Lincoln MKT vs Volvo XC70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volvo XC70
Overview
| Spec | Lincoln MKTBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | T5 Drive-E |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lincoln MKTBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $49,500 | $37,100 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lincoln MKTBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.6 gal (best) | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Lincoln MKTBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 365 hp (best) | 240 hp |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lincoln MKTBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 17.9 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 4,500 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | — | 3,794 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in (best) | 110.8 in |
| Length | 207.6 in (best) | 190.5 in |
| Width | 76 in (best) | 75.8 in |
| Height | 67.4 in (best) | 63.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lincoln MKTBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | — |
| Side pole | Not Rated | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 4 | 2 (best) |
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 | Lincoln MKT | Volvo XC70 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $49,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 Drive-E $37,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Reserve $52,500 MSRP | T5 $38,600 MSRP |
| 3 | — | T5 Drive-E Premier $40,550 MSRP |
| 4 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Premier $41,550 MSRP |
| 5 | — | T5 Premier $42,050 MSRP |
| 6 | — | T5 Classic Premier $43,050 MSRP |
| 7 | — | T5 Drive-E Platinum $45,675 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Platinum $46,675 MSRP |
| 9 | — | T5 Platinum $47,175 MSRP |
| 10 | — | T5 Classic Platinum $48,175 MSRP |
Lincoln MKT vs Volvo XC70 FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 Lincoln MKT or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Lincoln MKT vs 2016 Volvo XC70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2019 Lincoln MKT or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Volvo XC70 starts lower at $37,100.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Lincoln MKT or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (37,100).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Lincoln MKT or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 Lincoln MKT or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2019 Lincoln MKT leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
- Which has better seats: 2019 Lincoln MKT or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2019 Lincoln MKT leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Lincoln MKT or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2019 Lincoln MKT leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2019 Lincoln MKT vs 2016 Volvo XC70?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lincoln MKT (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).