2018 Lincoln MKT

$9,000

from

listings

$9K–$20K

price range

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Low$9,000

High$20,175

From$9,000

Avg Mileage85,526 mi

Fresh

Sourced from 19 active dealer listings as of May 2026

2018 Lincoln MKT Pricing

Price Trend

+14.6%

3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

Only 19 available nationwide.

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Lincoln MKT Safety & Reliability

Low Concern

The 2018 Lincoln MKT has a low safety risk profile with 2 recall campaigns and 6 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

Crashes

Fires

Recall Findings

20V0720002020-10-02

SUSPENSION:REAR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Lincoln MKT and Ford Flex and Taurus vehicles with the Police Interceptor or SHO Performance Pack. The rear suspension toe links may fracture due to stress on the rear suspension.

A fractured rear toe link will cause a sudden change in vehicle handling and increase the risk of a crash.

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25V8270002025-01-12

STRUCTURE:BODY

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKT vehicles. The driver and front passenger B-Pillar door trim may detach while driving.

Door trim that detaches while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 6 owners have filed complaints about the 2018 Lincoln MKT. STRUCTURE issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Structure2

02Fuel/propulsion System1

03Unknown Or Other,back Over Prevention1

04Unknown Or Other1

05Electrical System,unknown Or Other,electronic Stability Control (esc)1

6 total across 1 model years (2018–2018)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Lincoln MKT Fuel Economy

16–19mpg combined

14-16city

21-24hwy

$2,300-$2,750/yr

Across 5 configurations, the 2018 Lincoln MKT returns 16–19 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim

MKT FWD - Automatic (S6)

19mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive

16 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr3/10 Poor

MKT Livery AWD - Automatic 6-spd

18mpg

3.7L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive

16 city23 hwy~$2,450/yr3/10 Poor

MKT AWD - Automatic (S6)

17mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

15 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor

MKT Hearse AWD - Automatic 6-spd

17mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

14 city21 hwy~$2,600/yr3/10 Poor

MKT Limo AWD - Automatic 6-spd

16mpg

3.5L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive

14 city21 hwy~$2,750/yr2/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2018 Lincoln MKT

26States

33%in top 3

14% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 26 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

TXTexas

914%

ILIllinois

711%

FLFlorida

69%

DCWashington DC

69%

NCNorth Carolina

46%

IAIowa

35%

MIMichigan

35%

WIWisconsin

35%

CACalifornia

35%

MDMaryland

23%

MNMinnesota

23%

ALAlabama

23%

GAGeorgia

23%

PAPennsylvania

23%

HI1

MA1

ID1

MO1

IN1

AZArizona

12%

NHNew Hampshire

12%

NJ1

NY1

OH1

OR1

KY1

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2018.

Buying a 2018 Lincoln MKT?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2018 Lincoln MKT a good car to buy?

The 2018 Lincoln MKT has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report structure as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 2018 Lincoln MKT?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2018 Lincoln MKT. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2018 Lincoln MKT?

You'll get between 16 and 19 MPG combined from the 2018 Lincoln MKT, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 2018 Lincoln MKT?

Out of 6 owner complaints, structure issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.