Dodge Charger vs Lincoln MKZ

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Dodge Charger

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2020 Lincoln MKZ

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Overview

Spec	Dodge ChargerR/T	Lincoln MKZBase
Selected trim	R/T	Base
Body style	Coupe	Sedan
Drivetrain	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission	8-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine type	gas	gas
Model year	2027	2020

Pricing & market

Spec	Dodge ChargerR/T	Lincoln MKZBase
MSRP	$49,995	$36,750 (best)
Lowest listing price	$49,975 (best)	—
Median listing price	$51,475 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$57,075 (best)	—
For sale now	7 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Dodge ChargerR/T	Lincoln MKZBase
Combined MPG	20 MPG	24 MPG (best)
City MPG	17 MPG	20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG	26 MPG	31 MPG (best)
Fuel tank	18 gal (best)	16.5 gal

Performance

Spec	Dodge ChargerR/T	Lincoln MKZBase
Horsepower	420 hp (best)	245 hp
Torque	469 lb-ft (best)	275 lb-ft
Engine size	3 L (best)	2 L
Cylinders	I6	I4

Size & capability

Spec	Dodge ChargerR/T	Lincoln MKZBase
Seating	5 seats	5 seats
Doors	2	4 (best)
Cargo volume	—	15.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity	—	1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight	4,816 lbs	3,749 lbs (best)
Wheelbase	121 in (best)	112.2 in
Length	207 in (best)	193.9 in
Width	80 in (best)	73.4 in
Height	59 in (best)	58.1 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	Dodge ChargerR/T	Lincoln MKZBase
NHTSA overall	—	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)	—	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)	—	3 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)	—	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)	—	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole	—	5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover	—	4 / 5 ★ (best)
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	Dodge Charger	Lincoln MKZ
1	R/T $49,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)	Base $36,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	R/T $51,995 MSRP	Base $38,750 MSRP
3	R/T Plus $49,995 MSRP	Hybrid Reserve $42,500 MSRP
4	R/T Plus $51,995 MSRP	Reserve $42,500 MSRP
5	Scat Pack $54,995 MSRP	Reserve $44,500 MSRP
6	Scat Pack $56,995 MSRP	—
7	Scat Pack Plus $54,995 MSRP	—
8	Scat Pack Plus $56,995 MSRP	—