Used Lincoln MKX for Sale nearCobalt, CT

How much does the Lincoln MKX cost in today's market?

Used Lincoln MKX prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Lincoln MKX's current nationwide average price is $12,161, and its lowest point over the past year was $12,161. Recently, prices have come down for the 2016, 2017, and 2018 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Lincoln MKX a good car?

Yes — the Lincoln MKX is a strong choice if you want a comfortable, luxurious SUV with a smooth ride and a well-equipped cabin. The all-generations owner rating is 4.7/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the MKX for its luxurious feel, comfort, spacious interior, advanced technology, and strong sound systems. The model also earns recurring praise for its stylish design and smooth ride, which help give it a premium character.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs that show up in expert feedback are cabin refinement, build quality, and overall polish, along with a driving feel that can be less composed than some rivals when pushed. Some shoppers also note fuel economy and cargo space as recurring considerations.

32.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln MKX models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the MKX as a comfortable, well-equipped SUV with a luxurious feel, and expert feedback reinforces its strong ride quality and premium character. Across the model years in the data, that combination points to a used SUV that should feel satisfying in everyday ownership.

• Owners rate the Lincoln MKX between 4.8 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the biggest long-term ownership risk is making sure you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and a strong maintenance record.

What should I look for when buying a used Lincoln MKX?

Across all model years, at 62.9% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Driver Assistance Package with adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, brake support and automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist, and driver alert monitoring systems
• Infotainment: Sync 3 technology with faster response time, improved voice-recognition technology, better graphics, and a touchscreen that works similarly to that of a smartphone
• Fuel efficiency: 18.5 mpg in combined driving

Which Lincoln MKX trim should I buy?

The 2016 Lincoln MKX offers these trims:

• MKX: The base MKX starts the lineup with the model’s core luxury crossover character, and it suits shoppers who want the MKX experience before adding packages and upgrades.
• Reserve: The Reserve equipment package adds blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic alert, making it the best-value trim for buyers who want a stronger safety and convenience mix.

What Lincoln MKX do most buyers choose?

The Lincoln MKX years with the most listings are 2017, 2016, and 2018.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually offer a broader mix of prices, trims, and condition levels. That gives you more chances to find the right combination of value and equipment.

What is the Lincoln MKX's resale value?

Most model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The sharpest drops are on the newer examples, while the smaller declines suggest some years have softened more gradually. Overall, the table points to a market where buyers have room to negotiate.

The 2015, 2017, and 2014 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Lincoln MKX safe?

• 2016: 10/10

The 2016 Lincoln MKX includes a full suite of driver-assistance and crash-avoidance technologies, along with MyKey and 911 Assist. For the safest used buy, the 2016 model posts the highest confirmed score of 10/10.

Should I buy a used Lincoln MKX now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2017 model is at −7.8% versus a year ago, and the 2016 model is at −11.6%.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 34.9% good and great deals, and the 2016 model has 33.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $13,865. The Lincoln MKX offers a comfortable, upscale cabin and a smooth, premium-feeling ride. If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2016 Lincoln MKX compare to the 2017 Ford Edge?

Our experts score the 2016 Lincoln MKX 6.7/10 and the 2017 Ford Edge 7.5/10. The Lincoln MKX brings a more upscale luxury feel, while the Ford Edge offers a lower starting price and more listings to choose from. The MKX also has a stronger accident-free share in the data, but the Edge shows a broader used-market presence and a higher expert score.

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 3, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.