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Lexus ES 350 vs. Lincoln MKZ Review

How the Lexus ES 350 stacks up against the Lincoln MKZ - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 Lexus ES 350
Price Range: $34,470 - $34,800
2010 Lincoln MKZ
Price Range: $32,695 - $36,005
Lexus ES 350 vs. Lincoln MKZ Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Lincoln MKZ to the dealership as the Lexus ES 350. There honestly isn't much of a difference in gas mileage here, but if you must know, the Lexus is a little more economical than the Lincoln. Regarding fuel economy, the Lexus ES 350 is somewhat better than the Lincoln MKZ, but not by much. Regarding MSRP, the Lincoln MKZ costs roughly as much as the Lexus ES 350 (though the Lexus ES 350 is a bit cheaper).

Utility
The Lexus ES 350 and the Lincoln MKZ can accommodate the same number of passengers.

Convenience
You'll quite certainly have to take the Lincoln MKZ for a fill-up more often than the Lexus because of its tank size and fuel economy.

Comfort
Taller drivers will significantly enjoy the extra head room in the MKZ's front cabin compared to the Lexus ES 350. The Lincoln MKZ is not particularly roomier for your passengers than the Lexus ES 350.

Dimensions
The Lincoln MKZ's tank is approximately the same size as the Lexus's, though the ES 350's is somewhat bigger. The Lincoln and the Lexus ES 350 compete for the same parking spaces.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Lexus ES 350 and the Lincoln quite certainly handle almost the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the Lexus ES 350 isn't much more powerful than the Lincoln MKZ.

Warranty
The Lincoln MKZ and the Lexus ES 350 have the same basic after-sale protection.

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