This generation of the MKZ is a particularly desirable car. Ride and handling rival that of high-end European sport sedans. Had it not been for the frustrating MyLincoln Touch controls and some other practical shortfalls, including compromised visibility, the MKZ might have been one of our highest scoring midsized luxury sedans.
Nicely finished and quiet inside, the MKZ has comfortable seats, but rear seat room and access are limited. Controls include a push button shifter, an unusual feature tried and abandoned by various carmakers over the years.
Buyers can choose from four- and six-cylinder engines, as well as front- or all-wheel drive. There is also a hybrid powertrain that's priced the same as the base four-cylinder. However, the hybrid is available only with front-wheel drive.
The turbocharged four-cylinder engine performs well, but fails to deliver the promised fuel economy benefits Lincoln claims compared to most competitors' V6 engines. The optional six-cylinder adds smoothness, along with dollars to the bottom line. Fuel economy is an impressive 34-mpg overall with the Hybrid.