Used Lincoln MKX for Sale nearMount Sterling, OH

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 $12,588, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $12,520 over the past year.

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 earns strong praise from owners for its luxurious feel, comfort, smooth ride, spacious interior, advanced technology, and stylish design. The all-generations owner rating is 4.74/5 across every model year in the data.

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

The main trade-offs center on cabin refinement, cargo space, and fuel economy, with some recent-year reviews also pointing to pricing that can feel high relative to the experience.

32.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln MKX models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Lincoln MKX as comfortable, well-equipped, and enjoyable to live with, and expert commentary for the 2016 model reinforces that impression with praise for its smooth ride, strong performance, and premium presentation.

• Owners rate the Lincoln MKX between 4.77 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by focusing on condition, service history, and a careful pre-purchase inspection.

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

Across all model years, at 65.6% 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 infotainment system 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 testing, not far short of the EPA’s official fuel-economy rating of 19 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 Lincoln’s core luxury crossover formula, and it suits you if you want the model’s styling and premium character at the entry point.
• Reserve: Reserve adds the blind-spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert, making it the best-value trim for many shoppers who want a stronger safety and convenience mix.
• Reserve with turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 and AWD: This version layers in the turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 and all-wheel drive for stronger performance and added traction, along with the more fully loaded feel of the test vehicle.

What Lincoln MKX do most buyers choose?

The Lincoln MKX years with the most listings are 2017, 2016, and 2015.

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

What is the Lincoln MKX's resale value?

Most model years are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. One year is edging up, but the broader pattern still points to softer pricing across much of the lineup.

The 2015, 2014, and 2017 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, including 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.

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 −9.23% versus a year ago, and the 2016 model is at −9.77%.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 33.6% good and great deals, and the 2016 model has 34.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $14,049. The Lincoln MKX offers a comfortable, upscale cabin and a smooth, relaxed driving character.

If you're buying used today, the 2017 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.