Used Lincoln MKX for Sale nearWilmington, NC

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 $12,789, and over the past year that average reached a low of $12,616. 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 owner approval across its model years, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.74/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its luxurious feel, comfort, smooth ride, spacious interior, advanced technology, and strong styling. Expert coverage of the 2016 model also points to a premium-feeling crossover with responsive performance and a well-equipped cabin.

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

The main trade-offs called out in expert coverage center on cabin refinement, build quality, and the way some equipment packages push prices up quickly.

31.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln MKX models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Lincoln MKX as comfortable, luxurious, and well equipped, with a smooth ride and strong everyday appeal. Expert coverage of the 2016 model also highlights its safety systems and premium features as part of its broad appeal.

• 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 choosing a well-kept example with a clean history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

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

Across all model years, at 66.9% 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, 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 the model’s core luxury crossover character, and it suits you if you want the entry point before adding packages and upgrades.
• Reserve: Reserve adds the blind-spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert, making it the best-value trim for shoppers who want a stronger safety and convenience foundation.

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 attract more shoppers because you get more inventory to compare, more pricing spread, and more chances to find the right combination of condition, equipment, and deal quality.

What is the Lincoln MKX's resale value?

Prices are moving lower across the lineup, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the newer model years, while the older years are changing more gradually. That creates a broad buying window if you want a recent MKX at a more approachable price.

The 2014 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2014, 2015, and 2018 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 −8.16% versus a year ago, and the 2016 model is at −8.42%.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 33% good and great deals, and the 2016 model has 32.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2017 model has the most listings at a current average price of $14,573. The Lincoln MKX offers a luxurious cabin and a smooth, comfortable ride that make it easy to live with every day.

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 September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.