2018 Lincoln MKC Buyer's Guide

Starting Price: $34,280 | Price yours
Above Average: Comfortable, quiet, smooth power delivery
Below Average: Resale value, rear seat room
Consensus: Lincoln’s most appealing, most competitive entry
Relaxed Comfort Bolstered by Smart Technology
In true Lincoln form, the MKC quickly and quietly shuttles you to your next destination in comfort and in style. While it doesn't offer the handling of some of its European competitors, the Lincoln MKC boasts a full slate of available high-tech amenities and compelling luxury options, with one of the lowest starting prices in the compact luxury SUV segment.
Driving It
"The 2018 Lincoln MKC is a compact-luxury-crossover SUV that exudes a feeling of solidity, confidence and safety. Lincoln gave the new MKC a wide track and a low center of gravity, which greatly improve this compact SUV’s ability to corner and maneuver like a small sports sedan." Find out more in our 2018 Lincoln MKC full review.
Lincoln Way App
This smartphone app makes it easy to get in touch with Lincoln's concierge team, which can help with roadside assistance, plus other services. The app also lets you control features like remote start, door lock/unlock and suspension settings, lets you find and pay for parking, and schedule vehicle service with pickup and return delivery of your car, plus use of a loaner in the meantime.
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Build and Price
The 2018 Lincoln MKC starts around $34,000, climbing to about $58,000 for a fully decked-out Black Label. But those are sticker prices, and you should expect to pay less. Build and price your own 2018 Lincoln MKC to unlock this week's Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price, 5-Year Cost to Own and more.
Comparison Test
The Lincoln MKC was one of four luxury SUVs we drove 500 roundtrip miles from Southern California to Paso Robles, California, as part of our most recent Small Luxury SUV Comparison Test.
Owners' Opinions
MKC owner and KBB.com visitor Albie had this to say about Lincoln's compact luxury SUV: "It gets close to its benchmarks (smaller German SUVs) in most respects. It falls short in a couple of respects (MPGs, transmissions) but makes up for them in other areas (standard equipment, optional technologies)." Read more Lincoln MKC consumer reviews.
More Small Luxury SUVs
This popular segment has grown to more than 10 vehicles strong, each of the entries appealing on a variety of levels. Visit our Compact Luxury SUV Buyer's Guide to have a look at all your options.
Photo Gallery: Exterior, Interior and Details
2019 Lincoln MKC
Next year, the MKC will receive refreshed styling, plus more safety and convenience technology. The 2019 Lincoln MKC is expected to go on sale this summer.
Video: Lincoln MKC Review and Road Test
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