Lincoln MKX vs Toyota 4Runner
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Toyota 4Runner
Overview
| Spec | Lincoln MKXPremiere | Toyota 4RunnerSR5 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premiere | SR5 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lincoln MKXPremiere | Toyota 4RunnerSR5 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,035 (best) | $41,570 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $21,074 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $21,074 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $21,074 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lincoln MKXPremiere | Toyota 4RunnerSR5 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Lincoln MKXPremiere | Toyota 4RunnerSR5 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 303 hp (best) | 278 hp |
| Torque | 278 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lincoln MKXPremiere | Toyota 4RunnerSR5 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 37.2 cu ft | 90.2 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lbs | 6,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,168 lbs (best) | 4,455 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 7.8 in | 8.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 190 in | 194.9 in (best) |
| Width | 76.1 in | 78 in (best) |
| Height | 66.2 in | 72.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lincoln MKXPremiere | Toyota 4RunnerSR5 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| 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 | Lincoln MKX | Toyota 4Runner |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premiere $39,035 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SR5 $41,570 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premiere $41,530 MSRP | SR5 $43,570 MSRP |
| 3 | Select $42,550 MSRP | TRD Sport $48,050 MSRP |
| 4 | Select $45,045 MSRP | TRD Sport $50,050 MSRP |
| 5 | Reserve $46,560 MSRP | TRD Off-Road $49,990 MSRP |
| 6 | Reserve $49,055 MSRP | TRD Off-Road $52,790 MSRP |
| 7 | Black Label $54,230 MSRP | TRD Sport Premium $53,410 MSRP |
| 8 | Black Label $56,725 MSRP | TRD Sport Premium $55,410 MSRP |
| 9 | — | TRD Off-Road Premium $55,770 MSRP |
| 10 | — | TRD Off-Road Premium $58,570 MSRP |
| 11 | — | Limited $56,200 MSRP |
| 12 | — | Limited $58,200 MSRP |
| 13 | — | Limited $61,000 MSRP |
| 14 | — | Platinum $63,660 MSRP |
| 15 | — | Trailhunter $67,700 MSRP |
| 16 | — | TRD Pro $67,900 MSRP |
