2018 Lincoln MKX
The 2018 Lincoln MKX is a compact SUV, rated at 20 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 20
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- —
- Recalls
- 5
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Lincoln |
|---|---|
| Model | MKX |
| Model year | 2018 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.7 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S6) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 18 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 25 |
| Combined MPG | 20 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 444 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3100 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| MKX AWD | 19 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| MKX AWD | 19 MPG combined |
| MKX FWD | 20 MPG combined |
| MKX FWD | 20 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 18 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 25 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 38% below the class average.
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- Amount financed
- $27,000
- Total interest
- $4,697
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≈ $2,010/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (5)
- SERVICE BRAKES20V469000 · 2020-08-10
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford Edge and 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 13, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S42.
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH18V612000 · 2018-09-11
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles. These vehicles may have door striker bolts that are shorter than intended. Vehicles with shorter door striker bolts fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components" potentially resulting in the doors opening in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the door striker bolts, free of charge. The recall began October 18, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C06.
- SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST20V414000 · 2020-07-17
Ford Motor Company, Inc. (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2019-2020 Nautilus vehicles equipped with 16-way electric tilt seats. The seat cushion frame edge may contact the wire harness when the seat occupant uses the tilt function of the seat, potentially damaging one or more wires within the harness, which can result in either inadvertent deployment of the air bag or nondeployment of the air bag in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install protective flocking tape onto the exposed edge of the 16-way seat cushion frames, and inspect the wire harness for damage, and repair or replace it as needed, free of charge. This recall began August 12, 2020. Owners may contact Ford/Lincoln customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S37.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR18V548000 · 2018-08-20
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Edge, Lincoln MKX, 2019 Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The power supply cables at the starter and the alternator may not have been properly secured, possibly resulting in an electrical arc.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator and starter motor power supply cables to verify that they are properly secured, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began September 26, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S25.
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS25V544000 · 2025-08-22
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Lincoln MKX and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The rear brake jounce hose may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake jounce hoses and adjust brake jounce hoses with no damage present, free of charge. Interim owner letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated August 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S87.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX is EPA-rated at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 25 highway).
Is the 2018 Lincoln MKX reliable?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2018 Lincoln MKX. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Lincoln MKX?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Lincoln MKX costs roughly $2,010 per year to fuel, or about $10,050 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC