Lincoln MKT

Name: 2013 Lincoln MKT
Brand: Lincoln

EPA MPG: NA

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RECALL ALERT: There are 8 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

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CR's Take

This three-row SUV is based on the Ford Flex. Base models are powered by a lackluster 3.7-liter V6. The uplevel turbo V6 version we tested was quick, and returned 18 mpg overall. The ride is comfortable but stiffer than that of the Flex. Handling lacks agility and the MKT is cumbersome at its cornering limits. The interior is very roomy, plush, and quiet, with many luxury amenities, but visibility and the driving position are compromised. The third-row seats are best suited for kids. A wide turning circle and the MKT's overall length hamper maneuverability. Recent updates have added the frustrating MyLincoln Touch system.

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Good

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Driving Experience

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Good

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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Crash Tests

IIHS Front Moderate Overlap

Good

IIHS Front Small Overlap, Driver

IIHS Side Crash

Good

NHTSA Overall Crash

NHTSA Overall Frontal-Crash

NHTSA Overall Side-Crash

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EPA MPG NA

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Features & Specs

4-door SUV

2 front, 3 rear, 2 third

AWD, Front

3.5-liter V6 turbo (365 hp)
3.7-liter V6 (303 hp)

6-speed automatic

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Model History

2013-2019

2013 Redesign Year

The 2013 update brought the addition of variable cam timing to the 3.5-liter V6. This bumps horsepower from 262 to 287. A self-parking system is offered as an option. Overall, MKT rides well, is commendably quiet and second-row legroom is abundant. Though the third-row seat is modest, cargo space is generous. A by-product of the Lincoln's size and soft ride, handling is clumsy. For the 2016 model year, Sync 3 replaced the much-maligned MyLincoln Touch. The 2019 model year was the MKT's swan song; it was replaced by the 2020 Aviator.

2010-2012

2010 Redesign Year

This big three-row vehicle has a very roomy, plush, and quiet interior, along with many luxury amenities. However, the view out and the driving position are compromised by its styling. Its third-row seats are best suited for kids. Base models are powered by a 3.7-liter V6. The up-level engine is a turbocharged V6, making it quick, while returning 18 mpg overall. The ride is comfortable, but handling lacks agility, and the MKT is cumbersome at its cornering limits. A wide turning circle hampers maneuverability.