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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2018 MKC, so we've included reviews for other years of the MKC since its last redesign.
2018 MKC newbie
Michele, 08/18/2018
2018 Lincoln MKC Premiere 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
20 of 20 people found this review helpful
I did a lot of research and this seemed like the perfect choice for me. I went to buy used but because of the great incentives I left with a brand new one. It’s very comfortable and the ride is smooth and quiet. I love it
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Finally a Man's Crossover
Timothy, 04/19/2018
2018 Lincoln MKC Select 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
58 of 61 people found this review helpful
Most crossovers appear geared toward the soccer mom, atleast in my opinion. The exceptions are typically the BMW X3 or Audi Q5. I test drove those 2, the Rogue, Mazda and Escape (Ford) and the Lincoln MKC was superior to them all. The drive, comfort, seats, technology, ease of getting in/out and styling were all awesome. I have owned my MKC since the beginning of the year and it is truly a car that appeals to men, thus Lincoln's reputation of being a men's auto line. The car is muscular in style and smooth in ride. Several people have commented on how sharp the car is and asked "what is that car"? It is actually nice owning such a nice luxury car that is not owned by everyone on the street. This is a winner for Lincoln. Love the welcome lights, ambient lighting, comfortable seats and climate control. I would opt for the dramatic panoramic sunroof. It is great and backseat riders love it. The backseat is a little small but the seats do recline for comfort.
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2017 MkC
MkC Driver, 08/04/2016
2017 Lincoln MKC Premiere 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
108 of 115 people found this review helpful
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.
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A Good Alternative to German and Japanese Models
Craig, 04/04/2017
2017 Lincoln MKC Reserve 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
56 of 60 people found this review helpful
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.
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I LOVE it
Bonnie, 08/28/2016
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2017 Lincoln MKC Reserve 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
51 of 55 people found this review helpful
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.
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