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Serene Cruiser with sporting ambitions
Tommy, 09/23/2018
2018 Lincoln MKZ Premiere 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
50 of 52 people found this review helpful
I owned a 2017 Mazda 6 touring . With it's 19 inch wheels and dialed in suspension , it handled great . It was however , a little harsh in ride quality and higher in noise than I wanted as well as being a little underpowered. I went to my local lincoln / Mazda dealer to drive the 2018 Mazda 6 with the turbo and the signature package trim . The sales guy suggested that if I was going to spend that much that I might want to check out the MKZ. I did ..and well, it was all over. I loved the way the MKZ drove and before I knew it , I was deciding between a white select package with cappuccino interior and the one I decided upon, the black velvet on ebony premiere with the magnetic package including a darker grill and 19" inch wheels . My car is the base MKZ with just this package as it's only option . With the incentive from dealer as well as all ncoln , I paid a little over 33k . For this price I don't believe the car can be beat in terms of value . When you walk up to the car the welcome lighting comes on in sequance and projects the Lincoln logo onto the ground by both the drivers and the front passenger door. Sit inside on the comfortable power seats with power lumbar and hit the start button. The start up is refined. I'm used to the Mazda and this thing is just quiet and elegant on start up . The LCD dash comes to life , your seating goes to its pre programmed place . Press the drive button on the dash and start your trip. The MKZ accelerates quickly and smoothly through the gears . Unless you are looking to drag race then this car has all the power you need with the 2.0 liter turbo in my opinion. The base lincoln premium sound stereo is not quite as good as the Bose in my Mazda but it's close. It's way better than some of the reviews here would have you believe. The black interior with the aluminum trim is very high tech looking to me. True , there are other cars in its class that have a more luxurious appearance but there are many little things here that denote luxury. From the auto hold braking, to the lighted door sills with Lincoln spelled out , the auto up and down feature on all 4 windows, remote start, back up sensors , soft touch materials on just about all surfaces, laminated glass, adaptive suspension and headlights that turn with your steering inputs, the trunk that sinches shut wh n you gently lower the lid and most of a all a truly , serene and quit ride . The Lincoln MKZ Is a bargain . Select sport mode and thrown it into an on ramp. It's holds the curve nearly as well as the Mazda while keeping much more composed. The climate control is good . The Lincoln app is just cool. Want to have you car start up on it's pre programmed time and read the ambient temp in order to determine to turn in the heated seats or the AC .I think it's possible to take it up over 50k and once you really get much past 45k there are alternative luxuaty cars with even more refinement and luxury but for the deal you can get on these thngs I don't think there is anything that can touch it for value.
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Best value and reliability
Russell, 01/03/2019
updated 07/06/2020
2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
28 of 29 people found this review helpful
I’ve owned my MKZ for two years now still running great. Thus far no issues and very comfortable on the road. Good value and sharp car Purchased a 2018 MKZ Reserve 2.0 AWD in Oct 2018 as I needed a new car and wanted a stylish vehicle this go around. At first very hesitant on the 2.0 liter engine but after purchasing the car the engine does not disappoint. Great ride nice interior and all the technology one could want in a luxury car. Front seats stiff at first but break in rather nicely. Good on long road trips and no fatigue. I recommend this car to anyone looking for luxury at a great price.
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Hadn't conidered a MKZ until I drove one
Richard Russ, 04/26/2019
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2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
I have owned many cars in my life from normal everyday drivers to the top of the line luxury models from GM, Lincoln and Jaguar. I always thought that Jaguar had the best ride and comfort. My last car was a new Buick LaCrosse Premium which I bought last year based on what I had heard about how it drove and how quiet it was. It was nice but not what I would say luxurious regarding the ride which was rather harsh and not nearly as quiet as I had hoped for. Then one day my wife saw a new MKZ up close. She said she liked the looks of it and wondered why we hadn't considered one of those. My answer was I don't know! I loved the new looks of the Lincoln which reminded me of a Bentley. It is embarrassing to admit, but in the 45 years of marriage we have owned over 50 cars. I can honestly say of all the cars we have owned I don't think I have ever driven a car that was more pleasing than the new MKZ. With the new sound deadening technology inside the car and the comfort of the seats as well as the ride I have never owned a finer car. It is truly a pleasure to drive. It is rare when you can drive a car that it is as quiet and comfortable as sitting in your own living room. If you are thinking about a new car, you would be amiss if you don't drive a 2018 or later Lincoln MKZ.
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BE VERY CAREFUL OF LINCOLN
Keith Hawkins, 03/13/2019
2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
52 of 58 people found this review helpful
I bought my brand new Lincoln off the showroom floor in March of 2018. I was super excited as I loved the way the way the new Lincolns look and the fact that they were fast and handled great. Once I had an opportunity to drive it and use the features I could not have been happier with my purchase. Around 2500 miles in I noticed a loud grinding noise coming from my right passenger side wheel when making left turns. I immediately called the dealer and they advised me to continue driving (as long as I felt safe) and bring it in during the 5000 mile service interval. I did that, and right before I brought in the air conditioner was making a very loud noise as well when you switch gears and come to an idle. I made both of these known to dealer and they said they would take a look at it. I got the car back a few days later and notice the same two noises were still occurring. Make a long story short from May 2018 to October 2018 I left my car with the dealership to fix 7 times and each time, the service dept would say they've fixed my issue only to drive a week or two and realize the noises were still present. After numerous calls with Ford (corporate) the GM of the dealership, I applied for the buyback program due to the care being a Lemon, and to me, unfixable. Once I completed my case with Ford (corporate) I was approved for a buyback. I loved my car so much that during the buyback process, I told my original salesperson to find me another car exactly like the one I had...Down to the color. Now mind you that everyone at the local dealership had been pretty pleasant, accommodating, and apologetic up to this point. I didn't blame anyone for anything, but just wanted to have the new car feel and most of all just wanted what I paid for. HERE'S WHERE IT TURNS REALLY UGLY.....During the buyback process Ford (Corporate) in Dearborn Michigan sent me a worksheet that shows what they were going to buy the car back for. On this worksheet, they only offered me a refund of $2200. However, I paid over $8k in less than 10 months in an attempt to pay the car off quickly. When I called my caseworker she then transferred to a superior name "Angie" who has to the be the most unprofessional "customer" service person I have ever talked to. As a business owner, she would never get the opportunity to speak to customer in the way she spoke to me. Through all the yelling and screaming at me, she made it seem as if it were my fault I bought a lemon, that lemon buyback amounts are regulated by state laws, and that I should be lucky they are even considering a buyback. State laws regulate lemon buyback criteria but DO NOT create hare-brained formulas to screw people out of money. So after about 5 minutes on the phone with her I said to her "I have a down payment on the exact car" do you not care to keep me as a customer because this is ridiculous. Her response verbatim "I DON'T CARE IF YOU TAKE THE DEAL OR NOT, I DONT CARE IF YOU DONT BUY ANOTHER LINCOLN...TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT." To me, that was a punch in the gut, because through all of this I really wanted another Lincoln, but I will not be talked to like this. I got screwed, took the deal, and cancelled the order of my newer Lincoln. The dealership was upset, but understood. I now have an Infiniti and overall the whole process was the more professional, the car is great, service is great and I will never buy another Lincoln....Buyer Beware!
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A Genuine 💤 Sleeper
Ace Detective Retired, 04/05/2021
2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Had an MKT which I purchased mainly for the 3.5 twin turbo when the SHO was discontinued. But the third row size wasnt what I wanted. Kept looking as I loved the Lincoln luxury and comfort and came accross an MKZ 3.0. Its a fully loaded reserve AWD with 400 HP and 400 torque. The car goes 0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds, incredible. In my internet search out 150 miles from home there were 61 MKZ models for sale, but only 3 that had the 3.0 which was a nearly 4000 dollar option. Its a supercar hidden as a luxury grocery getter and so rare the 3.0 is not a choice in the listings. Couldn’t be happier 😁
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Lincoln; An Automotive Luxury Boutique
Eric P, 02/04/2022
2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I was never a fan of any Ford made product before, I’ve always heard stories that they were unreliable and poorly made. But I like my my own conclusions, so I’ve decided to give Lincoln (the luxury division of Ford) a try. Since owning the MKZ for little over a year, I have grown to absolutely LOVE it. Here’s my Pros and Cons to this timeless beauty. Pros: Exterior - This car looks rich, sophisticated, sporty and classy. Price - Affordability isn’t the most important for a luxury car, but who doesn’t like saving money Suspension - The suspension does an excellent job as absorbing small road imperfections, and makes you feel like you’re floating! Infotainment - The SYNC 3 interface is very easy to use, and hasn’t once frozen or glitched. Also having Apple CarPlay is a godsend! Climate Controls - The cluster of controls and knobs are logically placed and easy to use. Also love the fact that the lettering isn’t stamped on the actual buttons, rather they are backlit to preserve the longevity of the look of the buttons, and gives it a smooth look when the vehicle is off. Powertrain - the 2.0L Turbocharged Ecoboost engine has plenty of power, you can confidently and easily overtake and get up to speed when you need too. It also gets up to operating temperature in subzero temperatures rather quickly, which is always a good thing. Amenities - Having a heated steering wheel, ventilated seats, sunroof, adaptive headlights, plush leather wrapped steering wheel, power lift truck lid, blind spot monitoring, etc (on certain packages) really does pamper you. Brand Cachet - Just the fact that your driving a Lincoln, gives you a sense of exclusivity and elitism Cons: Gas Mileage - this car is HEAVY, and that mixed with it having AWD really makes this car have sub par gas mileage. Cabin Materials - Albeit this car is decked out with leather and plenty of plush, soft touch materials. The hard plastics used do have a few squeaks and rattles from time to time. Transmission - The transmission is smooth, but accelerating from a dead stop, you can feel the transmission sort of jerk a bit as it shifts gears. Fuel System - the capless fuel system is clumsy when it comes time to pouring additives into the tank. Having to use a funnel isn’t very intuitive. Drivetrain - Not being able to manually control AWD, is a bit of a letdown. Overall, as you can see the pros of the car, definitely outweigh the cons. As long as you’re conscious of keeping your Lincoln well maintained, this car will always be there for you. I recommend this car to anyone whose looking to ride will style, confidence, class and purpose. But that’s expected from Lincoln; An Automotive Luxury Boutique.
Awesome vehicle
Kevin S., 06/17/2021
2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
What a car!!!! I picked up my 2018 with 20,000 miles on it. It is a Reserve and the only options it doesn't have is the panoramic sunroof and the massaging seats. I personally didn't care for the massaging seats because they were to firm. The car I have has the 3.0 twin turbo and it gets up and goes. Definitely not you grandma's Lincoln that's for sure!! The 3.0 is not found in a lot of these cars I am guessing as it doesn't shop up as an option to select, even on this website.
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Love the 3.0 AWD
Cooler04, 07/07/2021
2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have had this 2018 Reserve 3.0 AWD for a week and love it so far. (No selection for 3.0 in review) While I am not the spirited driver I was 20 years ago, having the power this vehicle has is assuring. Yes, the 400 hp is more than you need on a daily basis, there are times it comes in handy like merging on to interstate, passing an impaired/tired driver quickly, and having a little fun on the twisties! I went from a truck to this vehicle so naturally it seems a little small. I bought without driving an MKZ before and there are not a ton of reviews online about it. But the ride is so dang smooth it was worth the considerable risk. Plus, it still has factory warranty and I bought extended warranty because you want one with any vehicle that has a turbo. I suggest the 3.0 awd version because the v6 can handle the cars weight better than a v4- over the long haul it means less repairs. I cannot wait for my road trips coming up this summer and will revise if anything changes. I am excited to try out the massaging seats on my 2 day, 19 hour total drive in a few weeks. This car has good comfort for front passengers, and the 20 speaker system is easily the best car stereo I have ever had. The 3.0 is a special engine and comes with a heavier transmission than the v4. If looking for used vehicles, check this one out as the value is pretty good- you can get the 3.0 over the competitors which only gets you a 2.0 in this price range, plus repair costs will be cheaper than the German models. Sure the German models may seem a bit prettier inside, but they are a pain to repair- not only price but in parts. Aside from not having a HUD, you can get this car with 98% of the features a German machine has. Am I a fan boy? Each time I ride in my new used car I get closer and closer to fan boy status.
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Dream car
Fgar, 01/16/2022
2018 Lincoln MKZ Black Label 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I used to drive Lincolns for others when I was young. Now I'm driving my own as I near retirement. It took a life of hard work to get to this point and I intend to drive my way comfortably to the end of the road.
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I love my used Lincoln MKZ !
Patrick Glisson, 06/14/2021
2018 Lincoln MKZ Black Label 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
This is a very well maintained fully loaded luxury sedan. Very comfortable smooth ride with a refined interior and exterior appearance.
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Love my MKZ!
Beverly Hodson, 05/22/2020
2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Love all the safety features, rides like a marshmallow!
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Ruby is a beauty
Susan B , 06/22/2020
2018 Lincoln MKZ Select 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is our second Lincoln MKZ. After purchasing the first one which was a 2011, we are sold on them. Our 2011 had 113k miles and was going strong. We simply got the bug to get a new one. We found Ruby (she is Ruby Red) and we fell in love. The updated features are always nice to have and we have not been disappointed. I doubt that we will ever purchase anything other than a Lincoln MKZ or upgrade in the future.
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Cruising
jrsharkeez, 01/28/2022
2018 Lincoln MKZ Black Label 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Love the car smother than our MB was.
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Never a Better Car
GthomasPA, 12/01/2023
2018 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love the 2018 Lincoln MKZ from the day I bought it. Now, I only have 43,500 miles on my car but it’s never given me an ounce of trouble. It has so many convenient features, many of each I never thought of by now find very appreciated. I have the 4 cylinder turbo that is pretty fuel efficient, even typical stop and go driving in town (20-21 mpg) on 87 octane & between 27-32mpg in level terrain at 50-55 mph. Car is smooth riding, quiet and great handling. Essentially, I just love my Lincoln MKZ & treat it like a “ new born baby”. A “Creampuff”!
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