2012 Lincoln MKZ

excellent car for all types of driving

By Andrew (DE) on Saturday, June 15, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 58,000

Pros: "a delight to drive"

Cons: "gas mileage could be better, but uses reg gas"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"A family sedan, sports car, cargo carrier... this car does it all. Not a single problem after 58,000 miles. fwd handles as well in all conditions as my last MKZ which was AWD. Getting about 29 highway, but only 18 city. A delight to drive. Nice looking, too."

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We LOVE our '12 MKZ Hybrid!

By LivingLaVidaLincoln (CO) on Friday, June 14, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 17,000

Pros: "Fuel Efficiency, Smooth/Quiet Ride, Elegant Style"

Cons: "Awkward cupholder location, smaller hybrid trunk"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"We have a 2012 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid with 17,000 miles (purchased near the end of 2011). I can't tell you how impressed we continue to be with this car. We average 44 mpg, with it being a regular occurrence for us to obtain 60-70mpg+ in our daily errands around town. We even manage to hit that coveted "99mpg" mark in regular fashion as we drive from one errand to another in town (usually on warm weather days). Getting the most out of a hybrid means changing how you drive. Get up to speed quickly (while not "jackrabbitting") and then pulse with the accelerator or use the cruise control on even surfaces. "Pulsing" the acclerator (using it for brief periods of time to get back up to and/or maintain speed and then take foot off accelerator while the car coasts/cruises down the road) works very well. The interior and exterior styling is pleasingly elegant, with the leather seats a plush experience, the wood trim attractive, and the heated/cooled seats a delight. The sound system is excellent. We love the headroom, opting to not have a moonroof allowed me (6'2" tall) to have plenty of space between my head the and the interior's roof. The ride is remarkably smooth, even with the hybrid's "Low Rolling Resistance" tires, and the cabin is very quiet when cruising down the highway. Overall, we keep mentioning to each other how this Lincoln MKZ Hybrid has outperformed all our expectations in ride, comfort, styling and fuel efficiency (we get 700+ miles per tank!) We love our Lincoln MKZ Hybrid!!!"

1 person out of 1 found this review helpful

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Very inspirational vehicle!

By Lincoln girl (DC) on Tuesday, May 21, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 1,000

Pros: "Folded back seats, roof, drive, mpg, controls"

Cons: "back seats headroom"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 9

"Was shopping for more than a year for a hybrid, tried them all and eventually got my MKZ 2013 hybrid. Even though MKZ is criticized for being pricey, the hybrid version is still the best deal among its class as the hybrid doesn't have the price premium vs other brands. It stands out among other options (ES, 3 series, A4, E series) due to its incredible 46 mpg and design. I record regularly 43 mpg on mine, and once it shown 47mpg. Something as a recommendation for Lincoln - they did a mistake on their website by not mentioning the folding back seats with opening for the skies. The actual cargo capacity of MKZ is in fact much larger with back seats folded. This feature was a deal breaker for me while choosing between ES hybrid and MKZ in the favor of the latter."

6 people out of 6 found this review helpful

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Best Car I've Owned

By FangStang (MO) on Wednesday, May 01, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 62,000

Pros: "Quiet, comfortable, reliable, excellent in snow"

Cons: "None"

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"The MKZ has been excellent. With AWD I have been able to get through the snow without issue. The traction has been great. A daily driver city/highway combination has averaged 22+ MPG. Quiet ride and very comfortable on long trips. Would consider this car again when time to trade."

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so far asome

By cjcruzn (MN) on Sunday, April 28, 2013

I own this car - My approximate mileage is 121,000

Pros: "cruses very nice. mpg 23/29"

Cons: "expensive, but worth it."

Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10

"Every thing seems very good. Just need 2 fix pass. window button switch ."

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