Lincoln MKZ FWD

20072020 · 22 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
23
Best
26

The Lincoln MKZ FWD has been tested by the EPA across 22 different configurations spanning model years 2007 through 2020. Over this period, the MKZ FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 26 MPG, with an overall average of 23 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 Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500203124MPG
2020
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500203124MPG
2019
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500213124MPG
2018
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,500213124MPG
2017
3L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2016
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,300223326MPG
2016
3.7L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2015
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,300223326MPG
2015
3.7L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2014
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,300223226MPG
2014
3.7L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,700192722MPG
2013
2L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,300223226MPG
2013
3.7L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,700192722MPG
2012
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2011
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2010
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2009
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,850182821MPG
2008
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,700182822MPG
2007
3.5L 6-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,000172520MPG

Historical Efficiency

2020
24
2019
24
2018
24
2017
24
2016
26
2015
26
2014
26
2013
26
2012
21
2011
21
2010
21
2009
21
2008
22
2007
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (MKZ FWD) 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 FWD. 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

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

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