2019 Lincoln MKT Review
Price Range: $18,990 - $27,590





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Edmunds' Expert Review
Pros
- Generous number of standard features
- Turbocharged V6 provides strong acceleration
Cons
- Tight rear headroom and luggage space
- Dated interior design and controls
- Many safety features are optional
What's new
- Turbocharged engine now standard
- More standard features this year
- A few previously available features no longer available
- Previous base V6 engine is discontinued
- Part of the first MKT generation introduced for 2010
The 2019 Lincoln MKT is an interesting alternative to large SUVs and minivans. It benefits from wagonlike styling, a generous features list and a powerful turbocharged V6 engine. Sadly, after nine years in its current form, it's outdated compared to most any other competing vehicle.
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** VEHICLE LOCATION MAY VARY BETWEEN OUR TWO DEALERSHIPS, PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM LOCATION BEFORE VISITING *** 2019 LINCOLN MKT RESERVE SPORT UTI...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
17 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2LMHJ5AT5KBL02357
Stock: L02357
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- 82,374 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, rental vehicle
- 7 Seats, 15 City / 21 Hwy MPG
- CarWise Gurnee (362 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: No
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
17 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 2LMHJ5AT9KBL02880
Stock: GI28653
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-28-2025
Nine years is a long time for any car to remain in production without a full redesign. Like the related Ford Flex on which it is based upon, the MKT has a dated-looking interior that does little to impress. It's also missing some of the latest technology or convenience features you can find on the latest SUVs. Furthermore, the tapered styling of the Lincoln cuts into cargo space and passenger headroom in relation to the Flex.
For these and more reasons, we suggest checking out more contemporary alternatives whether they're luxury-branded or otherwise.
Edmunds' Expert Rating
The 2019 Lincoln MKT is an interesting alternative to large SUVs and minivans. It benefits from wagonlike styling, a generous features list and a powerful turbocharged V6 engine. Sadly, after nine years in its current form, it's outdated compared to most any other competing vehicle.
Driving
The turbocharged V6 has plenty of grunt for passing, and the adaptive suspension improves this big wagon's agility without degrading ride quality.
Comfort
The MKT earns high marks for its comfortable ride quality and supportive front seats. Opt for the heated and cooled second-row captain's chairs, and the rear-seat occupants will have it just as good. The third-row seats are another matter entirely, however, and lack sufficient head- and legroom.
Interior
The MKT's interior design does little to inspire or impress. The materials quality is fine, but the all-black dash and dated, commonplace look of the center control layout are far from luxurious.
Utility
The MKT has just 17.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity behind the third-row seats. Fold the second- and third-row seats down, and you end up with a more useful 75.9 cubic feet of storage. Either way, the MKT's sloped rear hatch makes it tough to load bulkier items.
Technology
We like the Sync 3 infotainment system that features a large touchscreen and an easy-to-use interface. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allow you to incorporate many apps on your smartphone right into the in-dash display screen.
Which MKT does Edmunds recommend?
Now that the turbocharged V6 with all-wheel drive is standard for all 2019 Lincoln MKT models, the difference between trims has narrowed. That said, we still recommend stepping up to the Reserve trim because it comes with several advanced safety features.
Compare 2019 Lincoln MKT trim levels
Helpful trims summary and side-by-side comparison chart
2019 Lincoln MKT models
The 2019 Lincoln MKT is a large luxury crossover wagon with three rows of seats. It's offered in two trim levels: base and Reserve. Seven-passenger seating is standard, and second-row captain's chairs are optional (reduces capacity to six). A turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 (365 hp, 350 lb-ft of torque) is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels.
Standard features for the base MKT include 19-inch alloy wheels, adaptive xenon headlights with automatic high beams, automatic wipers, a panoramic sunroof, auto-dimming driver-side and rearview mirrors, adaptive suspension dampers, keyless ignition and entry, a keypad entry system, remote engine start, rear parking sensors, a power liftgate and a rearview camera.
Inside, you'll find tri-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats, a 60/40-split folding second-row with heated outboard seats, 50/50-split folding third-row seats, a power-adjustable and heated steering wheel, power-adjustable pedals, driver-seat memory functions, a household-style power outlet and second-row sunshades. Power-folding second- and third-row seats are also included, along with a tailgate seating feature.
Technology features include the Sync 3 infotainment system, an 8-inch touchscreen, a navigation system, Bluetooth, two USB ports, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a 10-speaker sound system with satellite radio. On the safety front, you also get a lane departure warning system and blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert.
The Reserve trim level includes all of the above as well as 20-inch wheels, an automated parking system, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning and lane keeping assist.
Stand-alone options in all MKT models include heated and ventilated second-row captain's chairs (reducing capacity from seven to six passengers), a second-row refrigerator console between the captain's chairs, and a tow package.

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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Missouri
$249/mo for MKT Base
MKT Base
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Large Car
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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
3.5 out of 5 stars3.5/5Above Average
#4 out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$638/yr
vs. $735/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
Frequency
1.21x/yr
vs. 1.83x/yr
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
Severity
14.3%
vs. 16.5%
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
for Average Luxury Fullsize SUV
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Lincoln MKT Owner Reviews
Most Helpful Owner Reviews
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Enjoying our 2014 MKT EcoBoost
4.13 out of 5 starsjeffking1, 10/03/2013
2014 Lincoln MKT 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
We replaced our aging MB R320 with the MKT. We checked competing vehicles but the Lincoln was the best value. The ride is good except on harsh roads, due to the optional 20" wheels. We are having no problems with Lincoln Sync and find it easy to use. The car is extremely quiet even compared to the MB. Handling is sharp, unlike the numb MB. The dual turbo do their job nicely. Gas mileage … is as advertised so far. More foot room should be provided for the driver, the only real flaw so far. The safety features like blind spot warning and adaptive cruise control work great. Lane drift warning is annoying and I shut it off. I would not hesitate to recommend this car.
Great Car
5 out of 5 starswilliam creekmore II, 03/30/2016
2014 Lincoln MKT 4dr Wagon (3.7L 6cyl 6A)
Never own a car that I enjoyed more. I have owned Cadillac's for over the last 30 years. I use to trade every two years. I have complaints of Cadillac's , but this Lincoln rides the best of any car I have every owned.
Like a Custom made Supercar
5 out of 5 starsAce Detective Retired, 10/04/2020
2019 Lincoln MKT Reserve 4dr Wagon AWD (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
As a Senior citizen car lover who has had nearly 100 cars thru the years I would place this near the top of the pile. Always looked for a sporty high powered car and love my 19 MKT Reserve with the full options package. Bought it used in March and haven't seen another one on the road so it's like having a Custom made car. Once had a 1967 Chevy Biscayne with a 427 4 Speed , we called … them sleepers back then and this tops it with a 6 cylinder Twin turbo, and with every safety and comfort option you can name. With the 427 I couldn't even get A/C !! It is not only AWD and super fast but it has the option to switch from normal to comfort to sport modes that changes handling, engine and transmission settings with a switch ! It won't win any mileage derby but it goes from grandpa's three row grocery better to a track car in a minute. If you love toys, this is the car !!
An unappreciated value
4 out of 5 starsS Baruah, 09/06/2018
2014 Lincoln MKT 4dr Wagon AWD w/EcoBoost (3.5L 6cyl Turbo 6A)
While the platform is aging, the MKT is a unsung value in the luxury crossover space. Some car reviewers dislike the exterior styling, but I love it. Unlike most SUV/CUV designs today, the MKT is long, sleek with a bit lower height profile than most. Makes it more like a big station wagon than a truck like SUV. After four years, the MKT has been exceptionally reliable and the Lincoln … dealer is awesome - great support, service and design. Power and interior pace is plentiful and has some really great features (e.g. rear bucket seat with heating and cooling, rear fridge, automated parking assist, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist and more). Oddly, however, it lacks front parking sensors(?!). Other cons are that as with the older platform, the ride quality is not best-in-class.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2019 Lincoln MKT, so we've included reviews for other years of the MKT since its last redesign.
2019 MKT Highlights
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $49,500 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 17 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $249/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 17.9 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the MKT models:
- Collision Warning with Brake Support
- Alerts you before you might collide with the vehicle ahead of you. But unlike most systems, it won't automatically brake for you
- Lane Keeping System
- Warns you if you're drifting out of your lane and can automatically steer to help you stay in your lane.
- Blind Spot Information System
- Notifies you if a vehicle is lurking in your blind spot or approaching from the sides while you're backing up.
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover15.1%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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