A showboat in many ways, the 2012 Lincoln MKT has some other striking competitors, and some more sedate.
The Acura MDX is among the snooziest of the kind, but its big eight-passenger interior and anonymous looks have glints of personality, though we don't care for the beavertooth grille or its overly light, quick steering.
The Audi Q7 is all about being tasteful, but it's quite expensive the way you'd really want to own it (as a diesel).
Buick's Enclave has polite, pretty curves, but it's missing some of the tech features and the turbocharger from the big Lincoln.
Lastly, there's the Ford Flex, the MKT's mechanical twin and its polar opposite.
All square corners and MINI and Range Rover references, the Flex is fabulous in its own way, though only a bit less controversial than the MKT.
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EcoBoost thrust and limo-like space may attract you more to the 2012 Lincoln MKT than its polarizing shape, but we're among its fans. |
The 2012 Acura MDX is not just comfortable and family-friendly; it's one of the most enjoyable three-row crossovers to drive. |
The 2012 Audi Q7 has what upscale suburban families want: a lavish interior, a cabin full of premium features, and performance and ride that are very carlike--plus serious towing ability if and when you need it. |
One of the most user-friendly, luxurious, and distinctive crossovers available, the 2012 Buick Enclave is some of GM's best styling work. |
One of our top-rated vehicles, the 2012 Ford Flex has real distinction, along with top-shelf turbo power, great seats and great features. |
| MSRP From | ||||
| $44,300 | $43,030 | $46,250 | $36,500 | $29,465 |
| Gas Mileage | ||||
| 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 21 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 25 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | ||||
| Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Supercharged Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 |
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| Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD | Sport Utility Vehicle | 4WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle | 2WD Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Style Name | ||||
| 4-Door Wagon 3.7L FWD | AWD 4-Door | quattro 4-Door 3.0T Premium | FWD 4-Door Base | 4-Door SE FWD |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | ||||
| 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | ||||
| Sport Utility Vehicle | 4 Door | Sport Utility Vehicle | Sport Utility Vehicle | 4 Door |
| Transmission | ||||
| Automatic w/manual shift | Automatic | Automatic w/Manual Shift | Automatic | Automatic |
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| 2012 Lincoln MKT vs. 2012 Acura MDX | 2012 Lincoln MKT vs. 2012 Audi Q7 | 2012 Lincoln MKT vs. 2012 Buick Enclave | 2012 Lincoln MKT vs. 2012 Ford Flex | |
