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Lincoln MKX

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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 67% Detailed ratings

Price $49,150 – $53,050 Payments

Fuel consumption 10.3 – 14.3 L/100km

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The MKX shares its architecture with the Ford Edge, but the clean exterior design, adaptive headlights, 21-inch alloy wheels and 19-speaker, Revel Ultima surround sound system define the luxuriousness of the vehicle. A twin-turbo, 2.7-litre V6 or a naturally aspirated, 3.7-litre V6 equip the MKX, while the six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drivetrain come standard. Over the course of the year, the Nautilus will replace the MKX in Lincoln's lineup.

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2016 Lincoln MKX: Gets the Job Done

Lincoln has made a host of revisions and upgrades to the MKX for 2016, rendering the midsized crossover SUV a little more competitive in its segment than it had been previously. In fact, sales of the MKX were up almost 90% in the first quarter of 2016 compared to the …August 1, 2016

Lincoln Needs To Up Its Cool Factor

When I tested the new Lincoln MKX, I was thrilled to see that it’s now different enough from the Ford Edge that we might all collectively forget that the MKX actually started out as an Edge! And yet, despite all its new features, the MKX didn’t blow me away. It’s …September 28, 2015

2016 Lincoln MKX: An Ace Up Its Sleeve

When you look at Lincoln, you’ve got to admit that the company needs to find its mojo. For far too long, its image has screamed “old and dull.” In addition, the brand uses Ford platforms (naturally) but the results generally meet the entry-level standard only. This was the case with …September 25, 2015

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Four New Recalls Affecting Tens of Thousands of Ford, Lincoln Vehicles in Canada

Ford , which has already issued over 100 safety recalls so far in 2025, is adding four more this week. Some 1.2 million vehicles are affected in the U.S. and another 156,000 in Canada. Braking First of all, the rear brake jounce hose on a large number of 2015-2018 Ford …August 29, 2025

640,000 GM, Ford Vehicles With Faulty Airbags Recalled in Canada

General Motors and Ford announced massive recalls in November 2020 and January of this year, respectively, due to faulty airbags. Over 9 million vehicles were said to be affected. And now we know exactly how many of those are in Canada. According to recall notices posted by Transport Canada, a …February 12, 2021

AJAC’s 2016 Canadian Car of The Year Awards: Testing Begins This Week

The 28 th edition of what is affectionately known as Testfest is under way. This annual event gathers up members of the Automotive Journalists Association of Canada in order to determine the best new vehicles for 2016. This year, the test program will be held at Canadian Tire Motorsport Park …October 26, 2015

Here Is The 2016 Lincoln MKX

At the Detroit Auto Show, Lincoln finally unveiled the production version of their new-and-improved 2016 MKX. This new version will replace the outgoing model, which had been with us since 2007. The base engine will be a 3.7-litre V6 developing 300 horsepower, but the real novelty is the 2.7-litre Ecoboost …January 13, 2015

New Revel Sound System For Lincoln

Technology/Autonomous Vehicles

Those who know their home entertainment systems have heard the Revel name: it is a division of Harman International (ever heard the name Harman-Kardon?) that is known for their speakers and their high-quality amplifiers. After a partnership with Ford, buyers who are looking for the ultimate sound system in their …December 4, 2014

Ford Recalls 71 Ford Edges and Lincoln MKXs

Well, they’ve only been in production for a few months, but Ford has already issued a recall for the Edge and MKX models. Acting fast to avoid a large-scale recall the likes of which would sound familiar to a certain Japanese auto giant, Ford’s deduced that just 71 vehicles left …November 2, 2010

Lincoln reworks, quiets MKX crossover to aim at Lexus, Audi buyers

Ford Motor Co.'s Lincoln brand will take another run at the top luxury midsize crossover vehicles with its redesigned five-seat 2011 MKX. The vehicle, an upgraded version of the Ford Edge, gets a new 3.7-litre, 305-horsepower V-6, a more luxurious interior and new exterior styling. Highway fuel economy stays the …January 13, 2010

Indian Workplace Violence Leads to Idling Ford Plant

A recent altercation between Indian labourers and management in an auto parts plants has left Ford’s crossover plant idle. After persistent troubles and issues involving fired labourers and a striking work force, it came to blows as the striking workforce marched towards a group of men acting “at the behest” …October 27, 2009

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2010 Lincoln MKX

Our review of the 2010 Lincoln MKX

The Car Guide rating 67%

Pros

Guaranteed comfort
Quiet cabin
Powerful engines
Revel sound system good for the ears
Made in Canada!

Cons

Not much fun to drive
Wishy-washy steering
A pillars are very wide (hindering visibility)
Very heavy vehicle

Fuel economy	4/10
Reliability	4/10
Safety	9/10
Infotainment	8/10
Driving	7/10
Overall	6/10

What's new in 2018

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Recalls

Brakes
August 22, 2025
Brakes
August 13, 2020
Seats And Restraints
July 20, 2020
Structure
September 12, 2018

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