2018 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2018 Lincoln MKZ
When we compare the 2018 Lexus ES 350's and the 2018 Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Lexus ES 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2018 Lexus ES 350 and 2018 Lincoln MKZ have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Lexus ES 350's and the 2018 Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Lexus ES 350 is a better car than the 2018 Lincoln MKZ.
2018 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2018 Lincoln MKZ Pricing
A used 2018 Lexus ES 350 ranges from $22,945 to $33,920 while a used 2018 Lincoln MKZ is priced between $16,998 to $29,224.
2018 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2018 Lincoln MKZ Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Lexus ES 350 loses 40.6 percent of its value and the 2018 Lincoln MKZ loses 53.6 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Lexus ES 350 retains 12.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 Lincoln MKZ.
2018 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2018 Lincoln MKZ Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.0 out of 10 while the Lincoln MKZ's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Lexus ES 350 being ranked 1 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Lincoln MKZ being ranked 3 out of 29.
2018 Lexus ES 350 vs. 2018 Lincoln MKZ Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus ES 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Lincoln MKZ the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Lexus ES 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln MKZ.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Lexus ES 350’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the 2018 Lincoln MKZ base engine makes 245 horsepower. Both the ES 350 and the MKZ are rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 516 and 512 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2018 Lexus ES 350 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear leg room. The 2018 Lincoln MKZ 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 2018 Lexus ES 350 and the 2018 Lincoln MKZ have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22945 - 33920
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.406489
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16998 - 29224
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.53575
Lexus ES 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.962094 / 10
Reliability:
8.986281 / 10
Retained Value:
8.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 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 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 29Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
2 out of / 29Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Ranking
24 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
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Lexus ES 350 Trim Levels
Base
2018 Lincoln MKZ Trim Levels
Black Label, Premiere, Reserve, Select
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:
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:
268 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
248 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
245 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
21 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
347 / 512 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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:
15.2 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:
3571 lbs
Width:
71.7 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
193.3 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3739 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:
P215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R18