had his eye on them... he loved the exterior styling. We considered the BMW X3, Audi Q3 and Lexus NX, and were completely and pleasantly surprised when we test drove the MKC. Official reviews touted that the MKC was just a "re-badged Ford Escape" and I can tell you, this is nothing like an Escape. Far, far from it. We purchased the 2017 MKC Reserve AWD with the Tow, Technology and Climate Packages. The technology in this is amazing - we're in our mid-30's and were just shocked as to all it can do! The Sync3 system is intuitive and responsive, and we love that it works with our Android and iPhones. All of the safety features like BLIS with cross-traffic alert, lane keep assist, radar cruise control, ect, is a huge help, but some of those annoying features can be turned off (which we liked). One thing we didn't think we'd appreciate as much as we do is the comfort. I love the BMW and Audi's performance, but the MKC is so, so quiet and comfortable without really sacrificing responsiveness. The noise and roughness is one thing I really didn't like in the BMW. The heated/cooled seats, and heated steering wheel are a huge plus. We live in the Northeast, and can say this has been excellent and solid when driving in the snow or poor weather conditions. The panoramic sunroof is great too; probably the nicest feature, I'd say. My father even like the sleek design and the interior quality... and he's owned nothing but BMW and Lexus for ages. The sounds system could be a little better; seems a little "blah" to me. But I would say that so far, this is my only complaint. This is by far one of this nicest, best vehicles either of us has owned so far. We bought an excellent vehicle for the price and as long as Lincoln keeps this up, we'll be long-term customers.

Great Addition to the Lincoln Line

As another reviewer's title says, "This is not your grandpa's Lincoln." I thought that when I first test drove one, and I would have used the title here if it hadn't already been used. I have been a Ford product owner since my first new car, and this is my eighth new car. I traded in my 2002 Eddie Bauer Explorer with almost 250,000 miles on it for the MKC. I wanted something a bit smaller with better gas mileage while offering quality. I will say that I always said I'd never spend more than $35,000 on a car, but the MKC Reserve certainly stickered for substantially more. However, I believe that for the price and from a comparison standpoint, the MSRP is not out of line. The fit and finish on the vehicle is outstanding, and I've had a number of compliments on the car from passersby. People really like to comment on my kicking under the rear to open the rear hatch. People also love the welcome lighting in the car. I've had the car for one year and 4 months, and I can honestly say it has exceeded my expectations. I've read reviews from individuals and ratings companies (e.g., magazine editors) that the mileage estimates are way off. I have to say that is not my experience. Other ratings I've seen in some reviewers were actually lower than I expected. At speeds from 65 to 73 on the highway, I've actually hit 34+ mpg. That's better than the highway mpg on the window sticker. So, this is definitely good mileage. And with over 19,000 miles on the car now, the average mileage since I've owned it has averaged 24.6 miles. I love BLIS, adaptive cruise control, the heated and cooled seats (cooled are going to be very important in the southern heat), the My Lincoln app, extremely comfortable seats, active park assist and other options. I joke that I actually had to read the manual to learn how to use the car. Oh, and I can't forget the push button start and remote functions, including starting from my phone. And speaking of the phone, my iPhone works great with SYNC 3. Bluetooth works well, voice recognition is great, and the nav system is handy - I had no desire to get the nav system, but it came with the package, and I actually use it to see what traffic is like when going to and from work. And the THX optional sound system is outstanding - it's a new way to listen to my music! After 1 year and 4 months and 19,000 miles, I still find no negative issues with the car. Burgundy velvet with the ebony interior is a great combination, too.

Very Pleased

I wanted a luxury crossover with great tech (Apple Car Play was a must-have), a comfortable, quiet ride for my brutal Silicon Valley commutes and great design (other musts: leather, camera, large format sunroof). I also wanted a reasonable value for all that. My finalists were the BMW X series (probably X1 or X3), the Mercedes GLA and the MKC. In the end, it's obvious that if I wanted the German nameplate cache, it was going to cost significantly more (5-10K) to get what I could get in a the far more reasonably priced Lincoln. I took the savings and extended the warranty (which I always do on a new car) and I purchased the Premium Maintenance Package (which I've never done) because Lincoln's Concierge/Valet service (which is standard--not part of the pkg) makes ongoing maintenance and service an incredible value. All I need to do is contact the Lincoln concierge via the App, web or call and on the day of my service appt, the valet comes out to my home or office with an equal or better Lincoln and brings mine back when its done. This is not only insanely convenient (I got to try it recently when Lincoln corrected a minor part issue I identified at purchase), but it will ensure that I am punctual and on schedule for my regular service which is always challenging with my work, doing the dealer shuttle, etc. I won't likely even set foot in the dealership for a few years now. As for the ride, performance, comfort, etc., I'm completely satisfied on all counts and I really do love the lines, stance and overall design of this car. In fact, it's kind of funny, now that I'm out there in the Lincoln amidst all the other people driving exactly the same 4 or 5 Germans (and the ubiquitous suburban moms in Subarus), I'm kind of liking the contrarian Lincoln luxury SUV statement. I've never been more satisfied with a new car purchase. One other thing, my Lincoln dealer has been great and they have clearly made a serious commitment to making the Lincoln experience as VIP and upscale as possible. All said, an amazing value for money.

2017 MkC

My wife's car was due for replacement. Having owned 4 Audis and 5 Porsches over the last 40+ years, our first stops were to look at the Audi Q5 and Porsche Macan. Fine vehicles by any standard and no doubt, worth their price. But my closest P/A dealerships are 30+ miles away. And then there is the cost of routine maintenance. Even if it is only once or twice a year the bills do add up. Stopped by our local Lincoln dealer. Family-owned operation, not a mega-dealer.Drove a 2016 MkX and a 2017 MkC. Bought the C. AWD, 2.3 liter turbo 4, 19" wheels and a whole bunch of other stuff. More technology than I will ever need or want. Quiet, solid. No wind noise at 75mph. The 2.3 liter has more than enough low end grunt and can run all day at 80mph.Lincoln is certainly trying to up their game. Call for service and the dealer comes to your house or place of business, drops off a loaner and takes your vehicle in for service. Your vehicle gets, serviced, washed and returned to you. Not a bad deal. Is the MkC comparable to a Q5 or Macan? Not really. But I have an extremely competent smaller SUV that cost between $10k and $20k less than its German counterparts, not counting the service cost differential. My one complaint is that those 19" diameter 45 series tires are not the friendliest on the oxen trails that pass for roads in my state.

A Good Alternative to German and Japanese Models

Coming out of an Audi Q5, the MKC is a pleasant surprise. Professional reviews of it have been mixed. While some of the criticisms are valid, most are not. On the plus side, the interior materials are every bit as good as the Germans and Japanese. MKC's leather is superior to the Q5's base leather. If anything is lacking inside, it's not the materials, it's the aesthetic design. Lincoln needs to get a bit more creative in that regard to match the Europeans. I'm not crazy about the center stack design, though it's better in person that in pics. The exterior design is best in class except arguably the Macan in my opinion. Many reviews claim the MKC is slow compared to competitors, but it certainly doesn't feel it. My 2.0 MKC feels just as fast as my Q5 2.0 did. Ultimately, the MKC is let down by its downmarket 6 speed transmission, which results in acceleration and mileage disadvantages compared to the 7, 8, and 9 speeds common in the class (RSX & NX still make due with 6 speeds as well). A transmission with 2 more gears would even up the score. The AWD model will pull .83g on a skidpad. That's right there with the Benz's .83g & Audi's .85g, so handling is competitive. If you want a small SUV that drives like a sports car, the BMX X3 or Porsche Macan are for you. Most people don't need that though. The features for the money is incredible. On the minus side, the backseat is uninhabitable by anyone with legs if you're sitting behind a 6 footer like me. Lincoln has to do a better job on the packaging. Also the driver left footrest is oddly shaped and not big enough for someone with larger feet. The view out the back is also not so great, but that's common in these newer designs with higher beltlines. Lastly, the optional 2.3 engine didn't feel any quicker than the 2.0, making it not worth its $1k cost in my opinion. Other than the tight rear seat, these are minor quibbles. Try to option up a X5, Q5 or GLC similarly to a Reserve MKC and you'll spend about $6k more - same goes for the Black Label. One could argue these German vehicles are better - but certainly none are $6k better. And some of them don't offer all the tech the MKC has at any price. The RSX is blah and soulless, the Macan and Evoque are horribly overpriced, and the NX is just plain ugly with underwhelming equipment options. That all adds up to Lincoln having a credible competitor in this class. Final thought for all those complaining about poor mileage. New cars typically have poor mileage during the engine break in period - especially turbo engines. It'll get better after the first few hundred miles.

I LOVE it

We purchased a 2017 MKC in July and we LOVE it. We have the 2.0 engine, which provides great acceleration and good fuel economy (21.1 mpg). The interior is totally quiet and interior touches like the real wood trim, leather seats, and the stitching on the steering wheel and dash add to the elegant feel. The touch screen is convenient and very easy to use without having to refer to the owner's manual all the time. I can even choose the type of ride - sport, normal, or comfort (my favorite). The doors have a nice solid feel when you close them and the vehicle just looks and rides very classy. I've had this vehicle for slightly over one year now and I still LOVE it. I've had absolutely no problems with it at all. It's a good looking vehicle that is great to drive. After owning this vehicle for more than two years I still LOVE it and would rate it 5 stars in all the categories above. I've had absolutely NO problems of any kind with it. I love driving it and would purchase another Lincoln MKC without hesitation. We've owned this vehicle for 3 years now and have 30,822 miles on it. We've had absolutely NO problems/repairs needed. I LOVE my Lincoln MKC. I'd buy another Lincoln again without hesitation. Still love our MKC after more than 37,000 miles. It's been the perfect vehicle - absolutely NO problems or repairs needed. We'd buy another without hesitation. Still loving our MKC after 42,600 miles. It still looks great and has not given us any problems. The only maintenance has been to change oil. Our next vehicle with be a Lincoln again. We've had this vehicle a few years now and we are still loving it. We've had absolutely NO problems with it. It's been super reliable. Ran into problems with the transmission and electrical system in 2022. The transmission was still covered under warranty although it was in the shop for 13 weeks because of inavailability of parts and mechanics. In 2023 we encountered problems with the electrical system. MKC was now out of warranty so we took it to a local mechanic. It cost us $2400 out of pocket so as soon as it was fixed we traded it in on a new vehicle.

I Love My MKC.

I have the 2017 MKC Reserve. I have never been more pleased with a vehicle. As far as safety, it is incomparable. The blind spot alerts and lane drifting alarm (steering wheel vibration) is great. The interior with the wood trim is very well done, you certainly get your money's worth. The ride is smooth and quiet and it handles fantastic. I can open the tailgate by waiving my foot underneath it lol, so that works great when your hands are full. I love this car.

Awesome car!

I bought the 2017 MKC about a month ago and have been very happy with my purchase. Car rides beautifully and is extremely quiet on the inside. Gas millage so far is around 20, for an AWD that's not bad considering the weight of the car. All of the controls are easy to use and figure out. Car does shift a little odd at times but did read that's a problem with Ford products. All in all no complaints so far, driving does not seem to be an effort anymore!

Very disappointed in Lincoln

I have a 2017 Lincoln MKC which I have been maintaining since I drive quite a bit. I currently have 87000 miles on it. Last April the left blinker went out. Had it replaced, cost me $1500 at the dealership. Since that day the rear camera stopped working but the dealership told me it had nothing to do with them replacing the back LED panel and wanted to charge me another $1000 for it, which I declined and now I have no camera. A year later, AC compressor went and the transmission! I bought a Lincoln for safety and durability and very disappointed! The car is only 3 years old and out of warranty with the high mileage but I feel I would have been better off with a Toyota!!!

Definitely not my Grandpa's Lincoln!

This gem of an SUV caught my eye at the March car show. I owned an Acura RDX and was in the market for a new SUV. I was actually planning to buy another RDX, but the MKC on display in the Ford/Lincoln section begged a closer look. Lincoln offered a $75.00 gift card to schedule a test drive at a later date, so that's exactly what I did. I was sold on the Lincoln once I drove the model with the continuous dampening control drive system. I'll admit it took a little while to get past the "old fogey" label associated with Lincoln. Once I did, however, it became a matter of finding the right color combination in a Reserve trim level WITH the drive control system. Three months later, I bought my new MKC. It rides like a dream and is absolutely gorgeous, both inside and out. The only true annoyance is the lack of a real tire pressure monitoring system (you know, the one that tells you the tire pressure in each tire). The indicator light recently flashed a low tire pressure warning, but unlike my RDX (and recent Hyundai rental), that was all the information I got. No fun trying to locate my tire pressure gauge and figure out which tire had the problem IN THE DARK. Hopefully Ford will consider adding a true TPMS to its vehicles in the future.

The Lincoln MKC is a gorgeous car and great ride!

The luxury version of Ford is the Lincoln MKC and it does not disappoint! I was looking at the audi q5, the mercedes and the lexus. This car's interior is by far superior. It's beautiful inside as it is outside. It's dashboard is easy to figure out. The ride is amazingly smooth. I went for the 2.0 as I didn't need the turbo 2.3 effect to go to work every day. It really feels like a luxury car and meets my expectations. The dealership was very nice and the service that comes with this car is super convienant since I work all the time. It's the reserve AWD model and really is a nice and quiet drive. I just bought the car so I can't speak to it's maintenance, but let me tell you, it feels comfortable, leather is nice and the color is spot on with a luxurious feel. I love this car more than I ever thought I would considering I was looking at other luxury cars that were more pricer with less features. Try the lincoln before the others, it changed my mind when I sat in the car and gave it a test drive. The back seats and cargo is not the most comfortable for a larger family, but that is what the MKX is for if that is what you need. For my husband and I,this is a perfect car.

Still loving my MKC

Updated review after hitting 80K miles. The check engine light came on at 78K. Got a free code reader check from Advance Auto showing a cylinder misfire and replaced spark plugs and ignition coils. It fixed the problem for a few days and then it also started leaking coolant (and overheating). After $900, and 4 trips to a local garage, I finally took it to the dealership - coolant was leaking into cylinder 1 and I need a new engine. Apparently, Ford has known about the coolant leaking into a cylinder for years now and hasn't fixed the issue. All their cars with the 2.0 EcoBoost (inline 4 turbo) engine are subject to this issue. There are at least 2 class action lawsuits against Ford about this. Also, my local dealer hasn't been helpful in getting me a rental or loaner car while it's been there for the past 2 days. Thank goodness my CPO extended warranty is good for 20K more miles and 4 more months. Updated review after driving 67K miles and 3 yr. The original factory warranty has expired but being CPO, I still have 1 yr or 33K miles left on that warranty. I still love all the nice features, great handling, ride, and mileage. I had an issue with the sunroof rattling and the dealership had to replace it and occasionally the driver's side blindspot light will come on with no traffic around and a totally clean car Other than that, no problems, and would definitely buy an MKC again. Updated review after driving 23+K miles in 1 yr of ownership: I moved to upstate NY shortly after purchasing the car last spring and absolutely LOVE the heated steering wheel & seats. The remote start (key fob and phone app) is a God-send : ) The AWD and a new set of Goodyear WeatherReady tires make navigating the snow a breeze (note: I don't live in a hilly area). I've also changed my mind about possibly moving to an MKX (name changed to Nautilus for 2020). The shorter wheelbase makes it fun to drive and the 2.0 Turbo has great low-end acceleration. When I brought it in for a service, the loaner I got was a 2020 Nautilus with AWD, 20" wheels and a V6. Compared with my MKC, it seemed sluggish in acceleration and had a lot more body lean when cornering. Don't get me wrong, the Nautilus is a luxury vehicle but I love the smaller version especially with the choice of Comfort mode gives it just as a smooth ride - very important for all the rough roads and potholes up here in the NE. BTW, I'm still waiting for my invite to go out for a beer with McConaughey, lol. Original review: I just bought a 2 yr old 2017 MKC reserve w/ 2.0, AWD, climate and technology packages. It's certified pre-owned and I was shocked when I learned that Lincoln automatically extends the comprehensive warranty from the typical 4yr / 50K mi to 6 yr / 100K mi. I love the buttery smooth & quiet ride and all the technology goodies. I also love the sleek lines and modern styling. I'm not sure why some say that the interior is not luxury. I have only 2 issues: 1) The seats take at least 5 min to heat up. The XT5 seats warm up in <2 min and the Mazda CX-5 in 30 sec (I rented both recently). 2) The small cargo space. Granted, I just traded in a Highlander that I drove for over 10 years and am going through a downsizing adjustment, the cargo area is a bit disappointing. I wish they had extended the rear a couple more inches to at least be similar in size to the Rav4 or CRV. But, now that I'm single and kids are not in the equation, I don't really need a Highlander-sized SUV. Having said that, I do wish they would have included more storage up front (change/chapstick/dental floss holder) & some side pockets on the console. In the back seat, it would have been nice to have a better fold down console and wider seat pockets on the back of the front seats. My Highlander had ones just wide and deep enough to completely conceal my 12" MacBook Air and the MKC's leave about 1/3 of it sticking out. I'll explore storage options on Amazon but may end up going with an MKX after it's all said and done if I can't get used to the smaller cargo area. However, I will definitely get a certified pre-owned vehicle from now own. As for my subjective rating, beyond the size/storage & slow seat warming (which I'd give it 3.5 stars), I absolutely love the vehicle and give the rest of it 4.9 stars. Overall, I give it 4.2 stars.

Pleasantly Surprised

Comfortable, quiet ride, good visibility and easy handling best describe the MKC. This is my first Lincoln and I would definitely purchase another.

Lincoln is a great luxuary vehicle

The Lincoln MKC has so many features that I did not realized until I owned the MKC. I would had to pay so much more on other luxury brands. The MKC is a great size, has stunning exterior and interior. It is quiet, smooth and performs very well. My wife and I are very happy with the Lincoln MKC.

Happy Lincoln MKC Owner

Only have had the car for a week. First Lincoln I have ever leased. Runs great, very smooth, quiet ride and great look. It is a real step up in all facts when compared with a Ford. Too new yet to say much more, but the more I drive it, the more I like it.

Perfect Except for Mileage

We love the car after 5 weeks, but the gas mileage is really poor. We are lucky if we get 17 combined. Its hard to believe that its this low. I drive a 2011 BMW 535Xi and drive it hard and get 23+. Lincoln needs to work on this for next versions. Other than this, would highly recommend the 2017 MKC.

Ok first we leased 2 of them both Reserves

First a background on what was being replaced and current driven vehicles. 2015 CTS coupe (lease coming to an end), 640 BMW convert. (lease coming to an end) and a 328 4 door. My background on vehicles driven primarily in the last few years involves a H2 Hummer, and the above vehicles with daily drivers usually being a coupe. I started to test drive many new vehicles and was not set on a small SUV. I have recently had 2 Infiniti coupe leases a convertible and a plain coupe (loved both) Then I test drove the new "red sport" coupe with twin turbos can I just say WOW! Perfect car for me but they quotes were insane for a car in that class at just under 800 a month so it was off list. Drove the Porsche Macan S and can I say right here and now it was hands down one of the best cars I have ever driven. I have owned a Cayman S and a Ferrari recently (yep love cars) and the Macan S was as fun and tight as anything I could compare it to, it beat! However the reality check came when the lease quote was at 1150 Mo for a 74k car and it seemed of by a long shot since I paid the same on a 98k 640 convert (made no sense to me) So what the heck I drove the Infiniti SUV's and ended up in a Lincoln showroom after reading some reviews. Turns out my daughter was also thinking of what car to get next and she wanted a bit more room like a small SUV could provide. I do not want to drive a car without the latest safety and tech features since I really enjoy them. The MKC size seemed to be right for both of us and ended up ordering 2 of them both Reserves in white. Very pleased overall in vehicles. Quiet (not as quiet as many would have you believe) Nice look and features. Fast for a tiny 4 cyl turbo. BUT and a big but here, this was my first front wheel drive car for both of us other than rentals. Huge change when you step on the gas and have to hold the wheel when passing to keep control, it feels like driving a go cart. Love all the features on the car and still have not had been brave enough to test the self parking assist. Ok now the down side of this nice lil SUV. Both cars for us are getting HORRIBLE mileage (worse than my caddi and everything but my Hummer H2! I would have never ever got two of these if I knew the mileage numbers were going to be this bad! 17-19 combined driving for both vehicles! I was conservatively estimating 22 combined, nope, nada no way. The next very irritating thing to me is the rear and front bumper proximity alarms, they suck! You cannot adjust sensitivity and are basically useless since you have to be very close to get the beep. (cross traffic alert works great) Next irritating thing to me is the Apple car play, you really cannot use any apps you want ( I use only WAZE for navigation and it will not work on the car system. Next is the navigation, just plain difficult to set to make it easy to read and the worst out of any system I currently have or have had. Next the voice commands seem to have too many steps to get to where you want to be. Overall the vehicle is good, motor and transmission have been bullet proof and has many nice features but I was deeply disappointed in the MPG and irritated with the crash avoidance system (completely useless at low speeds)but will alert you at higher speeds (but not stop the car). Even though we are located in Miami I am glad I got the heated rear seats it is great when someone is use to it. All of the small features have been reviewed many times such as the hands free lift gate something you don't think about until your hands are full! My eldest daughter drives a Rover and saw that feature and now she wants a SUV with it (makes sense for moms with kids and all the accessories) For me when I get another vehicle I feel anything out there now should get over 20MPG and as I get older I felt it was going to be my benchmark and I would never buy a car that averaged under 20 (hopefully 24) MPG not as an economic issue buy more like supporting companies that are progressive and responsible and this is why I was very disappointed on the mileage issue. I do not see how you could go wrong with this vehicle when you compare vehicles based on quality and price.

Great for Singles and Couples

This is a beautiful car with many popular tech features that would cost much more in other luxury compact SUVs. It is definitely not a family friendly vehicle or a vehicle for those who frequently transport back seat passengers, as the rear seating areas are extremely confining, especially for taller or larger passengers. I also do not recommend this vehicle for those who drive more than 10-12,000 miles a year because the gas mileage leaves a lot to be desired. That said, this is a very stylish car that a high level safety and comfort. As a heavyset man in my senior years with arthritis, my paramount concern is having a vehicle that I can in and out of easily without having to squeeze into the car, climb up, of get down to far into. This is just perfect in that respect for me. Another important feature for me personally is that the navigation system does not require me to have my smartphone on. I traded in my previous Toyota Camry because the Navigaton system required me to use my smartphone with a serious of apps installed, and also had to be connected with a USB cable if I wanted maps with my directions. To add insult to injury, the car salesman never told me this until I purchased the car. What's the point of spending thousand of dollars extra for a navigation system if I can't use it without my phone? I love my new 2018 Lincoln MKC, and I will never buy another vehicle except for one thing. I can't stand the new front grill on the 2019s. The "fishnet" design, as I call it, totally destroys the elegance and overall beauty of this stunning vehicle. Hopefully, in 5 years or so when I am ready to trade mine in for a new MKC, Lincoln will have come to their senses and at least offer an option for the grill design.

Good value, great ride

This vehicle is extremely small. No rear seat room, only comfortable for a small child (under age 7). The gas mileage is not good, feels like I’m visiting the gas station way too often. The ride is true Lincoln comfort, front seats are very comfortable. Location of gear on dash....terrible idea. Seems to be delay in switching to reverse.

short wheel base

Wanted a smaller SUV, was looking at Nissan Murano, Lexus 350, and other "smaller" SUVs, couldn't find a good low mileage one. Family has always driven Lincolns, Mercurys, and Fords. Was also looking at Ford Edges and Escapes. fully loaded (which was a must) were almost as much as the MKC. Plus the MKC had a shorter wheelbase. I love that.Gas mileage isn't bad as I do both freeway and "in town" driving averaging around 19 mpg, which in CA is very important. Ride is typical Lincoln with a truck body.love all of the little perks that come as standard fair on a Lincoln.Seats are totally comfortable and easy to adjust.

Great Small SUV

I was looking for a small SUV with headroom for a tall person. I also wanted one with all the 'bells and whistles'. The MKC fit the bill for me. It was the perfect size, not as pricey as some of the luxury brands, and I really enjoyed driving it.

Everything I was looking for in a car!

I especially love how it handles. I have had it for just over a year. It is a great car. Handles great, high performance, better than expected on gas in mostly city driving. Fast, powerful pickup speed.

Love the MKC but small storage area

Forget bringing along large suitcases. Sometimes have to put a suitcase in the back seat as cargo area really much smaller than my Ford Escape!

Best car EVER!

I love this car. Sync makes everything easy, accessing phones, reading text messages out loud, navigation. But the Reserve is all about luxury. This car feels like an expensive car. My parents have Lexus and Acura SUVs and the MKC is much more comfortable.

Luxurious Ride

We looked at the Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX and the MKC. We were sold on the compact size and the responsiveness of the steering. We love this car. The Edge was a little bigger than we wanted and the same for the MKX. If you are looking for a roomy backseat this may not be for you. It’s a little tight but for us it’s fine. We have taken it on trips and the seats are very comfortable. The only issue we find sometimes is when using the voice command there is problems understanding my command. Probably due to my southern accent. The navigation is great. I am updating this to state Lincoln wanted $100 plus to update the map. I think in the future navigation will be done mostly on people’s phones and you won’t find it as much in autos. It handles curves very well and is fun to drive. Ours was a bigger engine with the 2.3L Turbo. A lot of power and excellent acceleration. When changing gears from drive to reverse there is a slight lag in response but we got used to it. Overall the interior is excellent and the road noise is a minimum. After driving this now for 3 years and riding in various other small compact vehicles, this Lincoln has excellent ride quality in comparison. We have had this now for 3 years and still enjoy it. I do think the interior design is good but wish the front cup holders had been side by side instead of front and back. The overhead controls for the sunroof are difficult to see but you learn which ones do certain functions. Maybe should have angled those to see them better. There is plenty of space for us with just two people and have taken several trips now. Gets about 23-24 mpg on the highway and a lot of city stop and go driving will get you anywhere from 17-19 mpg. If you have back seat passengers a lot it is a bit tight getting in and out of but again you get used to it. We rarely sit there and only occasionally have passengers. There have been some minor repair with the trim and battery replacement, head rest replacement due to the upholstery in it peeling, seat heater issue and an electronic board used with the Lincoln app. If it had not been under warranty it could have been costly. There have not been any majors repairs since those were done. The Greeneville, TN dealership has been great and would highly recommend them. Excellent maint department. After owning this suv for 3 years now we are still enjoying it. The minor issues that we have had while under warranty have been resolved and there has not been anymore. We do enjoy all the technology but mostly just the ride and luxury interior. Again the vehicle fits us fine. If you need something with a lot of cargo room you can let the seats down. If you have back seat passengers a lot you would need to look at a different vehicle as this is tight for leg room. We average 20-21 mpg overall. That does include a mix of a lot of city driving and highway. If you’re in the city only it will drop to 19-20 and on the highway on a trip we get 24-25 mpg. We are now just a bit over 3 years of ownership. The dealership we purchased this from is not a Lincoln dealer anymore due to very low sales. We have switched to Rockytop Lincoln in Sevierville for our service needs. It’s on the husbands way to work. Even though the old dealership still serviced Lincoln’s that were purchased there we prefer one who still sells them. I will say the dealership in Sevierville stated they were not set up to include the car washes, pickup and delivery but they would take the spouse on to work if needed. The service department also stated they did not have a loaner at the time to drop it off for an oil change and tire rotation. The point is even though Lincoln advertises as a selling point the idea of pickup, delivery and loaners, it’s rare the dealerships have the ability to do just that.

The road home is a Lincoln

I have been a fan of the Lincoln Motor Company since 1970 when my parents bought their first Lincoln Continental. Since then I have owned/leased eight different models. Although I prefer the Continentals for their extravagant technology, my age and physical limitations limit me to the SUVs. Since I wish to be more environmental friendly, the MKC is the logical choice. This is the last gift to myself in the twilight of my life.

Systemic AC ISSUE

This is the second MKC that I've owned. I own the 2015 Reserve trim MKC. I ended up trading in that car because I had a similar issue with the air conditioner that I'm having with my black label trim car right now. so the problem is that the AC will randomly blow hot air on the driver side and cold air on the passenger side. I end up having to close the vents on the driver side to keep the hot air from blowing in my face. Again the 2015 MKC that I had did the same thing so I traded it. To have this problem in a $56, 000 car is completely unacceptable. this is the second chance that I have given to Lincoln and I regret it. I traded in a 2017 CX-5 fully loaded and now I feel like I made a mistake. I hope that someone from Lincoln will hear this read this and address this issue. It doesn't make sense that I'm 2018 a car manufacturers selling a $56, 000 car has an issue with the AC working as it should. I will never buy another Lincoln product ever again I am done. I am all for American car manufacturers I grew up a Ford lover but I can no longer accept these substandard quality as compared to other car manufacturers especially when I'm spending my hard-earned money on it. Goodbye Lincoln!

It's just OK!

If you have your phone using the Car Play, you cannot use the navigation on the vehicle. It makes you use your Maps on your phone. The SIRI is horrible for the phone. If you are trying to call someone it doesn't always work correctly. So all in all, you cannot use your phone for a phone call if you want to use the autos navigation. Also, there isn't a heat vent near the driver's door. When the heat is on, it's freezing on that side of your legs. This is literally the worst car I have ever leased. The car does not have a great turn radius. All of my other vehicles, and I have had some very nice vehicles, they can turn on a dime. This one, no chance. The AWD is terrible in the snow and slides all over the place. The gas mileage is the worst I have ever had. I cannot get over 20 mpg. I am so disappointing with this SUV. If I wanted something this cheap, I would have gone with the regular Edge.

My favorite suv I’ve owned.

Look. I’ve owned two CRV’s, a Murano, and a 2016 Mercedes GLC, and the 2017 Lincoln MKC is my favorite SUV I’ve owned. Sure, each of the SUV’s I’ve driven has had its up and down points, if you are looking for ride comfort, quiet, a killer standard sound system, just an extremely comfortable place to spend a car trip in the front seat, the MKC should top your list. If you have to put people in the back seat for long trips, look for a bigger option. But I don’t do that. My lifestyle is just me and my wife. And this car is utterly perfect. And a total steal at certified used pricing.

A Real Gem of Car.

Inside feels bigger than it is. Wonderful controls, a giant step up from the similar Ford Escape. Prestige looking vehicle.

Terrible Customer Service~

I am having a horrendous time with Lincoln Customer service. My Lincoln is less than 3 years old and the Engine had to be replaced along with the Transmission! Now, they will not talk to me about getting the vehicle replaced or bought back considering the massive issues.

Technology Turmoil - SYNC 3 Sadness (it's useless)

1) SYNC3. !! AN ABSOLUTE JOKE!! Considering the pressure auto manufacturers place on vendors to deliver on feature/function/price - We are trying to understand who is falling down on the job - (Lincoln or 3rd party) - ridiculous either way. To use navigation apps, etc. one must have an iPhone to use ApplePlay. Otherwise you are stuck using SYNC3. !!What an absolute joke!! Connectivity (compatible phones) is so limited, SYNC3 is useless. Technology users are left without app access - NO integrated navigation capability!! 2) Why would any vehicle of this supposed level not include HomeLink (integrated garage door opener system) on all models? -Technology Disappointment-

Radio controls

I love, love, love my 2017 MKC! We were all set to purchase a Cadillac when it was time to trade my Buick Encore, which I adored, but it was too small. We decided to check out the Lincoln because I read that you get more for your money than a Cadillac. I just wish the radio controls were easier. Also, I wish I could use voice controls on phone, i.e., “Call Bob”, instead of dialing. I hate taking my eyes off the road to find the radio controls. That is my only complaint! Will be looking at the 2019 Nautilus soon!

EcoBoost Engine Faulty & Lincoln Knows

50,320 miles and I have to replace my engine due to the faulty EcoBoost engine. Because powertrain warranty is 6 years, car is no longer under warranty and I am out of pocket over $7,500. Looking into this issue, countless people are having the exact same issue. There's even a current class action lawsuit against Ford Lincoln becuase they're known since 2010. DO NOT BUY THIS CAR or any Lincoln EcoBoost!

Excellent elegant SUV

Whiney

Likes: Styling and solid feel Dislikes: Whining noise coming from somewhere. Small cargo area. Push button gear changer. Terrible sound system. Bought a 2017 used and got rid of it after a few months.

The worst Decision I have ever made in automobile

Since I got this pig, it has been nothing but issue. Electrical and handling. Too small for the family and loud road noise. Sunroof noisy to use. I could go on and on . not worth the money! There is a knocking that the dealership says is "normal". a leak in the a/c that leaks onto the feet of the passenger that they say they do not a warranty. Buy a Cadillac, they are much more reliable for the same price. This vehicle is the absolute worst one I have ever had. Will not purchase it again. I actually gave this piece of crap back to the bank and they didn't even want it !

Don't buy a MKC Black Label

SYNC doesn't work with our iphones, back seat area has NO leg room at all, having all kinds of issues, worst car I have ever bought.

Worst car ever

I cannot wait until I get rid of this car. It is very uncomfortable. The back seat has such a small amount of leg room, that adults cannot sit comfortably in the back. My baby's car seat will barely fit! The hatch back will not lift manually after 15 months. The engine noise is much louder than my old mix. The controls are not very user friendly. The design has become old looking very quickly. Very disappointed in this Lincoln model.

Not to Happy with comfor

Why is the front passenger seat 19", a whole inch narrower than the 20" driver seat on the MKC???? The narrower passenger seat is causing an extreme sciatica pain ache down the back of my right leg each time I ride in the car. I'm concerned with repeated daily use of this vehicle the pain will caus permanent damage. We certainly will not be purchasing this car in the future.

Less than we thought!

Ride was too stiff, even in Comfort setting. Mileage barely reaches EPA estimates, especially highway MPG. Gas tank is too small for long distance travel without stopping for gas. Back seat room is marginal for two adults. Front seats are too short and aren't comfortable for extended trips. Trunk is to small for weekend travel bags. Now I don't know what attracted us to purchase a Ford product. Model selection didn't list our 2.3L AWD Select. Sold 12/22!

Mkc is the worst !

I own a 2017 mkc and have had 4 batteries put into it.......needi say more !

Dreamy

I love all of the fiction that the suv offer

An excellent vehicle overall

Great seats, quiet, quick, but lease ran out and new Corsair is far more expensive.

Complete

I’ve owned this car 1 week and so far it’s great, but since I’m a low techie it will take me a month to figure out all it’s bells and whistles. Rides beautifully, easy to drive, enough horse power for me, touchy steering. So far I like it.

Great car ... would definately recommend.

My wife and I have been totally satisfied with our 2017 Lincoln MKC for 3+ years now and 47K miles. It's quiet, looks great, nice size, luxurious, very comfortable and gets 27.1 MPG average!

4 Ls Luxury Loaded Little Lincoln

Only criticism is limited leg room in the rear seat. The MKC with the 2.0T engine is a peppy little carriage. The interior has a load of "Gee-Whiz" lights, bells and whistles. Comfortable front seats for long road trips. Fuel mileage is so-so with an average of 24.7 mpg of careful driving around town. Highway mpg is averaging about 27.0 but not too bad for a vehicle weighing almost 2 tons.

Overall nice

It’s a solid small suv, my only complaint is leg room for back seats is limited. Mainly just myself and husband , but it’s a tight fit for extra people.

Love this car!!

I have owned my 2017 Lincoln MKC since July of 2016 (bought it new) and have not had one bit of trouble with it. I had done the required maintenance (oil, rotate tires, etc) and that is all. Lincoln no longer makes them but I will be buying the new model that resembles it, the Corsair in a few years as my MKC only has 28,000 miles on it! I only ride around town and if I go somewhere far, a friend always drives as there are usually 5 of us as my MKC is a little cramped for 3 people in the back.