| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKZ | Mini Convertible | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4800 |
supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 154 kW@6950 244 Nm@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,728 mm | 2,466 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,841 mm | 3,635 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,834 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,445 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,632 kg | 1,295 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 50 L | 16 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 975 mm | 8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,458 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,372 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 960 mm | 968 mm | -8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,354 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 699 mm | 243 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,748 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 467 L | 119 L | 348 L |
| 2012 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 | |
| 2012 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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 | ||
| 2012 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 |
| 2006 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat is usable only as a package tray, though it does serve to hold a second carry-on bag. see full Mini Convertible review |