| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKX | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 305 hp@6500 280 lb-ft@4000 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 207 hp@6950 180 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 97.1 in | 14.1 in |
| Length | 186.7 in | 143.1 in | 43.6 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 66.5 in | 9.5 in |
| Height | 67.3 in | 55.4 in | 11.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4361 lb. | 2679 lb. | 1682 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 50.9 in | 8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 0.0 in | 54.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.3 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.6 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 44.7 in | 14 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.2 in | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 31.3 in | 8.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 72.6 in (over 2 rows) | 7.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | 26.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.6 ft3 | 25.0 ft3 | 43.6 ft3 |
| 2012 Lincoln MKX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 305-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
heated AND cooled front seats see full Lincoln MKX review |
| 2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Good support. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2006 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2006 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
what room? see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are okay for choildren or small adults. Since all in my family are smaller than average, we can handle short rides in the back. More normal sized people may feel somewhat cramped, especially if someone with long legs sits in front. gae see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2005 | 2dr Hatch 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat not usable for passengers. see full Mini Hardtop review |