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2012 Lincoln MKT MPG & fuel economy

The 2012 Lincoln MKT is a SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2011 model. Among 94 SUVs rated for 2012, it ranks 39th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,325 a year to fuel.

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Combined 20 MPG 17 MPG city · 24 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,325 15,000 mi/yr · $15.50 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2012 #39 of 94 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2012 Lincoln MKT's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City177.213.8
Highway2410.29.8
Combined208.511.8

How it ranks among 2012 SUVs

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  1. 1Toyota RAV4 EV76 MPGe $1,188
  2. 2Ford Escape Hybrid32 MPG $1,453
  3. 3BYD e662 MPGe $1,458
  4. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid28 MPG $1,661
  5. 5Mitsubishi Outlander27 MPG $1,722
  6. 39Lincoln MKT20 MPG $2,325
  7. 94Mercedes-Benz G-Class13 MPG $4,558
2012 MKTOther SUVsClass median: $2,447/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

MKT MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 3.5L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic
MKT FWD		 Gas 17 MPG 24 MPG 20 MPG — $2,325
AWD · 3.5L 6-cyl turbo · 6-speed automatic
MKT AWD		 Gas 16 MPG 22 MPG 18 MPG — $2,583

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
3.5L 6-cyl
Transmission
6-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
444 g/mi

2012 Lincoln MKT vs. rivals

vs Saab 9-4 20 MPG · $2,325/yr Same fuel cost vs Lexus RX 21 MPG · $2,214/yr RX saves $111/yr vs Cadillac Escalade Hybrid 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Escalade Hybrid saves $111/yr vs Volvo XC70 21 MPG · $2,214/yr XC70 saves $111/yr vs Volvo XC60 21 MPG · $2,214/yr XC60 saves $111/yr vs Volvo XC90 19 MPG · $2,447/yr MKT saves $122/yr vs Cadillac SRX 19 MPG · $2,447/yr MKT saves $122/yr vs Lexus RX Hybrid 29 MPG · $2,043/yr RX Hybrid saves $282/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2012 Lincoln MKT?

Up to 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway); ratings range from 18 to 20 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2012 Lincoln MKT use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2012 Lincoln MKT?

The 2012 Lincoln MKT's fuel average is 8.5 km/L (11.8 L/100 km), or 20 MPG combined: 7.2 km/L in the city and 10.2 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2012 Lincoln MKT per year?

About $2,325 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $15.50 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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