The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
81
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Great
86/100
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Average
79/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Average
73/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Not Rated
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2012 Lincoln MKS after 90-days of ownership.
Comfort of the 2nd row seats
The vehicle's navigation system
The vehicle's heating and air conditioning
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2012 Lincoln MKS during the first 90-days of ownership.
Ease of loading/unloading trunk/hatch
Vehicle acceleration
Vehicle's handling on curves
Performance Specs
MPG City
16 - 17
MPG Hwy
23 - 25
Horsepower
273 - 355
Transmission
6 speed, Automatic
Engine
Gas V6, Turbocharged Gas V6
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2012 Lincoln MKS Review
Overview
Powerfully Smart. Brilliantly Intuitive. The 2012 Lincoln MKS. Delivering the performance of a V8 with the fuel economy of a V6. The Lincoln MKS combines two different technologies: turbocharging and direct injection. The 3.5 Liter EcoBoost boasts a breath-taking 355 horsepower. The Lincoln MKS is the only vehicle in it’s class to offer Bridge of Weir leather trimmed seats. 100% un-embossed. 100% unique. Heated and cooled with three temperature settings and ready to provide you with the most comfortable ride ever. Play MP3’s and enable Bluetooth Wireless all while keeping your eyes peeled on the road with voice commanding SYNC by Microsoft. The Lincoln MKS will even alert you if it senses a potential collision using the collision warning with brake support. And when it detects traffic slowing the adaptive cruise control will respond accordingly. The 2012 Lincoln MKS. The car with brains.