Lincoln MKZ vs Jaguar XE

Comparing 2017 Lincoln MKZ to 2017 Jaguar XE

The all-new Jaguar XE, the brand's entry-level sedan, debuts with a choice of three powertrains - a 2.0L turbo I-4, a 2.0L turbo diesel I-4 and a 3.0L supercharged V6 - and selectively in four trim levels: XE, XE Premium, XE Prestige and XE R-Sport.⁽¹⁾ All models will be offered in rear-wheel drive, with the diesel and V6 also offering all-wheel drive. Prices for the three engines start at $35,895, $37,395 and $42,695, respectively.⁽²⁾ See how Lincoln MKZ compares.

Competitive Perception

Jaguar claims that XE is "built to exceed all expectations of a compact sport sedan by combining technology, handling and performance to exhilarating effect."

Lincoln Reality

From a performance and driving dynamics point of view, there's nothing in the XE that is not also found on Lincoln MKZ. Both feature EPAS and advanced suspensions.
The 2.0L engines develop similar horsepower (245⁽³⁾ on MKZ vs. 240 on XE), but the Lincoln MKZ engine develops more torque (275 lb.-ft.⁽³⁾ vs. 251 lb.-ft.).
Lincoln MKZ also comes out on top when comparing the twin-turbo 3.0L GTDI V6⁽⁴⁾ offerings, delivering more horsepower in either FWD or AWD (350/400)⁽³⁾ vs. 340 for the XE and significantly more torque (400 lb.-ft.⁽³⁾vs. 332 lb.-ft.).

Competitive Perception

For those who want performance and fuel economy, Jaguar XE offers a 2.0L turbocharged I-4 diesel.

Lincoln Reality

One reason to buy a diesel engine is fuel economy; Lincoln MKZ counters with the available 2.0L Atkinson-cycle I-4 hybrid engine. It delivers more horsepower than Jaguar's diesel (188 net total combined vs. 180) while delivering exceptional fuel economy (41 city/ 38 hwy mpg).⁽³⁾ (Fuel economy figures for the Jaguar engine were not available at the time of publication.)
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid features a lower starting price than the XE diesel ($35,010 vs. $37,395).

Competitive Perception

The XE is a sport sedan, well-equipped with a host of features designed to enhance the driving experience.

Lincoln Reality

Lincoln MKZ enables its owners to fine-tune their vehicle to their preferred driving style via its Lincoln Drive Control, which includes continuously controlled damping and electric power-assisted steering. It also offers all-wheel drive in all three engine configurations (AWD is not available on the Jaguar 2.0L turbo) and a 400-horsepower⁽³⁾ twin-turbo 3.0L GTDI V6 with all-wheel drive.⁽⁴⁾

(1) Trim levels vary per engine.

(2) MSRP excludes tax, title and registration fees.

(3) Horsepower and torque ratings achieved with 93-octane fuel.

(4) In AWD. Tested with 93-octane fuel.

(5) Late availability.

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