2020 Lincoln MKZ Review

Name: 2020 Lincoln MKZ Review
Brand: Lincoln

Price Range: $20,998 - $26,998

2020 Lincoln MKZ Reserve Sedan Exterior Shown

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For a luxury sedan, the 2020 Lincoln MKZ is average in just about all of its traits. Its driving characteristics, luxury features and performance are nothing extraordinary, but it does at least check the boxes for the class. Base MKZs are well-equipped and attractively priced, but optioned-up models start to become underwhelming compared to other cars for similar money.

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Sedan
Hybrid

2020 Lincoln MKZ Review

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What's new

Minor changes and updates to standard and optional equipment
Part of the second Lincoln MKZ generation introduced for 2013

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.01 per gallon for premium unleaded in Connecticut.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Connecticut

$201/mo

$164/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

4/5Excellent

#13 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars

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

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the Lincoln MKZ from 2008-2022.}

$481/yr

vs. $607/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Frequency

^{The average number of times this model is brought into the shop for unscheduled repairs and maintenance in a single year. RepairPal calculates this metric by tracking millions of unique vehicles over multiple years to determine an average number of visits per year (omitting small routine visits, e.g., oil changes).}

0.86x/yr

vs. 1.36x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Severity

^{The probability that a repair will be a major issue, meaning the repair costs 3x the average annual repair cost for all models. This threshold will be higher for vehicles that have higher labor rates and parts costs (such as a premium brand).}

9.3%

vs. 10.5%
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

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Lincoln MKZ Reviews

Owner Reviews

4.5

33 reviews

5(79%)

4(9%)

3(0%)

2(3%)

1(9%)

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

Exceeded expectations

Donald Peters, 03/27/2019

2019 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve II 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

Very good value,Reserve II Hybrid. performance better than expected for a hybrid,all amenities are there for a luxury smaller car.Had 3 Lincoln Mks,s before. Ride quality good,trade off of trunk space for battery is only negative. Have had car for 3 months,so far well pleased even though we always had full sized vehicles before. Have had very good experience with Lincoln brand …

You can't get any better...

Gary C., 11/23/2020

2020 Lincoln MKZ Reserve 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)

I bought a 2020 Lincoln MKZ 3.0 Turbo in August. This car has every bell and whistle you can imagine. It even has the reclining panoramic roof which makes the car like a convertible. The fit and finish of the car is excellent. The 3.0 V6 Turbo will blow your hair back with 350 HP. It also has the Revel Ultima stereo system which sounds amazing. The ultimate option is the massaging …

Driven Lincolns 30 plus years-MKZ is exceptional

Len M., 08/12/2019

2019 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve I 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

I just bought my first Hybrid. I have two MKZ's and have for a couple of years. Both of my others had the 3.0 ltr. 400 HP engine. They are a joy to drive. However, it is past time to try to help with the environment. Thought about an electric car-but the limitations on distance and recharging time dissuaded me at this point. I test drove the MKZ Hybrid and I was immediately sold. …

Loving my THIRD MKZ hybrid

Red Ryder, 04/14/2019

2019 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve I 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl gas/electric hybrid CVT)

I am currently leasing a 2019 MKZ hybrid. This is my third. I leased a 2011, bought a 2014 and now have the 2019 Reserve I with sun roof and special wheel rims. I am a big fan of this car. The 2019 has far better acceleration than the other two, which helps on the highway. When I drive local roads, my MPG goes above 40; stays around 36 with constant highway driving. The car is very …

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2020 MKZ Highlights

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

Hybrid Fleet

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$36,750
Engine Type	Hybrid
Combined MPG	41 MPG
Cost to Drive	$94/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	11.1 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the MKZ models:

Blind-Spot and Cross-Traffic Alert: Warns drivers of objects within the vehicle's blind spot and of cars approaching from behind.
Driver Alert System: Alerts the driver to the possibility that he or she may be too tired to continue based on driving behavior.
Enhanced Active Park Assist: Helps drivers into and out of parking positions by taking over the steering.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall4 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger3 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover10.9%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test
Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original
Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated
Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original
Good
Side Impact Test – Updated
Not Tested
Roof Strength Test
Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint
Good

2020 Lincoln MKZ Review

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2020 Lincoln MKZ Review

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.01 per gallon for premium unleaded in Connecticut.}

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2020 Lincoln MKZ Review

What's new

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2020 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.01 per gallon for premium unleaded in Connecticut.

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2020 Lincoln MKZ 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.01 per gallon for premium unleaded in Connecticut.}