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INFINITI FX35 vs Lincoln MKX

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

Vehicles

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2012 INFINITI FX35

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2018 Lincoln MKX

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Overview

SpecINFINITI FX35FX35Lincoln MKXPremiere
Selected trimFX35Premiere
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission7-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20122018

Pricing & market

SpecINFINITI FX35FX35Lincoln MKXPremiere
MSRP$43,700$39,035 (best)
Lowest listing price$8,896 (best)$13,616
Median listing price$8,896 (best)$14,394
Highest listing price$8,896 (best)$14,477
For sale now13 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecINFINITI FX35FX35Lincoln MKXPremiere
Combined MPG19 MPG20 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG17 MPG (best)
Highway MPG23 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank23.8 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecINFINITI FX35FX35Lincoln MKXPremiere
Horsepower303 hp303 hp
Torque262 lb-ft278 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.5 L3.7 L (best)
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecINFINITI FX35FX35Lincoln MKXPremiere
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors55
Cargo volume62 cu ft (best)37.2 cu ft
Towing capacity—3,500 lbs (best)
Payload1,213 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,162 lbs (best)4,168 lbs
Ground clearance7.4 in7.8 in (best)
Wheelbase113.6 in (best)112.2 in
Length191.3 in (best)190 in
Width75.9 in76.1 in (best)
Height65 in66.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecINFINITI FX35FX35Lincoln MKXPremiere
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 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 (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.

TrimINFINITI FX35Lincoln MKX
1

FX35

$43,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premiere

$39,035 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

FX35

$45,150 MSRP

Premiere

$41,530 MSRP

3

FX35 Limited Edition

$52,000 MSRP

Select

$42,550 MSRP

4—

Select

$45,045 MSRP

5—

Reserve

$46,560 MSRP

6—

Reserve

$49,055 MSRP

7—

Black Label

$54,230 MSRP

8—

Black Label

$56,725 MSRP

Live inventory

INFINITI FX35 vs Lincoln MKX FAQ

Which is better: 2012 INFINITI FX35 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2012 INFINITI FX35 vs 2018 Lincoln MKX on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2012 INFINITI FX35 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Lincoln MKX starts lower at $39,035. Live INFINITI FX35 listings start at $8,896. Live Lincoln MKX listings start at $13,616.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2012 INFINITI FX35 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,035).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2012 INFINITI FX35 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2012 INFINITI FX35 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2012 INFINITI FX35 vs 2018 Lincoln MKX?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lincoln MKX (5/5 NHTSA overall).