2019 Volvo S60 vs. 2019 Lincoln MKZ
When comparing the 2019 Volvo S60's and the 2019 Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Volvo S60 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and base engine power. The 2019 Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Volvo S60's and the 2019 Lincoln MKZ's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Lincoln MKZ is a better car than the 2019 Volvo S60.
2019 Volvo S60 vs. 2019 Lincoln MKZ Pricing
A used 2019 Volvo S60 ranges from $22,125 to $32,992 while a used 2019 Lincoln MKZ is priced between $21,358 to $31,999.
2019 Volvo S60 vs. 2019 Lincoln MKZ Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Volvo S60 loses 57 percent of its value and the 2019 Lincoln MKZ loses 53.6 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Lincoln MKZ retains 3.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Volvo S60.
2019 Volvo S60 vs. 2019 Lincoln MKZ Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo S60 is 8.5 out of 10 while the Lincoln MKZ's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Volvo S60 being ranked 4 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Lincoln MKZ being ranked 3 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2019 Volvo S60 vs. 2019 Lincoln MKZ Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo S60 is 8.6 out of 10. For the Lincoln MKZ the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Volvo S60 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln MKZ.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Volvo S60’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the 2019 Lincoln MKZ base engine makes 245 horsepower. The S60 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 522 miles. The MKZ is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. This gives the 2019 Volvo S60 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Lincoln MKZ. The S60 uses premium unleaded, and the MKZ uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Lincoln MKZ, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Volvo S60, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of rear head room. The 2019 Volvo S60 and 2019 Lincoln MKZ are comparable in regards to front head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Volvo S60 and the 2019 Lincoln MKZ have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22125 - 32992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.570212
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21358 - 31999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.53575
Volvo S60 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.477283 / 10
Reliability:
8.63185 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 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
Volvo S60 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 36Ranking
4 out of / 30Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
9 out of / 31Ranking
20 out of / 30Ranking
23 out of / 36Ranking
24 out of / 30Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
27 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Lincoln 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, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Volvo S60 Trim Levels
T5 Inscription, T5 Momentum, T5 R-Design, T6 Inscription, T6 Momentum, T6 R-Design
2019 Lincoln MKZ Trim Levels
Base, Reserve I, Reserve II
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 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:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 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:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 36 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 522 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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):
20 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 512 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
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:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
11.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 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:
3657 lbs
Width:
80.3 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
187.4 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3739 lbs
Width:
83.3 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
193.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R18