2023 Lincoln MKS

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The 2023 Lincoln MKS is a full-size luxury sedan manufactured and marketed by Ford’s Lincoln subdivision. The 2023 Lincoln MKS comes in two trim levels: front-wheel drive and AWD. Standard features on both include 18-inch wheels; heated electric side-view mirrors with memory and auto-dimming on the driver’s side; xenon HID headlights; cruise control; a new capless fueling system and an elegant, discreet touchpad entry system. There are many other options to consider at this high price point, including the Acura TL, Lexus ES 350, and Volvo S80.

2023 Lincoln MKS US

2023 Lincoln MKS US

2023 Lincoln MKS Interior

2023 Lincoln MKS Interior

The MKS also sits alongside the new rear-wheel drive Hyundai Genesis in terms of price, and those looking for a similar front-wheel drive package at a lower price might like the Hyundai Azera or Toyota Avalon more. Inside, the MKS features Ford’s voice-activated Sync system, leather upholstery, tilt/telescopic power steering wheel with memory, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated and ventilated 12-way power front seats, heated rear seats, center armrest with rear pass-through and a dash eight-speaker stereo with six-CD changers, satellite radio, and auxiliary audio jack.

2023 Lincoln MKS Car

2023 Lincoln MKS Car

Optional Lincoln 2023 MKS features include 19- or 20-inch wheels, adaptive headlights, rain-sensing wipers, and a double-glazed sunroof. Inside the cabin, options include a 600-watt THX-certified stereo system with wood or aluminum trim, a touchscreen navigation system with Sirius Travel Link, a backup camera, a power rear window sunshade, adaptive cruise control, and an upgraded 14-speaker with two speakers. speaker. Many of these features can be bundled together in Lincoln‘s Navigation, Technology, or Ultimate Packages.

2023 Lincoln MKS : Interior

Inside, the 2023 Lincoln MKS interior is on par with other cars in this segment, with standard leather upholstery and an attractive dashboard layout. The quality of the material, however, is a mixed bag, with a lot of sleek plastic and Ford-grade switchgear. The Lincoln’s ventilated seats are a nice touch, as are the MKS’s standard heated rear seats. What’s more, the Lincoln MKS offers plenty of interior and cargo space, with the trunk taking up 18.4 cubic feet. The rear passenger room and comfort are particularly impressive. The MKS and 2023 MKS EcoBoost have the same basic features, but the EcoBoost hardware makes the two packages standard. The Cold Weather package adds a heated steering wheel and outer rear seats. The Elite package includes a 16-speaker audio system, voice-activated navigation, and blind spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert. Both models are well-equipped, but this one is well worth the extra money to speed up a fix.

2023 Lincoln MKS : Engine

Both the front-wheel drive and 2023 Lincoln MKS AWD trim levels share the same drivetrain, a 3.7-liter V6 mated to a six-speed automatic transmission. The Lincoln  MKS is somewhat unusual compared to other luxury sedans in that it can run on premium fuel or in lower octane grades. On non-premium fuel, the MKS produces an estimated 273 hp and 270 pound-feet of torque. Filling with a higher octane can increase the strength of a few horses. It’s managed a moderate 7.5-second sprint from zero to 60 mph in our AWD test car; Expect the lighter front-wheel drive model to cut a few tenths this time. The EPA fuel economy estimates for the Lincoln MKS are 17/24 mpg city/highway for the front-wheel drive model and 16/23 for the AWD.

2023 Lincoln MKS : Safety

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the Lincoln MKS five out of five stars. It earned five stars in the front and side crash tests and four stars in the rollover test. In four-fifths of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tests, the MKS Lincoln scored best. However, it got the lowest weak score in the small overlapping front simulation. Standard safety features on the MKS include a rearview camera and front and rear parking sensors. The Lincoln MKS is also offered with blind spot monitoring, automatic parallel parking assist, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, and lane-keeping assist. The 2023 Lincoln MKS comes standard with stability and traction control, front-seat side airbags, side curtain airbags, and anti-lock brakes with brake assist.