| Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKZ | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.4 in | 119.1 in | -11.7 in |
| Length | 190.6 in | 198.8 in | -8.2 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 78.9 in | -6.7 in |
| Height | 56.9 in | 69.9 in | -13 in |
| Curb Weight | 3598 lb. | 4345 lb. | -747 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 17.9 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.7 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.4 in | 61.8 in | -4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.0 in | 59.2 in | -5.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.3 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.5 in | -2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 61.9 in | -5.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.3 in | 59.1 in | -5.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.0 in | -1.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 54.6 in | -54.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 113.5 in (over 3 rows) | -34.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.5 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.5 | 47.9 ft3 | -31.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.5 ft3 | 87.8 ft3 | -71.3 ft3 |
| 2011 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Ford Explorer.