Kia Cadenza vs Lincoln MKZ
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Lincoln MKZ
Overview
| Spec | Kia CadenzaTechnology | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Technology | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2020 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia CadenzaTechnology | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $37,850 | $36,750 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia CadenzaTechnology | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 28 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 16.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia CadenzaTechnology | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 290 hp (best) | 245 hp |
| Torque | 253 lb-ft | 275 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia CadenzaTechnology | Lincoln MKZBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16 cu ft (best) | 15.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | — | 3,749 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 195.7 in (best) | 193.9 in |
| Width | 73.6 in (best) | 73.4 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 58.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia CadenzaTechnology | 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 | Kia Cadenza | Lincoln MKZ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Technology $37,850 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $36,750 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Limited $43,550 MSRP | Base $38,750 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Hybrid Reserve $42,500 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Reserve $42,500 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Reserve $44,500 MSRP |