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Used Lincoln MKZ: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every Lincoln MKZ from 2010 to 2020, across 2 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $6,000 to $19,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2010–2020.
2013–2020 Lincoln MKZ
A comfortable midsize sedan based on the Ford Fusion, with a fuel-efficient hybrid option.
Years to target: 2013–2020. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $9,000* | Target | 5 of 5 | ~130,000 |
| 2014 | $10,000* | Target | 5 of 5 | ~120,000 |
| 2015 | $11,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~110,000 |
| 2016 | $12,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~105,000 |
| 2017 | $14,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~95,000 |
| 2018 | $15,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~85,000 |
| 2019 | $17,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~75,000 |
| 2020 | $19,500* | Target | 5 of 5 | ~65,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- Early cars have frustrating touch controls, rear headroom is tight, and the hybrid's battery shrinks the trunk.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Target a 2017 or later Reserve: the refresh brought an available 400 hp twin-turbo V6 and newer tech, and Reserve adds premium leather and more standard features.
On the test drive
On a hybrid, ask for a battery health check. Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: optional from 2017, never standard in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2013, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Camry 2016–2017 · $13,000–$14,500
- Honda Accord 2015–2016 · $13,000–$14,500
- Toyota Corolla 2015–2017 · $12,500–$14,500
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2010–2012 Lincoln MKZ
A midsize luxury sedan with available all-wheel drive.
Years to target: 2010–2012. It has a strong reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $6,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~135,000 |
| 2011 | $7,000 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~130,000 |
| 2012 | $7,500 | Target | 4 of 5 | ~120,000 |
Worth knowing
- It feels like a dressed-up Ford, and resale value is low.
The trim we'd park in our garage
The MKZ came well equipped in one trim, so seek packages like navigation and a sunroof. The 2011 and later Hybrid adds excellent mileage at little price premium.
On the test drive
On hybrids, check the hybrid battery health and listen for brake noise at low speed. On a hybrid, ask for a battery health check.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Subaru Legacy 2010–2013 · $6,000–$7,000
- Honda Accord 2010–2011 · $6,500–$7,000
- Ford Fusion 2012 · $6,000
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.