Lincoln MKX

Name: 2011 Lincoln MKX
Brand: Lincoln

EPA MPG: 19 mpg

Owner Reported MPG:

EPA MPG: 19 mpg

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Road Test

Like its Ford Edge cousin, the Lincoln MKX has received updates over the years that improved its handling and fuel economy. Still, the enhancements don't create a top competitor. In its favor, the Lincoln has an absorbent ride, the engine delivers plenty of power, and the cabin is plush and neatly finished. However, handling, though sound, isn't sporty, and while the cabin is fairly quiet, most models in this class offer more silence.

2011 SUVs Reliability

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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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Owner Reports

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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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2011 Luxury midsized SUVs Ratings

2011 Lincoln MKX

$6,275 - $6,700

EPA MPG 19 mpg

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Reliability

Owner Satisfaction

2011 BMW X6

$6,600 - $10,975

EPA MPG NA

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Reliability

Owner Satisfaction

2011 Cadillac SRX

$5,200 - $6,300

EPA MPG 19 mpg

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Owner Satisfaction

2011 Infiniti FX

$6,250 - $8,800

EPA MPG 18 mpg

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2011 Land Rover Range Rover

$6,025 - $7,075

EPA MPG NA

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Owner Satisfaction

2011 Lexus RX

$9,025 - $10,575

EPA MPG 20 mpg

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2011 Lexus RX Hybrid

$9,025 - $10,075

EPA MPG 28 mpg

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2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class

$6,550 - $11,900

EPA MPG 18 mpg

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Reliability

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2011 Porsche Cayenne

$7,800 - $12,025

EPA MPG 19 mpg

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Features & Specs

4-door SUV

2 front, 3 rear

AWD, Front

3.7-liter V6 (305 hp)

6-speed automatic

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Model History

2016-2018

2016 Redesign Year

Based on the capable Ford Edge, the redesigned Lincoln MKX is one of the best luxury SUVs in our testing. This is a quiet, refined, and high-tech vehicle. The standard 303-hp, 3.7-liter V6 feels a bit unremarkable, while the optional 335-hp, 2.7-liter turbo V6 is smooth and delivers effortless thrust. The only knock against the MKX is its rather unimpressive fuel economy of 18 mpg overall. Handling is athletic, making the MKX fun to drive and the ride is steady and composed. Tall drivers will likely find the push-button shifter a long reach away. The very quiet cabin feels first class, with abundant wood, brushed metal, and leather surfaces. Convenience and safety features include a 360-degree camera, parking and lane-keeping assist, cross-traffic alert, and automatic braking. A much better Sync 3 infotainment system replaced MyLincoln Touch.

2011-2015

2011 Redesign Year

The 2011 redesign spiffed things up a bit, but the enhancements didn't push it into the realm of competiveness in the class. With that said, the Lincoln does have an absorbent ride, the engine delivers plenty of power, and the cabin is plush and neatly finished. But the touch-sensitive buttons make adjusting the climate, audio, and other functions a distracting and tedious nuisance.

2007-2010

2007 Redesign Year

Lincoln's MKX uses Ford's 3.5-liter V6 and six-speed automatic, a combination that delivered strong performance. The ride is comfortable, but handling lacks agility. Overall though, we found the MKX lacking when it comes to justifying its price premium. The Lincoln doesn't offer a third-row seat, its engine and transmission lack the refinement of other competitors, and its handling is not agile.