Model Year | 2013 | 2011 | |
Model | Lincoln MKZ | Lexus ES | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 224 kW@6500 366 Nm@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,850 mm | 2,776 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,930 mm | 4,854 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,864 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,478 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,737 kg | 1,624 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 70 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 963 mm | 950 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,466 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,062 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 930 mm | 935 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,367 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 940 mm | 912 mm | 28 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 436 L | 416 L | 20 L |
2013 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2013 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Ford Fusion. In the Lincoln 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 |
2013 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 |
2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |