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2016 Lincoln MKT review

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Lincoln MKT highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Tons of features
  • Seats up to seven
  • Comfortable and quiet

Cons

  • Limited rear visibility
  • Cramped third row
  • Lackluster handling

Mileage (EPA estimate)

15 city, 21 highway, 17 combined

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Family friendly and full of features

The 2016 Lincoln MKT is equally at home in the school pickup line or cruising into your office in the city. The 2016 MKT comes standard with seating for seven, while available second-row captain’s chairs reduce seating to six. Choose between a V6 engine that comes with front-wheel drive, or a turbocharged V6 paired with all-wheel drive. Whichever layout you choose the MKT is packed with features including standard heated and ventilated front seats, an available panoramic sunroof, and available adaptive cruise control. 

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What is new for the 2016 Lincoln MKT?

  • MKT trims have been upgraded with Blind Spot Monitor, Lane Departure Warning, Bluetooth Technology, and Navigation System as standard equipment this year.

5 reasons to buy the 2016 Lincoln MKT

1. Plenty of passenger space 

Carpool duty is no problem with the 2016 Lincoln MKT. The SUV seats seven people, with a second-row bench and two seats in the third row. Available second-row captain’s chairs reduce seating capacity to six but give easier access to the third row.  

2. Turbocharged engine 

The 2016 Lincoln MKT comes standard with a 303-hp 3.7L V6 engine, paired with front-wheel drive. For even more power and acceleration, choose the 365-hp 3.5L twin-turbocharged V6, which comes standard with all-wheel drive. An adaptive suspension system also comes standard with the turbo, providing an even smoother ride.  

3. Comfortable seating 

The 2016 Lincoln MKT is comfortable, no matter what the weather. Leather upholstery is standard, and so are heated and ventilated front seats. The available second-row captain’s chairs are heated and ventilated too, so your passengers will be cozy or cool on family drives.  

4. Driver assist features 

The 2016 Lincoln MKT has advanced driver-assist features that will give you peace of mind behind the wheel. The available Elite package adds blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert. The Technology package adds adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and an automatic parallel parking system.  

5. Surround sound systems 

Whether you listen to hip-hop or classical, your music will sound great on the 2016 Lincoln MKT thanks to available surround-sound systems. A 10-speaker system comes standard, while a 14-speaker premium system comes standard with the turbocharged engine. Standard Bluetooth® integration makes it easy to connect to your playlists.  

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

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Above Average

RepairPal gave the Lincoln MKT an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Lincoln MKT 4th out of 20 among Luxury Fullsize SUVs.

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Lincoln MKT features and specs

Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Leather Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Sync System
  • Third Row Seat
  • Traction Control
  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automated Parking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Navigation System
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Folding Third Row
  • Quad Seats
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Entertainment System
  • THX Certified Audio
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

Front Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.7L

Horsepower

303

Torque (ft-lbs)

278

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

18.6

Wheelbase

117.9"

Overall length

207.6"

Width

76"

Height

67.4"

Leg room

F 41.3"/M 41.8"/R 33"

Head room

F 40.1"/M 39"/R 33.5"

Front tires

P235/55HR19

Rear tires

P235/55HR19

Seating capacity

7

Max towing capacity

200/2000 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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