You have such amazing reviews! The professional quality you offer is hard to find. Good job!

I have the MKZ hybrid. Driving between suburbia and Manhattan I get between 40 and 50 mpg's. It's not the speediest car off the line but around here, with all the traffic, who needs speedy! Very comfortable. Nice controls. With the fold-down rear seats I don't mind that the trunk isn't that big. Plus, from the front, the rear, and especially in profile, it doesn't look like anything else.

Always look forward to your videos - the level of detail that you go to in your reviews is remarkable. Keep it up. :)

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The Trunk comfort index cracked me up lol, great review

Gorgeous car looks more expensive than what it really is.

@burberrycurry7517

4 жыл бұрын

I think they should just cancel the cheap options. I just bought a Lincoln MKZ Reserve II at 58,000 but people might think think it’s a cheap 36k base

@KaedeAnimation

3 жыл бұрын

@@burberrycurry7517 They just said that because they thought American car is a piece of junk. Maybe Chrysler and GM but Ford/Lincoln did a good job making car.

@g-mancollections5264

3 жыл бұрын

@@burberrycurry7517 58 grand is a lot of money to pay for a car that for some reason is only worth 29,000 after one year. I think it's sort of an everyman luxury car. I like that Lincoln makes an affordable luxury car. It's beautiful, drives smooth as silk, and has a lot of useful features. If I could change one thing, it would be the gears. I don't like the placement, and I like the gearshift handle. The placement makes it easier to accidentally bump it and shift into park or reverse going down the road. You can absolutely destroy a transmission that way. But situational awareness can eliminate that. I bought the select model and it comes in on Friday. I've test driven the mkz and knew I had to have it.

Now that's taking one for the team, doing this video in the rain. You didnt miss a step. Great professional criteria met in all your videos. You rarely miss any details worth noting. Gives a trustworthy score of 9.9/10....

As an owner of a 2017 MKZ with the AWD 400hp option I agree with your review in every respect, great review.

Really like that lincoln front end. The double wing grille really didn't do it for me, but if they give the mkx this styling, I'd be on it. I really think they are stepping up their game and differentiating them like GM has with cadillac.

@MybeautifulandamazingPrincess

Жыл бұрын

This car looks like a fkn Hyundai, or a Ford fusion. They should've done better tbh

Got to love the depreciation on these, 3 years later and tons of CPO models for under $30k.

@dillong2530

3 жыл бұрын

Just got a 2017 one for 25k that sucks because it’s sucks a beautiful car

@awakenedone7577

3 жыл бұрын

Got a 2013 mkz hybrid with 62k miles for $8301 usd. It's such a beauty. It's a light blue color with beige interior and panoramic sunroofs. Such an upgrade from my 2009 elantra

@jaymuzikelsensacional

2 жыл бұрын

not anymore

THIS is the perfect lincoln. not the 3.0 engine, the hybrid. Yuo don't need horsepower for this kind of car. All you need is a quiet and comfortable ride, with nice interiors.

@doug9066

5 жыл бұрын

Exactly, built for Luxury not for speed as Lincoln's alessia been built for for many years.

@julz2392

4 жыл бұрын

Davis Winn facts! I have one and love it.

@lylewilliams1371

4 жыл бұрын

Julz23 : Just purchased mine and it’s great!

@julz2392

4 жыл бұрын

Lyle Williams congratulations! Enjoy!

@web_dev-rl2ve

4 жыл бұрын

I mostly agree but a little horsepower is nice. I have the 2016 with the 3.7 and I enjoy the performance while being comfortable. I like the front end of the 2017+ models better though lol. May trade mine in for the 3.0t although I like hearing the exhaust of the cyclone engine lol. Can’t have it all!!

Probably the most underrated/overlooked car in the segment. Because it's a Lincoln, it carries a lot of stigma and perception with it that unfortunately keeps a lot of people from taking it seriously.

This guy REALLY knows his cars. I love that he speaks quickly. I am 6’4” and fit great in the front (rear is tight). The MKZ is the best looking of its class, too.

I love my 2015 hybrid mkz. It's very nice! Absolutely LOVE IT. I find it to have enough power to satisfy me also. The front seats are BOMB, I have a fractured tailbone and it's so comfy. I love the massage. The heat doesnt work that good in the seat

@SacreDro

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, have you compared it with a Lexus ES/GS before buying it?

EXCELLENT REVIEW! I will never waste time watching reviews by others on youtube or anywhere else! I cannot believe that there is even one thumbs-down to this review!!! WTH?!

Best MKZ I've seen to date. There's a lot to like in this car. It looks fantastic IMHO, which I suspect we have the Jaguar connection to thank for that. I'm wondering if maybe the MKZ adopted those bladder sears from Jag as well? So choice! Love the push button transmission controls, that really cleans up the dash IMHO. No shift lever or stank to deal with. And for once, the price isn't over the top! But geez...that generic 6-speed. Once again, LIncoln finds itself slightly behind the curve, in a segment where the competition is tight. Once that new transmission ships, the 400-horse plant will be truly fearsome. I would NOT get the hybrid for sure, of this or any brand. But Alex is right. That Cadenza is hard to beat for price. I think if I wanted to go American, I'd save up a little more money and get that new Caddy sedan ( not the SUV). I spaced the model, but the newest one seems very intriguing to me. The price of that car climbs quickly from the base, but the base is the best value IMHO. Anyway, again I"d at least wait for the new transmission on the Lincoln.

Love the car's design. I wish more cars would have their taillights go the width of the car (and maybe a slight wrap-around). Reminds me of Buicks from the late 1980s

Like this man's video, he doing the review in the rain. #respect

Great honest reviews. Rare in today's world of KZread reviewers. Thanks so much!!!

Great review. Best reviewer on cars I have seen thus far. Completely thorough and answered all my questions regarding MKZ Hybrid vs ES 300h. Will definitely look forward to getting a Lincoln when I'm in the market for a new car.

Thank you so much for this review, it has been the most comprehensive one I've seen!

Great review Alex! Heres my 2 cents... If you dont care about depreciation, want luxury and tech, and are looking for the most bang for your buck, then look no further than this Lincoln. I recently picked up a 2017 with almost EVERYthing in it for under 30k! No its not a Black Label, I settled for FWD, the entry level Revel audio system (14 speakers and still incredible), and the 2.4l 4 turbo (still great low end torque), but every other check mark was checked. On top of all that I got the CPO 6k 100k comprehensive. warranty. There are deals to be had right now that will net you an incredible feature laden car for less money than the competition. To put things in perspective, Ive owned a lot of cars, including this cars near competitors...the Audi A6, MB E350, BMW 535i xDive, Kia Cadenza (1st gen) just to name a few... Save for the Cadenza most of those cars drove better, and had a higher amount of luxury and cache (again, save for the Cadenza), but NONE of these vehicles matched the luxury amenity levels of style and tech the Lincoln provides unless youre willing to spend a LOT more money. The delta between the Lincoln and those cars is close enough that in the end it wont matter...to me anyway. I enjoy driving, and Ive owned 4 BMWs, and nothing, NOTHING drives like a BMW, but I wanted a car to future proof me tech wise and still provide the luxury Ive been accustomed to...this 2017 MKZ fit the bill. Price and spec wise its be hard to beat right now as Im not going to spend 40 to 60k for a comparable German car. Also...I looked at the new Cadenza...looked at it long and hard, and it matches the MKZ feature set spec for spec (save for AWD). I had the previous model and loved it, and the new look took its refinement and content to the next lev,...so Alex was right, looking at just value its a winner...BUT, me personally, I felt the look/style and percieved cache of the Lincoln was the differentiator... for ME. I dont get hung up on brands too much (hence owning a Kia) but I do have a soft spot for Ford and Lincoln. I'ved owned an Expedition, and a Navigtor, and recently my wife had the MKT...and I never had an issue or problem with any of those vehicles (Ive had Cadlillacs too, and had problemes!). I agree that Lincoln has lost its way over the years, but theyve coaxed me back in! With the new Continental, Navigator, Nautilus (re-named MKX) and the MKZ (soon to be renamed) I think Lincoln is on to something. Now, I WILL go back to BMW eventually, but for now its the MKZ for me! That my 2 cents...!

@squidproquo2241

5 жыл бұрын

Until you said that you will go back to BMW, you sounded like you truly know about cars or have some sense/taste about them.

@MikeStoddart

4 жыл бұрын

I don't think they made a 2.4L turbo. :)

@amonkeyhousevideo

25 күн бұрын

Subaru drives nice

It sucks that Fusion is going out of production, I'm afraid MKZ will go with it. 😥

This car lost me when you said it's got significant wind noise. Great review! If I bought one, I'd opt for the 2.0T AWD. I have the 2012 MKZ with AWD--it's nice, but I've wished for a softer ride and less ambient noise. It sounds like, despite the rocketing price and packed-in features, they still do not have it quiet and comfortable enough. I like and need the fold down rear seat, which is why I didn't go one model higher. I don't need the most powerful engine, but I do need AWD. I love a quiet interior and a great sound system. My ideal: this car in black and chrome with 2.0, AWD, hard top (no roof glass), premium sound without Sirius/XM (I dislike that company), tan leather interior, narrower, 16-inch wheels for a quieter, softer ride.

@jeffs70chevelle

8 ай бұрын

What did you end up finding that had a soft comfortable ride and quiet cabin?

I wish Ford instead of bailing out on passenger vehicles had worked to improve them. I thought they had some promising ideas that just needed to be fine-tuned.

before your video starts, I hit like.

Beautiful car! And al,l of you ford/Lincoln haters, keep your comments out

@gardenhead420

7 жыл бұрын

Skyhawk1987Turbo Thank you! And although the first car ever made technically was by Karl Benz, it was Señor Henry Ford who had the vision to actually mass produce the Automobile so that all can enjoy driving car's which in return gave way to this great lifestyle of which we know now as true car enthusiast/car junkies! Yup!

@louisbarningham

5 жыл бұрын

Ikr! How can you hate this car, its stunning!

@doug9066

5 жыл бұрын

Well said.

Alex Bravo for doing this in the rain.

@AAutoBuyersGuide

7 жыл бұрын

SInce it hasn't stopped raining here in CA for a while, the next few videos will be dodging raindrops as well LOL. I think the F-Pace may be the wettest we've filmed.

I love the hybrids so far. I owned a 2011 and now a 2016 MKZ hybrid. I just wish my 2016 had the Sync3 with Android Auto. But other than that I'm very happy and see very little difference with the 2017 models. I didn't realize my tire size is probably keeping me from getting better gas mileage, but I always felt my braking was top notch so I can live with the Delta. As always an excellent review.

love this channel. thank you!

I test drove a 2019 MKZ hybrid and my decibel measurements showed it was 3x quiet or 9db than my daily driver. That being said, the 2018 v6 camry XLE was 2x quieter or 6db on average in my testing back to back.

Oh, but you are one of the best reviewers out there. Keep up the good work, your a step above them all...

Thank you, Alex! Always thorough review.

Great deals of information, keep up the good work!

Just a note. Toyota and Ford share cross patent licensing with their hybrid systems. But of course, that is intellectual properties. In real life, they build their own hybrid unit independently.

@AAutoBuyersGuide

7 жыл бұрын

Yep. The Toyota, GM and Ford planetary hybrid systems are all closely related in terms of design but no actual parts are shared. The new Chrysler system is also related in terms of general design but it's a little farther apart than Voltec2, the latest HSD in the Prius Prime or the Ford hybrid units.

love that grill, and interior is very decent but not alot of room in back and head space

this channel deserves more subs

What an awesome review video. Thanks so much.

very good and thorough review. thank you

Alex completely agree on your picks. I would only have the MKZ ahead of the Cadenza if they made the Black Label standard on it so It topped out at $45k. That would be a steal. As is, the Cadenza interior is far greater than the Lincoln without the black label leather for far less. Cadenza for me

Nice work. I always appreciate your evaluations and how you compare the subject car against competitors. This one was especially helpful as I'm shopping LIncoln and Audi. No longer needing to look at Lexus. Thanks.

I am in love with my mkz turbo hybrid.

@mattjones3257

4 жыл бұрын

Lisa Stallings Keelor It’s either a turbo, or a hybrid. Lincoln didn’t make one with both. If it says 2.0H it’s a hybrid. 2.0T it’s a turbo.

Thank you! Always thorough review!

amazing review so professional

My two gripes about this MKZ is it's touch button transmission selector and its poor resale value compared to the competition.

Best MKZ REVIEW I’ve seen yet.

Amazing reviews man. I hope you are planing to make a Continental review soon.

i like this review and the arrow on the side showing what part of the review its at. Don't know if its possible but making the arrow move to denote where it is in relation to the section would help people that want to jump sections.

Love this cars ride. My 1st sedan in 20 yrs.

Can you get a loaded Continental with the 400hp 3.0 and AWD? Great stuff!

@LlyleHunter

7 жыл бұрын

Can't wait to see it Alex

This is a fantastic car, my only dislike on the old one was the Baleen Whale grille and they've fixed that beautifully. Even though this hybrid system is now almost a decade old, it's still one of the best. Super smooth and quiet, 30+ MPG all day even if you beat the shit out of it, and plenty of power. I grew up with 80s and 90s cars - 7.8 0-60 still seems "fast" to me, haha

Hi Alex. You should consider to do reviews on PCs, open another channel and let's say call it Alex on PCs whatever. You will get at least 10x more subs than reviewing cars and I can see you have the potential to become one of the best PCs reviewers on KZread.

@dcuccia

7 жыл бұрын

Good thought, wish my tech reviews were as detailed as Alex's. :)

another great review! Thx.

Great video! Subbed

I actually get intrigued when you said the MKZ handles better than the TLX. American luxury cars are getting better in the handling department. I'm curious to the 3.0 GTDI, but the fact it chugs Premium fuel like a V8 is scary.

These reviews are great; they make Doug DeMuro look desperate

Good review Alex +Alex on Autos but you didn't go over the buttons on the right side of the radio! I wanted to know what the "auto hold" button is for!

Great Review Alex. I like the updated front end on this Lincoln. However, the rear end should have gotten a better update. This updated Lincoln in the AWD 3.0T will make a nice CPO buy in about 2-3 years

You have the best reviews. Do the continental next!

Again, front seats in high trim Lincolns are cooled, not merely ventilated like other cars. They circulate cooled air. How do you overlook this detail every time on Ford/Lincoln products?

@paulstein9258

6 жыл бұрын

Ray Foster My Fusion Platinum also has air cooled and heated seats. Two cars are almost identical. I do like the Lincoln styling much better. Preferred Lincoln. Limited Lincoln dealers sent me to Ford. Easier to service.

Love your vids!

As always, GREAT review Alex. A couple of points.. you mentioned update to the rear end, I don't think much has changed there..it's always had the horizontal LED strip, etc. I would strongly consider this car new, but for a used car buyer, the MKZ is a huge bargain as they tend to lose quite a bit of value.

Nice review

Great review. How much were the special seats? They seemed a great option for long haul drivers.

Still the best in the business man.

Wow Thats a nice car! Very luxurious!

Man you just love the Kia. I drove one and fell in love with it. I do hate that the rear seats wont fold down. That should be an easy fix. Kia really needs to tweak this car to match the market. Im leaning towards the lincoln however. I ran into a guy on reddit who is a Lincoln salesman. So it was nice to pick his brain before i even step foot in the dealer.

I think the Buick LaCrosse & Genesis G80 should be included in this comparison.

Looking forward to your review of the 2018 TLX Sh-AWD.

Hi Alex, Thanks for yet another detailed and thoughtful review. I was surprised to see you road noise score as a B, though. I am familiar with this car and it is very quiet. I am wondering what the road conditions were during your test. Wet pavement and tires will definitely increase the road noise compared to when they are dry. Also, were you on the "gas" while taking your measurement? I know it is quite hilly where you live. :-)

@zeal117

7 жыл бұрын

I noticed his test car is running on the larger 19" wheels and in my experience the 18" wheels lower road noise, raise the fuel economy, and smooth out the ride all in modest amounts but make the slight improvement in handling with the larger wheels a poor value in my book.

@forevaclevah

7 жыл бұрын

Autoholics Anonymous I opted for 18" wheels over 19" on my Ford Escape for those exact reasons.

The best car spokesman

Nicely done

Lincolns are amazing

I like the hybrid mkz. I wonder what batteries they use. Hopefully lithium

I want this now

Dude! You're a friggin cat 6:44 🤣 You're liquid and I'm subscribed

Hey Alex, when are you doing a review of the 2017 Dodge Journey GT ?

The price point slide was the best info of the video. This vehicle is a bargain!

Another great review! But to pricey for me. Thank you. Roger Workman

The 3 liter turbo looks nice

wow, thats EXTENSIVE!

You should've mention the Accord Hybrid and the Camry Hybrid as competition as well. They might not be as luxurious BUT they probably sell more units than the Fusion and MKZ added together. And are significantly cheaper. I wish. You'd stop comparing Lincoln to BMW's and Mercedes' that's ludicrous.

When will you review the Continental?

AlexonAutos ….perhaps the best, thorough yet succinct car reviews…he gets to the point which I appreciate….many car review channels are filled with fluff and guys wildly flailing there arms as they review….

Underrated car, but I hate the new tacked-on grille. The old grille was way better. Strange that they gave this a facelift, but did not make the transmission competitive 1:40 Love the sleek, aggressive profile.

@AAutoBuyersGuide

7 жыл бұрын

I think Ford will fix this soon since the new 9-speed Ford/GM units are starting to roll out of the factory now.

@Skyhawk1987Turbo

7 жыл бұрын

The new grill looks a lot better than the old I think. My mom has a2016 MKX and I do not like the grill

@jimmacmurdo355

7 жыл бұрын

Alex, I spoke with a couple Ford reps at the Chicago Auto Show about this last week. Neither would commit to when / where / or even if the new 9-speed would show up. Curious whether compatibility problems are still being ironed out with regard to their turbo engines.

@wiibaron

7 жыл бұрын

E E E A grill is for char cooking food.

@SoulOnFire700

7 жыл бұрын

My respect and admiration ☺ for the grill on the Lincoln MKX 2016 is because when I look at it has the appearance of angel wings. Giving the grill a celestial style 😇 to the front bumper 🚘 of the luxury vehicle.

Can you do a qx80 i want to see your review on it

would you ever do a Q&A?

I get 32 miles on mine, it's been a year I bought it, traveled a little. Always 32.

Hey Alex, after watching quite a bunch of your videos, I started to wonder do you know any mid size luxury car that handles worse than Acura TLX? Because it looks like all the other brands handles better than the Acura TLX even in SH-AWD trim according to your reviews.

I still can't decide on this car, Continental, 2017 Navigator or another Town Car. I even like the Natalus which replaced the MKX.

@BUBBAMEISTER33

4 жыл бұрын

Which did you decide on? I have an ‘02 Town Car (Since 2011) and I want to stick with Lincoln.

Alex, was the fuel mileage testing done mostly or even some in the rain. I find that my Hybrids fuel mileage is negatively affected by the rain.

@geewiz2k1

7 жыл бұрын

donE37100 and the more extreme heat and cold temperatures also.

@lylewilliams1371

4 жыл бұрын

Hot and cold weather will cause some lower mpg. I have driven Honda Hybrid, Nissan Insight, Hyundai Ioniq, and Lincoln MKZ Hybrid.

thank you Alex. Am Will buy brand new 2019 2.0 h 217ml. model , to UK in march 2021 per 27k$ This is good price ?????????!!

@richmellow3315

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds good to me. 'I just purchased a 2017, 2.0t with 20,000 miles on it for $21,700, Here in Kansas city Missouri.'

Just got approved for my reserve I cant be more than happy cause i willl have thenonly unique panoremic roof that actually opens the entire thing and not just half of the roof

Seats look nice.

Roller bags with a little flexibility may not be as bulletproof but are a little forgiving for packing in tight spaces.

How do you compare it to Cadillac CTS?

What about comparing this to the 2017 Buick LaCrosse?? It fits into this large Premium sedan market! But I gotta say, you really love that Kia Cadenza and I don't blame you!

Can it torque vector side to side in the rear?

that facelift without touching the rear.. very very weird. The new Lincoln front face is a rertro elegant style, the previus MKZ was edgy

@vontrap6942

4 жыл бұрын

It is weird. I like the front but the back looks shite. Also the interior is old Lincoln, they needed to change it.

My Fusion Platinum has stitched dashboard. The Fusion Platinum actually appears to have a more upscale interior than this MKZ. Very odd.