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2013 Lincoln MKS Review

6.8 Overall Score
out of 10

Score Breakdown

Reliability

6.5

Safety

7.8

Value

6.1

Performance

6.4

Technology

7.3

Overview

The 2013 Lincoln MKS earns an overall Carivo score of 6.8/10, based on our independent assessment across five key categories: reliability, safety, value for money, performance, and technology. Buyers should weigh its strengths carefully against the areas where it falls short of the competition.

Pros & Cons

Cons

✗ Reliability
✗ Performance

2013 Lincoln MKS Reliability 6.5/10

2013 Lincoln MKS offers average reliability for its segment. Most owners report routine maintenance costs with occasional issues that are typical for vehicles in this class.

2013 Lincoln MKS Safety 7.8/10

2013 Lincoln MKS performs well in safety evaluations, earning strong scores across most crash-test categories. Its suite of standard driver-assistance features adds meaningful protection for everyday driving.

2013 Lincoln MKS Value 6.1/10

2013 Lincoln MKS is difficult to recommend on value grounds at its current pricing. Competing models in the segment offer a more compelling package for the money, making it hard to justify the cost.

2013 Lincoln MKS Performance 6.4/10

2013 Lincoln MKS trails the competition in performance metrics. The powertrain feels strained under hard acceleration, and the handling dynamics do not inspire confidence on twisty roads.

2013 Lincoln MKS Technology 7.3/10

2013 Lincoln MKS includes a reasonable technology package for its price point. The infotainment system is functional and the key driver-assistance features are present, even if they are not class-leading.