Used 2017 Lincoln MKC for sale 

The 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV is available in a total of 4 trims. These are namely Premier, Reserve, Select, and Black Label. Each trim comes with a forward-wheel-drive system as standard. Speaking of standard, the brand has updated the features that will come standard on the MKC. Starting this year, the SUV will boast of an automatic brake hold and a power liftgate on all the variants. Meanwhile, infotainment on the top specs is blessed with a Smart Driving App Support inclusive of SYNC 3. Nonetheless, the option for upgrading to the all-wheel-drive system is available for an additional expense of $2,410.

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Shockingly, the trims are priced with a significant difference apart from each other. Considering that, out of all the trims, we would recommend the Select trim. It will add ample technology, entertainment, and comfort upgrades, and at the same time, keep the price low. For us, the Select trim serves the best value for money objective in the lineup.

The 2017 iteration of the Lincoln MKC comes with a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. It is capable of generating 240 hp of power and 270 lb.-ft. of torque. For gear-shifting, the ride relies on a 6-speed automatic transmission mode.

The engine and transmission are responsive, and this helps make the MKC feel quicker than its bottom-of-the-pack acceleration numbers would indicate Buick Envision delivers the least horsepower and torque of 197 hp and 192 lb.-ft., respectively.

Audi Q5 Premium flaunts a 2.0L TFSI 4-cylinder engine, capable of producing 220 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque. Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription offers 240 hp of power but a lesser 258 lb.-ft. of torque. When it comes to torque figures, Lincoln takes the front seat with the best in class offering of 270 lb-ft.

2017 Lincoln MKC Acceleration

2017 Lincoln MKC has sluggish, unimpressive acceleration. The ride necessitates 7 seconds for accelerating to 60 MPH. This is comparable to the Buick Envision. Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription is even slower with a requirement of 7.3 seconds. Audi Q5 Premium offers the best 0-60 MPH acceleration. The ride accelerates to 60 MPH in 5.9 seconds only.

Lincoln MKC flaunts a CO2 emission value of 7.3. This is better than the 7.6 and 8.0 flaunted by the Buick Envision and Audi Q5 Premium, respectively. Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription, however, boasts the least CO2 emission value of 6.8. Audi stands apart from other three competitors on the table and finishes the quarter-mile drag race in 13.5 seconds.

2017 Lincoln MKC Ride and Handling

The 2.0L 4-cylinder engine is capable of providing a formidable performance. In addition to the engine, the transmission is responsive. However, the ride lacks a fine-tuning of gas and brake pedals. Braking power is not impressive. Disregard the speed at which you pull the brakes, a jumpy feeling is inevitable.

Nonetheless, the 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV is a luxury crossover with a comfortable ride. Thanks to a standard active noise-cancellation system, the cabin is completely soundproof. Long journeys are enjoyable with the MKC. The experience can be further enhanced via the optional CCD adaptive suspension dampers. All in all, MKC SUV prioritizes comfort over performance.

2017 Lincoln MKC Braking

The 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV flaunts the biggest brakes in the competition. MKC's front and rear brakes measure 13.2 and 12.4 inches, respectively. However, bigger isn't always better. That's true for MKC's pathetic braking power.

Lincoln MKC is capable of stopping at a distance of 123 feet when decelerated from 60 MPH. This is better than the 127 and 130 feet of stopping distance flaunted by the Envision and XC60 T5 Inscription, respectively. Audi Q5 Premium is the better of them all with a stopping distance of 117 feet.

The 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV has a discreditable combined fuel economy of 23 mpg. While in cities, the ride delivers 21 mpg and on highways, it gives out 28 mpg. However, the numbers are correct only for the FWD trim. For the AWD trim, the combined fuel economy even falls to 21 mpg overall.

Audi Q5 Premium offers an even lesser 22 mpg. Buick Envision offers a somewhat better combined fuel economy of 25 mpg. Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription, however, offers the best-combined fuel economy of 26 mpg.

The 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV offers headroom and legroom of 39.6 and 42.8 inches, respectively, in the front. The legroom is maximum in the segment. Headroom, however, is second only to Buick Envision's 40 inches.

The ride has the least legroom of 40.9 inches in the competition. The ride that offers the least front headroom is Volvo XC60 with 38 inches of the same.

Like the front seat, there is ample headroom in the back of the MKC SUV. However, the legroom is tight. In fact, its 36.8 inches of rear legroom is the least in the league. The headroom of 38.7 inches, nonetheless, is second only to 39 inches offered by the Audi Q5 Premium. It isn't much great about the interiors of the 2017 Lincoln MKC. Nonetheless, the interiors flaunt to have:

• Comfortable seating
• Excellently placed physical buttons on the dashboard
• Impressive seating upgrade options
• Spacious front seats

2017 Lincoln MKC Infotainment System

The 2017 avatar of the Lincoln MKC SUV comes with the intuitive SYNC 3 infotainment system. It is backed by an 8-inch touch display and a 14-speaker stereo sound system. USB ports are available in addition to a CD player and support for satellite radio. A rearview camera along with Bluetooth support is also available. 

The 8-inch touch display is responsive and flaunts crisp graphics. Though there are ample on-screen buttons and menus available, you really don't need to depend on the screen for everything. Physical buttons for controlling audio and climate settings are built on top of the dashboard. Moreover, SYNC 3 provides support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Few key features include-

• Dual USB port
• Bluetooth
• A nine-speaker audio system
• Satellite radio
• An 8-inch touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

2017 Lincoln MKC Cargo Capacity

Cargo capacity remains one of the biggest advantages while buying an SUV. The 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV has 25.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the 2nd row. Upon folding, space can accommodate as much as 53.1 cubic feet of cargo. All class rivals of MKC offer better cargo capacity.

Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription leads the cargo capacity with 30.8 cubic feet of behind 2nd-row space. When folded, space expands to 67.4 cubic feet. Following Volvo in the department is Audi with 29.1 cu-ft. Lincoln turns out to be the worst performer in the segment as it offers the least amount of cargo space.

The 2017 Lincoln MKC boasts a flowing roofline, bold shoulders, and sculpted body. The front fascia gets a split-wing grille and HID headlights, while a full-width LED taillight graces the rear hatch. The MKC, however, shows a few similarities to the Ford Escape, and compared to others, it looks a bit dowdy. 

A class-leading approach detection system is standard across all the MKC's lineup, which automatically illuminates the Lincoln when the owner comes within the eight-feet radius of the car. The 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV flaunts a length, width, and height of 179.2, 73.4, and 65.2 inches, respectively. Both length and height are minimum amongst the competition. Buick Envision flaunts the smallest width of 72.4 inches.

MKC's wheelbase of 105.9 inches is the least in the league. Audi Q5 Premium, on the other hand, has the largest wheelbase of 110.5 inches. Buick Envision and Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription have a wheelbase of 108.3 and 109.2 inches, respectively. The exterior of the 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV is defined by something called "Graceful athleticism". Few major exterior features available with the SUV are-

• HID headlamps
• LED accent lights
• Lincoln split-wing grille
• Lower roofline
• Panoramic roof
• Unique clamshell-style tailgate

Both NHTSA and IIHS ratings are available for the 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV. Though the NHTSA scorecard is impressive, the IIHS scorecard isn't great at all. The ride flaunts a "Basic" front crash prevention and a "Poor" rating for headlights. In NHTSA, MKC is awarded a "4-star" overall rating and a "5-star" rating for most parameters. The 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV comes with a number of safety and reliability features. The ride comes with MyKey technology that assists in responsible driving for teenagers. Additionally, the ride comes with a SecuriCode invisible keypad and SecuriLock Passive Anti-theft system. Few key features include-

• AdvanceTrac with RSC (Roll Stability Control) and Curve Control
• Belt-Minder front safety belt reminder
• Child-safety rear door locks
• LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tether Anchors for Children) for 2nd-row outboard seating positions; 1 in 3rd row
• MyKey technology to help parents encourage responsible driving s Perimeter alarm
• Power door locks with auto-lock
• Rearview camera
• SecuriCode invisible keypad
• SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System
• Side-intrusion door beams
• SOS Post-Crash Alert System
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

Lincoln MKC vs Audi Q5 Premium

Like the Lincoln MKC, Audi Q5 Premium flaunts a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine. The engine generates 220 hp of power and 258 lb.-ft. of torque. The engine is coupled with an 8-speed automatic transmission mode. Pricing options for the Audi Q5 Premium start from $40,900. The ride offers an unimpressive combined fuel economy of 22 mpg.

Audi Q5 Premium leads the pack with a 0-60 MPH acceleration time of 5.9 seconds. However, it has the most CO2 emission value of 8.0. It is the bulkiest ride in the competition with a total curb weight of 4,200 lbs. Nonetheless, it offers the best halting distance of 117 feet during emergencies. When compared, Audi wins the race between the two.

Lincoln MKC vs Buick Envision

Another major competitor to the 2017 Lincoln MKC is the Buick Envision. The ride boasts a 2.0L TwinPower Turbo inline 4-cylinder engine complemented by a 6-speed automatic transmission mode. The 2.0L engine produces 197 hp of power and 192 lb.-ft. of torque. Both are the least amongst the competition.

Envision ties with Lincoln MKC for the 0-60 MPH acceleration time but covers a quarter-mile 0.1 seconds faster. The ride offers a combined fuel economy of 25 mpg. Moreover, the ride has the most length of 183.7 inches in the competition. Buick Envision comes with an opening bid of $37,720. Here, Lincoln takes the upper hand between the two.

Lincoln MKC vs Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription

With a starting price of $40,950, Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription is the most expensive ride in the class. Along with a 2.0L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, XC60 T5 flaunts an 8-speed automatic transmission mode. The ride has 240 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft. of torque to spare.

Volvo XC60 T5 Inscription has the laziest 0-60 MPH acceleration. It takes 7.3 seconds in doing so. Nonetheless, the ride has the least CO2 emission value of 6.8 in the segment. Despite flaunting the most underprivileged braking power in the fraternity, the ride offers the best-in-league mileage of 26 mpg.

Thanks to the effectual driver-adjustable suspension, you can tune the MKC feel as per the situation calls for it. Perhaps the most enticing fact about MKC is its lengthy feature list. Further, the ride has one of the most silent cabins in the segment. There are a few sections where the MKC is less tempting, including fuel economy, trunk volume, and back seats. However, there are plenty of options to pick from and the price-tag is fairly pocket-friendly.