Lincoln MKZ AWD

20072020 · 22 configurations

Lowest
19
Average
21
Best
25

The Lincoln MKZ AWD has been tested by the EPA across 22 different configurations spanning model years 2007 through 2020. Over this period, the MKZ AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 19 MPG to 25 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2020
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600202923MPG
2020
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172620MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600202923MPG
2019
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172620MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600202823MPG
2018
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172620MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,600202823MPG
2017
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172620MPG
2016
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,400223125MPG
2016
3.7L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172420MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,400223125MPG
2015
3.7L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182521MPG
2014
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,400223125MPG
2014
3.7L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182521MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,400223125MPG
2013
3.7L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2012
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,150172419MPG
2011
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,150172419MPG
2010
3.5L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,150172419MPG
2009
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2008
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150172419MPG
2007
3.5L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150162419MPG

Historical Efficiency

2020
23
2019
23
2018
23
2017
23
2016
25
2015
25
2014
25
2013
25
2012
19
2011
19
2010
19
2009
19
2008
19
2007
19

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (MKZ AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Lincoln MKZ AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Lincoln Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
454
Total Deaths
291

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.0%
Fire Occurrence
4.6%
Speeding Involved
16.5%
DUI Involved
15.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

74%
Front
18%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2022
Fatal Crashes62
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2021
Fatal Crashes69
Fatalities
46
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes57
Fatalities
36
Deaths/Crash
0.63
2019
Fatal Crashes41
Fatalities
33
Deaths/Crash
0.80
2018
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2017
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
28
Deaths/Crash
0.61
2016
Fatal Crashes42
Fatalities
22
Deaths/Crash
0.52
2015
Fatal Crashes32
Fatalities
23
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2014
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.57

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2019
1
2017
2
2016
2
2015
3
2014
3
2013
13
2011
1
2010
3
2009
2
2007
5
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