Lincoln MKZ vs. INFINITI Q50
When comparing the Lincoln MKZ's and the INFINITI Q50's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The INFINITI Q50 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln MKZ's and the INFINITI Q50's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln MKZ is a better car than the INFINITI Q50.
Lincoln MKZ vs. INFINITI Q50 Pricing
A used 2020 Lincoln MKZ ranges from $22,994 to $36,601 while a used 2020 INFINITI Q50 is priced between $23,497 to $37,999.
Lincoln MKZ vs. INFINITI Q50 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln MKZ loses 53.6 percent of its value and the INFINITI Q50 loses 51.8 percent of its value. This means the INFINITI Q50 retains 1.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln MKZ.
Lincoln MKZ vs. INFINITI Q50 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln MKZ is 8.7 out of 10 while the INFINITI Q50's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln MKZ being ranked 3 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the INFINITI Q50 being ranked 19 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
Lincoln MKZ vs. INFINITI Q50 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln MKZ is 8.5 out of 10. For the INFINITI Q50 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the Lincoln MKZ an advantage in reliability compared to the INFINITI Q50.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lincoln MKZ’s base engine makes 245 horsepower, and the INFINITI Q50 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The MKZ is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The Q50 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles.This gives the Lincoln MKZ the advantage in fuel efficiency and the INFINITI Q50 the advantage in maximum range. The MKZ uses regular unleaded, and the Q50 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The INFINITI Q50, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The Lincoln MKZ, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lincoln MKZ has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22994 - 36601
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.53575
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23497 - 37999
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518088
Lincoln MKZ Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.65793 / 10
Reliability:
8.473792 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
INFINITI Q50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln 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 / 29INFINITI Q50 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 36Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
10 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 36Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
21 out of / 36Ranking
26 out of / 30Ranking
32 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lincoln MKZ Trim Levels
Reserve, Standard
INFINITI Q50 Trim Levels
3.0T Luxe, 3.0T Pure, 3.0T Sport, Edition 30, Red Sport 400
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 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):
20 / 31 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 512 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 29 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
400 / 580 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.5 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3685 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
189.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17