The 2020 Lincoln MKZ window sticker reads 21 to 41 mpg combined depending on the engine: 41 for the 2L 4-cyl hybrid, 24 for the 2L 4-cyl and 21 for the 3L 6-cyl. NHTSA gives the 2020 MKZ 5 stars overall, and a used 2017 asks about $10,999 today.
The Lincoln MKZ window sticker — build, options & years
The Lincoln MKZ ran from 2007–2020 across 2 generations (2007–2012, 2013–2020).
For year-by-year recalls, MPG and safety, see the full Lincoln MKZ VIN decoder.
What the Lincoln MKZ sticker says about fuel
EPA figures for the 2020 MKZ, averaged across its 3 versions:
The label also prints an estimated $2,350 a year in fuel at 15,000 miles, and 376 g/mi of CO₂. In its EPA class (Midsize Cars, 2020) the best MKZ version ranks #10 of 42 on combined MPG (the class best is 56 mpg).
How the MKZ's sticker figure changed
Combined MPG by model year, 2007 to 2020:
Combined went from 20 mpg in 2007 to 29 in 2020; the best year on file is 2011 at 30 mpg. EPA revised its testing method in 2008, so stickers printed before and after that year are not directly comparable.
Safety ratings printed on the label
NHTSA results for the 2020 MKZ:
The weak spot is frontal crash: 4 stars against 5 overall. Against other models: safest cars ranking.
The MKZ sticker against its rivals
On combined MPG the MKZ (41 mpg, 2020) sits behind the Ford Fusion.
| Model | EPA year | Best combined | NHTSA overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln MKZ | 2020 | 5★ | |
| Cadillac CTS | 2019 | 5★ | |
| Ford Fusion | 2020 | 5★ | |
| Buick LaCrosse | 2019 | 5★ |
What a used MKZ sells for now
Median asking price by model year, from 97 live US listings:
| Model year | Median asking price | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 16 listings | |
| 2015 | 12 listings | |
| 2014 | 11 listings | |
| 2013 | 14 listings | |
| 2012 | 22 listings | |
| 2011 | 9 listings | |
| 2010 | 13 listings |
A 2017 MKZ asks a median $10,999 today, a 2010 about $4,800. Full breakdown on the Lincoln MKZ value page.
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MKZ window sticker — every model year
ForCar has built 47 MKZ window stickers from VINs so far, opened 82 times. The most requested model years are 2017, 2019 and 2016.
Any MKZ from 2007–2020: the VIN carries the model year, so there is no year to pick. Other Lincoln models: Lincoln window stickers.
Other Lincoln window stickers
| Model | Years covered | Class | Best EPA figure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Navigator | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD | 19 mpg | |
| Lincoln Continental | Large Cars | 24 mpg | |
| Lincoln Aviator | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 23 mpg | |
| Lincoln Nautilus | Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD | 30 mpg | |
| Lincoln Mark | Midsize Cars | 24 mpg | |
| Lincoln Town Car | Large Cars | 20 mpg |
Where to find the VIN on a Lincoln MKZ
- WindshieldLower-left corner, driver's side, readable from outside without opening anything.
- Door jambOn the driver's door frame of every MKZ, next to the tire-pressure and build-date plate.
- DocumentsRegistration, title and insurance card — on a Lincoln MKZ all three must show the same number.
Window sticker — frequently asked
What MPG does the Lincoln MKZ window sticker show?
The 2020 label shows up to 41 mpg combined, #10 of 42 in its EPA class (Midsize Cars). EPA puts the fuel bill at about $2,350 a year.
What safety rating is on the Lincoln MKZ sticker?
5 stars overall from NHTSA for the 2020 model, by test: frontal crash 4, side crash 5, rollover 4.
Does the MKZ sticker show better MPG than the Cadillac CTS?
Yes: the most efficient 2020 MKZ reads 41 mpg combined, the 2019 Cadillac CTS 25.
Which Lincoln MKZ years do people look up most?
2017, with 12 of the 47 MKZ window stickers built on ForCar, followed by 2019 and 2016.
What is a used Lincoln MKZ worth now?
A 2017 asks a median $10,999 and a 2010 about $4,800, across 97 live listings. More on the Lincoln MKZ value page.
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