2012 Lincoln MKT - VIN 2LMHJ5AT2CBL53669 - Chicago, IL.
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2012 Lincoln MKT Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Reviewers find much to like about the smooth and silky 2012 Lincoln MKT and call it a more-than-capable entry in the luxury crossover market. Buyers, though, have not been that enthusiastic about the MKT in recent years, and the problem facing Ford, the parent company, is how to recoup some of the market share that's been slipping away in recent years for Lincoln overall, the MKT included.
Ford, which pulled the plug on Mercury as a brand, has vowed to invest in and reinvigorate Lincoln and has said the MKT in short order will be one of the first of several models getting a major makeover. The target audience: the upscale types interested in having their top-of-the-line rides loaded with all the latest technological advances.
In the meantime, Ford has announced, apparently in an attempt to boost sagging sales, that it will sell the 2012 Lincoln MKT with EcoBoost for $3,000 less than the 2011 version's price, which will keep it a few thousand bucks short of the $50,000 plateau.
The MKT's 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 engine is designed to both improve fuel economy and reduce emissions with the help of direct gasoline injection and twin turbocharging. The EcoBoost V6 gets 355 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque, and uses a 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle activation, and the MKT with EcoBoost comes in all-wheel drive. The combination ends up with mileage numbers of 16 mpg city/23 highway. The base 3.7-liter Duratec pushes 268 hp with 267 lb-ft of torque and has fuel numbers of 17/24.
The 2012 Lincoln MKT seats seven, and travelers ride in comfort that befits a luxury vehicle, though things can get a bit cramped for adults in the third-row seat, and Ford already packs plenty of style and high-tech goodies into the sports utility rig. A fixed glass roof in two pieces offers views to both front and second-row passengers and includes a power sunshade. Other highlights include tri-zone climate control, Sync infotainment with Bluetooth hands-free communications and a single-CD stereo system with 10 speakers.
A rear-view camera comes standard, and an active parking assist system with sensors that first tells the driver whether there’s enough room to parallel park, is available. Options for the second row of seats include heated and cooled leather-trimmed buckets, a heated bench seat or a setup that features a refrigerated console.
While the experts are just about unanimous in praising the 2012 Lincoln MKT's cabin, they check in decidedly mixed on the exterior, and many look forward to changes in that regard. Some, to be sure, appreciate the MKT’s design lines as unique. Others agree the MKT may indeed be different, but point out that they don’t go for what they call an SUV that’s too easily mistaken for a sporty hearse.
Reviewers tend to like the way the 2012 Lincoln MKT drives and cite its power, quickness and agility, as well as a nice driving feel. Lincoln, of course, will strive to keep all of those attributes in its MKT upgrade, while also likely showing off tech-y items such as retractable all-glass roofs, computer-controlled steering and suspensions, and noise reduction technology that stifles road noise and is designed to make a quiet car even more quiet.
The Lincoln MKT traditionally scores well in government and insurance industry crash tests, and Ford packs it with safety features including four-wheel ABS, traction and stability control, a full array of airbags and the MyKey system that allows for the limiting of speed and audio volume. Adaptive collision warning with brake support and a blind-spot warning system are among other available safety features.
Published May 31, 2022 by A. Lessels
User reviews for 2012 Lincoln MKT
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by Leon N
Mar 03, 2023
Value price for luxury SUV. The Ecoboost engine is a must. 0-60 in 6.1 sec. for an SUV with 41in Rear leg room is Insane!!!Mar 03, 2023
by Emma A
May 20, 2022
Comfortable luxury car. Amazing features were still discovering. May 20, 2022
by Shelley D
Dec 10, 2020
The car was great I didn’t move fast enough to get itDec 10, 2020
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by Leon N
Mar 03, 2023
Value price for luxury SUV. The Ecoboost engine is a must. 0-60 in 6.1 sec. for an SUV with 41in Rear leg room is Insane!!!Mar 03, 2023
by Emma A
May 20, 2022
Comfortable luxury car. Amazing features were still discovering. May 20, 2022
by Shelley D
Dec 10, 2020
The car was great I didn’t move fast enough to get itDec 10, 2020
by Anonymous
Nov 08, 2020
Good vehicle and legit information .very pleased with results Nov 08, 2020
by Theodore J
Aug 12, 2020
Interior space year third row seat Cameron smooth ride I will compare it to the Cadillac EXR and only thing is missing is a complete roof and that I love it Aug 12, 2020
by three c
Jun 24, 2020
This is amazing powerful twin turbo which produces 500hpw and torc. Big boy! Fits 22 no extras. Lot saved thereJun 24, 2020
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2012 Lincoln MKT Pricing
Original MSRP
$44,300 to $46,295Price range
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 10
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door trim: wood · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.16
Engine
Alternator: 200 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: aluminum · Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: grey · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: metallic · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: Auto on · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Type: bench
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Programmable safety key: MyKey
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: dual speed
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · In-Dash CD: DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 10
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Beverage cooler: cooled storage compartment · Door trim: wood · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control: adaptive · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.16 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 200 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: aluminum · Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: grey · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: metallic · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3 · Number of third row headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Rear Seats
Lumbar Support: power adjustments · Type: bucket
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Programmable safety key: MyKey
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point · Third row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Accident Avoidence Systems: pre-collision safety system
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Third Row Seat
Type: 50-50 split bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: dual speed
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 10
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 13.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.2 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door trim: wood · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Keyless entry: keypad · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 4 · Power outlet(s): 4 total · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo net · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.39 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 200 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: aluminum · Door handle color: body-color with chrome accents · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Grille color: grey · Mirror color: body-color · Rear spoiler color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: SYNC · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Exterior entry lights: puddle lamps · Headlights: cornering · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12
Roof
Moonroof: sliding sunshade · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: post-collision safety system · Parking sensors: rear · Programmable safety key: MyKey
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Upholstery: premium leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: painted aluminum
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: acoustic · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: dual speed