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Condition | Trade-In Value | Private Party Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Excellent | $2,775 | $7,375 | ||
Very Good | $2,625 | $6,950 | ||
Good | $2,425 | $6,500 | ||
Fair | $1,925 | $5,325 |
Estimated Trade-In Values for the 2012 Lincoln MKS Sedan 4D range from about $1,925 to $2,775 depending on vehicle condition. Estimated Private Party Values range from about $5,325 to $7,375 depending on vehicle condition. Valid for ZIP Code 43085 through 2/22/2026.
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Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 | $1,176 | $8,659 | $6,001 | ||
2024 | $2,552 | $6,107 | $3,989 | ||
2025 | $898 | $5,209 | $2,989 | ||
Now | + $1,291 | $6,500 | $2,425 |
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Curb Weight | 4151 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 105.8 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 39.7 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 41.9 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 204.1 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 58.6 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 1000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 18.4 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 39.7 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 112.9 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 85.5 inches |
Adaptive Headlights | Available | ||
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Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
Fog Lights | Available | ||
HID Headlights | Available | ||
Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 4 doors |
City | 17 mpg | ||
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Highway | 25 mpg | ||
Combined | 20 mpg |
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
6 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Premium |
Horsepower | 273 @ 6250 RPM | ||
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Torque | 270 @ 4250 rpm | ||
Engine | V6, 3.7 Liter |
Basic | 4 years / 50000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 6 years / 70000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |
If you’re seeking a big, comfortable, traditional-looking sedan that can seat five, gets decent fuel economy and starts in the $40,000 range, the MKS deserves a spot on your shopping list.
If driving thrills and handling dynamics are priorities, you’ll probably want to look at competitors such as the BMW 5 Series, Acura TL, Audi A6, Infiniti M37 or Cadillac CTS. And despite its heritage, the Lincoln badge may not have the appeal of German and Japanese luxury brands.
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| Price | $7,525 | $7,050 | $7,075 | $7,325 | |
| KBB.com Rating | 3.4 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 3.4 | |
| Consumer Rating | 4.6 | 4.6 | 3.6 | 4.5 | |
| Fuel Economy | City 17/Hwy 25/Comb 20 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 38 MPG | City 0/Hwy 0/Comb 88 MPGe | City 29/Hwy 38/Comb 32 MPG | City 26/Hwy 34/Comb 29 MPG | |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Gas | |
| Safety Rating | N/A | 5.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | |
| Basic Warranty | 4 years or 50000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 3 years or 36000 miles | 5 years or 60000 miles | |
| Horsepower | 273 @ 6250 RPM | 188 @ 6000 RPM | 130 @ 6000 RPM | 148 @ 6000 RPM | |
| Engine | V6, 3.7 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |