“Very comfortable and interior is elegant. Safety features are awesome. Smooth and quiet ride. Wish the blind spot had a sound warning. Wish the lane assist was more assertive. A bit disappointed with the fuel economy.”
2019 Lincoln MKZ: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2019 Lincoln MKZ is that Lincoln’s Co-Pilot360 driver-assist safety suite becomes standard across the lineup. This is not a redesign, but it is a meaningful equipment update with reorganized trims and more standard features.
About the 2019 Lincoln MKZ
2nd generation (2013-2020), after the 2017 refresh; late-cycle year.
Lincoln positions the MKZ as a calm, comfort-first midsize luxury sedan rather than a sport sedan. The official marketing leans on sanctuary themes—quiet travel, elegant lighting, concierge-style ownership perks, and a smooth ride with adaptive suspension. Even the hybrid is sold as a no-compromise luxury choice, pairing strong fuel economy with the same upscale feel and safety tech. Against rivals, the MKZ’s core appeal is serene driving, rich feature content, and strong value.
The 2019 MKZ lineup ranges from a well-equipped base luxury sedan to comfort-focused Reserve models, plus hybrids aimed at quiet, fuel-efficient commuting. Reserve I adds leather, navigation, and a power trunk, while Reserve II brings cooled and massaging front seats, premium audio, park assist, and a moonroof. The gas Reserve II is also the sole home of the twin-turbo V6.
What changed, by category
Safety
Lincoln Co-Pilot360 becomes standard on every gas and hybrid MKZ. It includes blind-spot detection, lane-keeping assistance, automatic emergency braking, and automatic high beams.
Tech and equipment
The trim ladder is reorganized around the base MKZ, Reserve I, Reserve II, and hybrid counterparts. Black Label, Premiere, and Select are dropped, while standard equipment expands; every MKZ Hybrid gains adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go.
Powertrain
The 2.0-liter turbo gas engine and 2.0-liter hybrid system carry over, but the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 is limited to the gas Reserve II trim.
2019 Lincoln MKZ specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, EcoBoost, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / V6, Twin Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Hybrid, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, 6-Spd w/SelectShift | Automatic, CVT | Automatic, CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Hybrid | Gas | Gas | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 42 mpg | 20 mpg | 18–20 mpg | 42 mpg | 42 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 31 mpg | 39 mpg | 31 mpg | 27–31 mpg | 39 mpg | 39 mpg |
| Horsepower | 245 hp | 188 hp | 245 hp | 245–350 hp | 188 hp | 188 hp |
| Torque | 275 lb-ft | 129 lb-ft | 275 lb-ft | 275–400 lb-ft | 129 lb-ft | 129 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 15.4 cu-ft | 11.1 cu-ft | 15.4 cu-ft | 15.4 cu-ft | 11.1 cu-ft | 11.1 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37 in | 37 in | 37 in | 37 in | 37 in | 37 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Inflatable Seat Belts | ||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
| Park Assist | ||||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||||
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| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| SD Card Slot | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2019 Lincoln MKZ?
The biggest change is standard Lincoln Co-Pilot360 driver-assist technology across every 2019 MKZ. The suite includes blind-spot detection, lane-keeping assistance, automatic emergency braking, and automatic high beams.
Was the 2019 Lincoln MKZ redesigned?
No, the 2019 Lincoln MKZ was not redesigned. It remained part of the second generation and received an equipment and trim-lineup update instead.
How did the 2019 Lincoln MKZ trim lineup change?
The 2019 lineup was reorganized around the base MKZ, Reserve I, Reserve II, and hybrid counterparts. Black Label, Premiere, and Select were dropped, and the upper trims bundled more comfort and technology features.
Does every 2019 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid have adaptive cruise control?
Yes, every 2019 MKZ Hybrid has adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go as standard equipment. The hybrid also receives the standard Co-Pilot360 safety suite.
Which 2019 Lincoln MKZ has the twin-turbo V6?
The gas Reserve II is the only 2019 MKZ trim with the twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6. The turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder remains the regular gas engine, while hybrid models use a 2.0-liter hybrid system.
2019 Lincoln MKZ Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Lincoln MKZ.
4.4
2019 Lincoln MKZ
(171 reviews)
“This car drives like a dream. It's comfortable and drives smooth, but also has a sport mode for when you need to move quick. And it moves quick. Looks classy, I get a lot of compliments.”
“this is a beautiful car and meets all my expectations as to styling, performance and up to date technical equipment”