Lincoln MKX vs. Ford Flex 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 Ford to the dealership as the Lincoln MKX. The Ford Flex won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Lincoln MKX. The Ford Flex won't tax your gas budget substantially more than the Lincoln will. When it comes to MSRP, the Ford Flex doesn't cost much less than the Lincoln MKX.

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Ford Flex over the Lincoln MKX.

Convenience
You definitely won't have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Ford Flex than with the Lincoln MKX, as both offer similar mileage ranges.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Ford Flex's front cabin compared to the MKX. The ampler interior dimensions of the Ford Flex make it more spacious for your passengers than the Lincoln MKX.

Dimensions
The Ford Flex's tank is about the same size as the Lincoln MKX's, though the Lincoln MKX's is a little bigger. The Lincoln MKX and the Ford Flex compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the Ford Flex packs quite a wallop and will knock the Lincoln MKX down a few rungs. On the flip side, note that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Lincoln MKX and the Ford Flex likely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Ford has no lessons to learn in terms of pickup from the MKX. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the MKX isn't much more powerful than the Ford Flex.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Ford Flex isn't quite as generous as the Lincoln MKX's.