BMW 335i xDrive vs Lincoln MKS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Lincoln MKS
Overview
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lincoln MKSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 335i xDrive | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2015 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lincoln MKSBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,750 | $39,010 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lincoln MKSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lincoln MKSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp | 305 hp (best) |
| Torque | 300 lb-ft (best) | 280 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.7 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lincoln MKSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 12 cu ft | 19.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 900 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,720 lbs (best) | 4,204 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 112.9 in (best) |
| Length | 182.2 in | 205.6 in (best) |
| Width | 71.3 in | 75.9 in (best) |
| Height | 56.5 in | 61.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 335i xDrive335i xDrive | Lincoln MKSBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 335i xDrive | Lincoln MKS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 335i xDrive $45,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $39,010 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Base $41,005 MSRP |
| 3 | — | EcoBoost $46,000 MSRP |
BMW 335i xDrive vs Lincoln MKS FAQ
- Which is better: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2016 Lincoln MKS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2015 BMW 335i xDrive vs 2016 Lincoln MKS on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2016 Lincoln MKS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Lincoln MKS starts lower at $39,010.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2016 Lincoln MKS?
- The 2016 Lincoln MKS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,010).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2016 Lincoln MKS?
- The 2015 BMW 335i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2016 Lincoln MKS?
- The 2016 Lincoln MKS leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2015 BMW 335i xDrive or 2016 Lincoln MKS?
- The 2016 Lincoln MKS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2015 BMW 335i xDrive vs 2016 Lincoln MKS?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW 335i xDrive (5/5 NHTSA overall); Lincoln MKS (5/5 NHTSA overall).