INFINITI Q50 vs Lincoln MKZ
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Lincoln MKZ
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LUXE | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2024 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $43,050 | $36,750 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 20 gal (best) | 16.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 300 hp (best) | 245 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 275 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft | 15.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,199 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,781 lbs | 3,749 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 189.6 in | 193.9 in (best) |
| Width | 71.8 in | 73.4 in (best) |
| Height | 56.8 in | 58.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI Q50LUXE | 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 | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 1 |
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 | INFINITI Q50 | Lincoln MKZ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LUXE $43,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $36,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LUXE $45,050 MSRP | Base $38,750 MSRP |
| 3 | SENSORY $48,750 MSRP | Hybrid Reserve $42,500 MSRP |
| 4 | SENSORY $50,750 MSRP | Reserve $42,500 MSRP |
| 5 | RED SPORT 400 $56,900 MSRP | Reserve $44,500 MSRP |
| 6 | RED SPORT 400 $58,900 MSRP | — |