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2016 Lincoln MKZ MPG & fuel economy

The 2016 Lincoln MKZ is a midsize car offered in 4 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (22 city / 33 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 20 to 26 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2015 model. Among 67 midsize cars rated for 2016, it ranks 32nd for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,788 a year to fuel.

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Combined 26 MPG 22 MPG city · 33 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,788 15,000 mi/yr · $11.92 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2016 #32 of 67 Midsize Cars by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2016 Lincoln MKZ's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway3314.07.1
Combined2611.19.0

How it ranks among 2016 Midsize Cars

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  1. 1Nissan Leaf114 MPGe $799
  2. 2Toyota Prius56 MPG $830
  3. 3Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid46 MPG $1,011
  4. 4Hyundai Sonata Plug-in Hybrid99 MPGe + 40 MPG $1,027
  5. 5Mercedes-Benz B-Class Electric Drive84 MPGe $1,085
  6. 32Lincoln MKZ26 MPG $1,788
  7. 67Ferrari FF13 MPG $4,558
2016 MKZOther midsize carsClass median: $1,850/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

MKZ MPG across model years

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4 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
MKZ FWD
Gas 22 MPG 33 MPG 26 MPG — $1,788
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
MKZ AWD
Gas 22 MPG 31 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
FWD · 3.7L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
MKZ FWD
Gas 18 MPG 27 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214
AWD · 3.7L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
MKZ AWD
Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Passenger volume
99 cu ft
Cargo volume
16 cu ft
Tailpipe CO₂
341 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
6/10

2016 Lincoln MKZ vs. rivals

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Same year, other powertrains: 2016 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid (40 MPG)

Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2016 Lincoln MKZ?

Up to 26 MPG combined (22 city / 33 highway); ratings range from 20 to 26 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2016 Lincoln MKZ use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 Lincoln MKZ?

The 2016 Lincoln MKZ's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 14.0 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Lincoln MKZ per year?

About $1,788 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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