2013 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
When comparing the 2013 Lexus ES 300h's and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Lexus ES 300h has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2013 Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2013 Lexus ES 300h's and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the 2013 Lexus ES 300h is a better car than the 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
2013 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ Pricing
A used 2013 Lexus ES 300h ranges from $11,987 to $24,040 while a used 2013 Lincoln MKZ is priced between $7,999 to $18,085.
2013 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2013 Lexus ES 300h loses 48.2 percent of its value and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ loses 53.6 percent of its value. This means the 2013 Lexus ES 300h retains 5.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2013 Lincoln MKZ.
2013 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 9.1 out of 10 while the Lincoln MKZ's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 300h being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Hybrid Cars and the Lincoln MKZ being ranked 3 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2013 Lexus ES 300h vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 300h is 8.8 out of 10. For the Lincoln MKZ the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 300h a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln MKZ.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2013 Lexus ES 300h’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ base engine makes 240 horsepower. The ES 300h is rated to deliver an average of 40 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 671 miles. The MKZ is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 545 miles. This gives the 2013 Lexus ES 300h the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2013 Lincoln MKZ. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2013 Lexus ES 300h, a hybrid midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear leg room. The 2013 Lincoln MKZ, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2013 Lexus ES 300h and the 2013 Lincoln MKZ have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11987 - 24040
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.481887
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7999 - 18085
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.53575
Lexus ES 300h Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.145427 / 10
Reliability:
8.836281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln MKZ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.65793 / 10
Reliability:
8.473792 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus ES 300h Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Lincoln MKZ Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2013 Lexus ES 300h Trim Levels
Base
2013 Lincoln MKZ Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
40 / 39 / 40
Range (city/hwy):
688 / 671 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 33 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 545 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
12.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3660 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
192.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3719 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
194.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R18