| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | |
| Model | Lincoln MKZ | Mini Hardtop | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6500 270 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 192 lb-ft@1850 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 97.1 in | 15.1 in |
| Length | 194.1 in | 145.6 in | 48.5 in |
| Width | 73.4 in | 66.3 in | 7.1 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 55.4 in | 2.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3829 lb. | 2668 lb. | 1161 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.9 in | 38.8 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.7 in | 50.3 in | 7.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.6 in | 37.6 in | -1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.3 in | 44.7 in | 10.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.8 in | 0.0 in | 53.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 29.9 in | 7.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 71.3 in (over 2 rows) | 7.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 24.0 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
| 2015 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 | ||
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Lincoln MKZ.
| 2011 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat room is extremely limited but it's a Mini...not a mini van! see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2012 | 2dr Hatch 121-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
We're tall and have room to spare. see full Mini Hardtop review |
| 2011 | 2dr Hatch turbocharged 181hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Small children, petite women and Hobbits may sit in the back on short trips. Otherwise, forget it. It's a MINI! see full Mini Hardtop review |