2015 Lincoln MKC 2.3 AWD Review and Road Test - In 4K

[@ras296]

It's amazing to me how one person, Alex, can provide better reviews than Car & Driver, MotorTrend, the FastLane Car, and even MotorWeek! I enjoy the robust, relevant, and practical reviews Alex provides. Who cares about 0 to 60 and 1/4 lap times?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

ras296 Me! But I understand that most people don't :-)

[@TFLcar]

ras296 We're big fans of Alex and his reviews. He's one of the best in the business for extremely detailed buyer reviews. That's what makes youtube so great. There's room for diverse car review videos that appeal to different people. We're lucky to have so many great choices and Alex is one of the hardest working guys in the biz.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

The Fast Lane Car I agree. I actually watch The Fast Lane quite often :)

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

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[@wisebantrend5305]

ras296 Agree %100, Alex Brings up Vast Majority of Technical/Financial Details,And less Auto Journalists Trends ( To My Taste it is a Good Thing) , Also key Point Comparisons With the Same Segment , This Guy Is Awesome

[@champweasel]

We were in the market for a nice smaller CUV.. This is the most complete and informative review we saw. This sent us to the Lincoln dealer for the first time in our lives and we ended up buying a used MKC (2.3L AWD Reserve). The information contained in this video was superior to anything else we found -- including at the dealership. We like the ride and quality feel in the cabin of the MKC. Well done Alex, and Lincoln!

[@Mc-Taboo]

Perfect in-depth review, I've never seen a more thorough or more practical review.. I'm lost for words of how I'm incredibly impressed by you Sir.. You definitely deserve a standing ovation. Liked & Subscribed.

[@TheLanard]

This is one of, if not, the best review I've ever watched. Alex always explains much more than one would expect, and all his information is well explained. I really appreciated his explanation of damping. I've always wondered how that works. There's no music, hype, or bias to any car he reviews. Just clear, well spoken, and thorough information. Thanks Alex!!

[@elliottmanning4116]

OMG! all of those letters and numbers on that ruler! Luxury automakers need to start using names. Good review as always.

[@WRY12000]

Grate review ! It's nice to find a reviewer who actually knows something about what he is talking about !

[@emquad46]

Great review, no BS, just the facts. Bravo!!!!!

[@Pwrbear]

Yes, he does an exceptional job. And I like his no nonsense approach. Thanks, Alex!

[@JG-bx2xg]

Having come out of two X5's and having a racing background, I can tell you it will handle with anything germany cab offer for THOUSANDS less. Reliability is MUCH better too. My diesel X5 was becoming a nightmare with failing urea tanks and exploding driveshafts. THIS IS A WONDEFUL VEHICLE!!!!

[@stewartgigi7667]

I, too appreciate this actual person detailing on the details of Lincoln MKC. Although, it's detailing on this particular model, it still provides information you can get an idea of the technology Lincoln has with any Model. Thanks!

[@tntmyth]

I agree. I really appreciate Alex's reviews. It's worth spending the 25-30 minutes to watch one of his reviews because I know everything about the car before even going to the dealerships. I have to take care to keep my thoughts to myself when out shopping for a car because I invariably know more than the sales rep. The Volvo XC60 and V60 are on my shopping list for a small SUV/Wagon type vehicle along with the Acura RDX, Subaru Outback and Golf Sportwagen. The XC60 just looks like a really classy vehicle with good lines inside and out. The seats are the best out there, which is important. I notice that I start to get fatigued on long drives with pain in the hip joint if the seats are poor in a car. Love that stitched dash option. Would have to go with the T6 if I go Volvo and hopefully go for European Delivery.

[@campingwithchrissy]

Amazing review, I'm buying a used MKC 4WD loaded, I can't wait to receive it! Not sure where you are but the background is gorgeous! Thank you!

[@alvd8511]

The best reviews no doubt. Very objective and detailed information. Best KZbin channel that I found for vehicle reviews.

[@cargo4441]

I used to go to fast lane review with them pork chops who annoy me now I'm subscribed to Alex.

[@leejeongtak7885]

u got me pork chop lolol

[@TheSiskoGGs]

I love your reviews Alex. You are very thorough and detailed in your reviews. But, above all else, you are very objective... that's something I can appreciate.

[@angelthymera2681]

Thank you for this wonderful and thorough review in high quality. It really stands out from the 5 minute reviews on this make and model.

[@melby12]

Nobody reviews cars better than Alex. I do care about 0-60 times but I care more how a car drives and feels. The suspension, cornering, steering feel, seat comfort, head and leg room.....these are the most important to me. However, unlike the vast majority I don't care much about few economy. Thanks again Alex!

[@JulezWinnfield]

A very nice SUV. Lots of cool tech features, especially the self parking option. A definite upgrade from a Ford vehicle like the Edge or Escape.

[@CRVgarage]

You are absolutely right Alex. MKC & NX are compact vehicles that come at the price of a sub compact.

[@1guyin10]

I like what Lincoln did with the MKC. From my brief time in one it seems they managed to avoid falling short in any area. Lincoln also seems to be on the right track with using the softer luxury approach. It is a somewhat ignored area of the market and they seem to have found some fans, especially considering they are struggling to produce enough to meet demand.

[@gene978]

Hey Alex, Your VIDEOS are always SECOND to NONE! That said, What is it with FORD products and predominately BLACK interiors especially the DASH boards, door panels and ceilings. Yes you can lighter on the cheaper models like the FUSION for example or the FOCUS and the ESCAPE it is a sea of BACK interiors on the dealers lots when you look at the high end models and I am so over black. lol.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

gene978 Actually the MKC has a wide variety of interior colors available including a very attractive brown.

[@ZStHope]

They just mentioned a recall to change around the transmission buttons as yours seeming already has.

[@brucec43]

Volvo XC-60 R design is currently sold at $5,250 off MSRP, $6500 if you are already a Volvo owner. This takes them down to mid 40's.

[@humzaaamir482]

Great review Alex, regarding that button operated gear change, what if neutral or reverse is accidentally pressed while the car is in motion? Would it ignore a button press above a certain speed limit?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Humza Aamir It ignores reverse but it will shit into neutral

[@cencio_1976]

The car needs to be potty trained

[@louly3212]

shift*

[@jowowetan]

the video was shot in paradise :-), love the fog background!

[@mx5hong]

Noticing the start/stop button is now on top of the transmission button stack. Wondering if that particular sample was recalled to relocate the button or was built with the change at the factory.

[@luxuriousliving4172]

No heads up display (HUD)?

[@peter300pete]

Fabulous...thanks Alex. You answered a question no one else has been able to in your review. I have been planning to get an MKC and have been test driving it a few times (the 2.0 model). I hear a low kind of roaring sound from the bottom of the windshield which to me was more of an engine noise. I couldn't understand it since this car is equipped with active noise cancelation and people in the dealership couldn't also find an answer. And you said it in your review that active noise cancelation can't cancel engine noise very much....it's a quiet car except for this noise when accelerating. Is it the same in the 2.3 model? thank you so much again. Great review..keep up the good job

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Payman most Yes the 2.3 is basically the same.

[@RyanKather]

Excellent review! So glad you made it to the MKC, I was waiting for awhile and very curious to see your usual thorough critique. I was hoping you would find a way to cover the approach detection and subsequent night light show. It seems to be one of the unique features in the segment, though it can be a little gimmicky perhaps. I've been very happy with my MKC, and cross shopped it fairly extensively. I do have several small critiques that I hope Lincoln addresses in the future. I wish the gas tank held a few more gallons, I would like to see all lighting LED including turn indicators and license plate illumination, and I think there should be more than the one light location in the trunk. Very minor gripes overall. If it were your money what do you think, in this segment, you would consider (I cross shopped a lot)?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Ryan Kather I think I would probably spend a bit more and get the XC60 T6 R-Design, but if you aren't after the power, then the 2.0L AWD Black Label MKC is one of the best values and most unique.

[@borisdemelo]

Have you done a Model S review? I've seen you mention it in electric car reviews for comparisons, but can't find a review video on your channel.

[@Omnis2]

Is that the center stage package or the indulgence? Also, I HATE that wedge sticking out of the B-pillar. It's literally there to stick you in the side. What was Lincoln thinking?

[@emjayay]

Nice Pacific fog in the background.

[@abbyhuang8783]

Same as the other commenters, I think Alex gives the best auto reviews! Quick question Alex, did you get to try out the Radar/Active Cruise Control, Lane Departure warning, Lane Assist Control, Pre-collision warning? If yes, how would you rate these capabilities (out of 5)? Also, how are they compared to X3, GLK, RX 350? Thank you in advance!

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Abby Huang Yes I did. The systems perform better than those in the Lexus NX or RX, similar to the X3 and a step behind the GLK and XC60.

[@abbyhuang8783]

Thank you so much. You rock!!

[@olekiller11]

Thanks for reviewing my car man. Lincoln make an awesome vehicle. Their only problem is getting people to the dealer to test drive it. My question to you is. Do you know if the awd system sends power left and Right? I trying looking at the intelligent drive system as I drive but could never look long enough to tell. But in all great review

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

carey smith No, aside from traction control the AWD system does not torque vector in the MKC. [Edit: it appears that it does have a brake-based torque vectoring system on the front axle only]

[@RyanKather]

Alex on Autos Lincoln claims it does have torque vectoring, but it seems like only the front wheels participate. From the MKC brochure; "Torque Vectoring Control automatically adjusts the speed between your front wheels for enhanced cornering and agility". Is that only under hard cornering and not during wheel slip though? I'm not sure quite how it works, brake based no doubt.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Ryan Kather Thanks for that! It is brake based according to Lincoln and oddly on the front axle only even on AWD models.

[@FastCarCentral]

nice job, very informative

[@alejandroaramism]

Never heard that someone will think that this is a subcompact SUV like the Q3. Is more likely to be compared with the Murano and it's wrong because the Murano is midsize and the mkc is compact SUV

[@jimmacmurdo355]

I agree, one of the best reviews of the MKC I've seen to date. The comparisons among the major players appears to me to be spot-on; great job. I personal biggest concern with this vehicle is it's fuel economy. When (not if) gasoline returns to the mid-to-upper $3 range, the difference between this and the Acura RDX for example will become considerably more meaningful. Also, I have yet to drive any of Ford's Eco-Boost engines that get anywhere close to their EPA ratings, something I can't say about the Japanese competitors -- which will likely make the fuel cost differential to those models even greater.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Jim MacMurdo The economy was disappointing. Hopefully Ford will move to an 8+ speed auto soon. The RDX and XC60 FWD models have the best economy in this segment.

[@1guyin10]

Alex on Autos Maybe it will eventually get the joint venture 9 speed (or the 11 speed that Ford recently patented) ? I'm surprised they have been this slow bringing them to market, but then considering the teething pains with the ZF 9 speed perhaps the long development cycle is in order.

[@paulpellico3797]

Alex, you mention the XC60 often in the review. However, isn't the Volvo a much larger cr? Seems so when I see it. I am a fan of the Volvo and consider the T6 turbo one of the best now available, but it does seem to be more competitive with the MKX than this.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

paul pellico The Volvo is only 3 inches longer which isnt much and most of that is the rear bumper.

[@ccmaster86]

Excellent review as always. Something that manufactures are doing these days that just turns me away is the totally digital instrument clusters. Such as the digital needle for rpm and speedo in this Lincoln. I've just always preferred analogue physical gauges, and they can be made to look very good and modern. Guess I'm just old fashioned!

[@takhayc]

Totally agree with you. Guess we are a dying breed. I drive an 09 Corolla LE. Back then the most prudent choices in its class and based on reliability and value etc., IMO were either a Corolla or a Civic, and I chose the Corolla just because it came with an analog speedometer instead of a digital one (hyperbole but basically it). I know the Civic handles better and all that young people stuff, but I hate it when the car is at a complete stop and the gauge is still doing a count down. I am not young but I am not that old BTW. LOL

[@Lucky8s]

ccmaster86 Digital instruments are almost obligatory when it comes to luxury vehicles. Look at any high tier Mercedes, BMW, Audi or even Hyundai/Kia. Apparently, it screams luxury.

[@vq37zu]

Awesome review!

[@Beastmodefrag]

When are you going to review the all New MKX?

[@emjayay]

That's not legroom in the rear seat. It's knee room. Legroom is from the seat back to knees to floor.

[@franklintiku4341]

Am going to get one. Great review and a beautiful car.

[@Donsburt]

I bet people will buy this just because of Mathew mccounagh's commercial

[@mountainhobo]

Donsburt Mathew who?

[@keithwilliamson236]

As always great reviews.

[@chonaV]

Have you reviewed the MKX? I am debating between the MKX and the Lexus RX. I want to know which among the two offers the more comfortable and more quite ride. The more isolated from the outside, the better. Please advice.

[@rmsjern]

Mkx would be more quieter and rx would be bit more sportier.

[@chonaV]

+mr murica Thx. I test drove it. It's indeed quiet when it starts moving, but on idle, engine noise was intrusive. Overall I was impressed, but I ended up getting the 2016 Mercedes Benz GLC :-)

[@rmsjern]

nice :D

[@louly3212]

Alex how does one go from mkc to glc? interior? badge? ride?

[@Fadic4]

Is the system like the gm magnetic shocks?

[@ransom20091]

How tall is this guy because I'm 6'5 and wanted to know would this be a good sized car for someone my height and if I sat in the back seat would it be enough legroom for someone my height

[@jvlixn]

William Ransom IV nope. I'm six foot and the leg room behind me seats a child or very small person.

[@bobranger9382]

Love the MKC's

[@gwenhewitt9710]

Highway is the balm man you tripping 10 outta 10 on that freeway to and rough road hold is 10 for 10 because most cars are horrible on rough roads

[@chetanjiva8874]

This is how you review a car

[@dentonarmstrong7470]

Any idea why the more powerful engine tows less?

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Denton Armstrong Apparently it has something to do with the transmission and the overall additional weight in the 2.3

[@dentonarmstrong7470]

Interesting. Thanks for the reply!

[@vernonpaigejr.1517]

I think I want one.

[@vq37zu]

Alex, I've noticed there's always one dislike in your videos. You may have a fanboy!

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Zuriel Briones There's always one....

[@gwenhewitt9710]

It's a pretty suv

[@williamconerly]

I like it

[@cherylgoodman4360]

Wow!

[@cw4623]

Only a masochist would change the suspension dampers to firm (Sport).

[@TheSuperMotoHooligan]

Ok. I watched the vid. When can I expect the 4k in my bank account?

[@steelhorseman6883]

I'm new to your channel. I'm just wondering if you test anything 1 handed people.

[@AAutoBuyersGuide]

Steel Horseman I'm not sure what you mean?

[@Hunting4TheLight]

nice glasses dude! are you a dentist?