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Lincoln MKZ (2012) vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Lincoln MKZ and 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 specs.

2012 Lincoln MKZ and 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Specifications

Model Year 2012 2017  
Model Lincoln MKZ Audi A3 / S3 / RS3  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.4 in 103.8 in 3.6 in
Length 190.6 in 175.4 in 15.2 in
Width 72.2 in 70.7 in 1.5 in
Height 56.9 in 55.7 in 1.2 in
Curb Weight 3598 lb. 3197 lb. 401 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.5 gal. 13.2 gal. 4.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 36.5 in 2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.4 in 54.8 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.0 in 0.0 in 54 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.2 in 1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 36.1 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 53.0 in 3.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.3 in 0.0 in 53.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.1 in 35.1 in 2 in
Total Legroom 79.4 in (over 2 rows) 76.3 in (over 2 rows) 3.1 in
Cargo Volume 16.5 ft3 12.3 ft3 4.2 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Lincoln MKZ

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Seat evaluations are highly subjective. For me, the MKZ's standard front seats are very good, but short of outstanding. Compared to the seats in the Fusion, they're more firmly contoured but have smaller side bolsters. The optional multi-contour seats might address the bolster deficit. But few people are going to drive this car in a manner that requires much lateral support. see full Lincoln MKZ review
2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Fusion. In the MKZ they're tighter still. Six-foot passengers might still fit, but not comfortably. Even without sufficient space for toes beneath its front seat, the Lexus ES's rear seat is far roomier. see full Lincoln MKZ review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Lincoln MKZ

2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD		 I love driving in luxury, and this car delivers much of it. From the cooled/heated seats to the delicious feel of the leather seating surfaces, this car offers more than adequate comfort...and it is a luxury automobile after all. I would expect no less from Lincoln. see full Lincoln MKZ review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
2016 Same goes for rear seat room. The Audi S3's rear seat can be a tight fit for adults, especially if those in the front seats are tall. But at least most adults will fit. My adult-sized children rode in the back seat from Detroit to Nashville and back without complaining about the amount of space. (It helped that none of us are tall; I'm 5-9.) The back seat in the CLA provides far less room for heads and legs. Mercedes markets it as a coupe for a reason. see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3

2017 Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan turbocharged 292hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual AWD		 very tight see full Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 review
 
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