Chevrolet Tahoe vs Lincoln MKX
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Lincoln MKX
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | Premiere |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60,400 | $39,035 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 24 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 355 hp (best) | 303 hp |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft (best) | 278 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.3 L (best) | 3.7 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 122.7 cu ft (best) | 37.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 8,400 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,834 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,509 lbs | 4,168 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 7.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 211.3 in (best) | 190 in |
| Width | 81 in (best) | 76.1 in |
| Height | 75.8 in (best) | 66.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| 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 | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 (best) | 5 |
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 | Chevrolet Tahoe | Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $60,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premiere $39,035 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $63,400 MSRP | Premiere $41,530 MSRP |
| 3 | Fleet $61,100 MSRP | Select $42,550 MSRP |
| 4 | LT $63,400 MSRP | Select $45,045 MSRP |
| 5 | LT $66,400 MSRP | Reserve $46,560 MSRP |
| 6 | RST $68,400 MSRP | Reserve $49,055 MSRP |
| 7 | RST $71,400 MSRP | Black Label $54,230 MSRP |
| 8 | Z71 $70,400 MSRP | Black Label $56,725 MSRP |
| 9 | Premier $75,300 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Premier $78,300 MSRP | — |
| 11 | High Country $80,400 MSRP | — |
| 12 | High Country $83,400 MSRP | — |