Lincoln MKZ vs. Toyota Avalon

When comparing the Lincoln MKZ's and the Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars The Toyota Avalon has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln MKZ's and the Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Avalon is a better car than the Lincoln MKZ.

Lincoln MKZ vs. Toyota Avalon Pricing

A used 2020 Lincoln MKZ ranges from $23,664 to $37,498 while a used 2020 Toyota Avalon is priced between $27,029 to $39,483.

Lincoln MKZ vs. Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Avalon retains 5.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln MKZ.

Lincoln MKZ vs. Toyota Avalon Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln MKZ is 8.7 out of 10 while the Toyota Avalon's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln MKZ being ranked 5 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Toyota Avalon being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Large Cars.

Lincoln MKZ vs. Toyota Avalon Reliability Rating

iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln MKZ is 8.5 out of 10. For the Toyota Avalon the reliability rating is 9.8 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Avalon an advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln MKZ.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Lincoln MKZ’s base engine makes 245 horsepower, and the Toyota Avalon base engine makes 301 horsepower. The MKZ is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles.This gives the Toyota Avalon the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lincoln MKZ the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Toyota Avalon, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lincoln MKZ, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lincoln MKZ and the Toyota Avalon have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.