Ford Explorer vs Lincoln MKX
Overview | |
MSRP$31,050 | MSRP$38,260 |
Listings9756 | Listings1095 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryFor 2016, Ford refreshes the popular Explorer by updating the styling, upgrading the available features, offering a new and more efficient engine option, and adding a new Platinum luxury trim level. Collectively, the changes make the 2016 Explorer the best one yet. Unfortunately, Ford failed to fix one of this crossover SUV’s only real flaws, making it hard to recommend the Explorer. | |
Reviews SummaryWithout a talented chef, the best ingredients from around the world can produce a mediocre meal. Thus, the redesigned 2016 Lincoln MKX comes across as half-baked, a stylish and remarkably well-equipped vehicle that is good rather than great. To better compete in an increasingly crowded segment, this Lincoln requires additional refinement and attention to detail. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine3.7L 300 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower300 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City17 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 290 hp V6 | Engine Name3.7L 300 hp V6 |
Torque255 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower290 hp @ 6500 rpm | Horsepower300 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway24 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space21.0 cu ft | Cargo Space37.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4457 lbs | Curb Weight4251 lbs |
Height70.0 in | Height66.2 in |
Length198.3 in | Length190.0 in |
Width90.2 in | Width86.1 in |
Wheelbase112.8 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1703 lbs | Maximum Payload1206 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $31,050 | $38,260 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | For 2016, Ford refreshes the popular Explorer by updating the styling, upgrading the available features, offering a new and more efficient engine option, and adding a new Platinum luxury trim level. Collectively, the changes make the 2016 Explorer the best one yet. Unfortunately, Ford failed to fix one of this crossover SUV’s only real flaws, making it hard to recommend the Explorer. | Without a talented chef, the best ingredients from around the world can produce a mediocre meal. Thus, the redesigned 2016 Lincoln MKX comes across as half-baked, a stylish and remarkably well-equipped vehicle that is good rather than great. To better compete in an increasingly crowded segment, this Lincoln requires additional refinement and attention to detail. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 3.7L 300 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6500 rpm | 300 hp @ 6500 rpm |
MPG City | 17 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 290 hp V6 | 3.7L 300 hp V6 |
Torque | 255 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 290 hp @ 6500 rpm | 300 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 24 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 21.0 cu ft | 37.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4457 lbs | 4251 lbs |
Height | 70.0 in | 66.2 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 190.0 in |
Width | 90.2 in | 86.1 in |
Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1703 lbs | 1206 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 2000 lbs |

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