INFINITI QX70 vs Lincoln MKX
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Lincoln MKX
Overview
| Spec | INFINITI QX70Base | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | Premiere |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2017 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | INFINITI QX70Base | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $45,850 | $39,035 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $13,616 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $14,394 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $14,477 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 3 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | INFINITI QX70Base | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 23.8 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | INFINITI QX70Base | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 325 hp (best) | 303 hp |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft | 278 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L | 3.7 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | INFINITI QX70Base | Lincoln MKXPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 62 cu ft (best) | 37.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,209 lbs | 4,168 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.4 in | 7.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 113.6 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 191.3 in (best) | 190 in |
| Width | 75.9 in | 76.1 in (best) |
| Height | 66.1 in | 66.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | INFINITI QX70Base | Lincoln 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.
| Trim | INFINITI QX70 | Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $45,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premiere $39,035 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $47,650 MSRP | Premiere $41,530 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 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
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INFINITI QX70 vs Lincoln MKX FAQ
- Which is better: 2017 INFINITI QX70 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2017 INFINITI QX70 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: 2017 INFINITI QX70 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2018 Lincoln MKX starts lower at $39,035. Live Lincoln MKX listings start at $13,616.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2017 INFINITI QX70 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
- The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,035).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2017 INFINITI QX70 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
- The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2017 INFINITI QX70 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
- The 2017 INFINITI QX70 leads on horsepower in this comparison (325).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2017 INFINITI QX70 or 2018 Lincoln MKX?
- The 2018 Lincoln MKX leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2017 INFINITI QX70 vs 2018 Lincoln MKX?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lincoln MKX (5/5 NHTSA overall).