aces-n-eights Posted February 27, 2020 Share Posted February 27, 2020 We just picked up a 2017 MKZ Reserve, 3.0T, AWD. I've been a Chevy/Toyota guy most of my life so when it came time to replace our Toyota Avalon i looked first at a Cadillac CTS. I like the look of the exterior but the interior was very "plasticky" and the power was "ehh". Broadened the search to other manufacturers and the MKZ checked all the right boxes. Our 2017 was a Ford management car - as i understand it was owned by a Ford executive - and has been well taken care of and maintained. We really like the looks, both inside and out, and the 3.0 turbo is plenty snorty. The car has sport (or is it called drivers?) option as well as the panoramic sunroof and tech package. We're still exploring our way thru the bells and whistles and i'll probably have some dumb newby questions for you all. Cadetgray and Spaceman 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbf2530 Posted February 27, 2020 Share Posted February 27, 2020 13 minutes ago, aces-n-eights said: We just picked up a 2017 MKZ Reserve, 3.0T, AWD. I've been a Chevy/Toyota guy most of my life so when it came time to replace our Toyota Avalon i looked first at a Cadillac CTS. I like the look of the exterior but the interior was very "plasticky" and the power was "ehh". Broadened the search to other manufacturers and the MKZ checked all the right boxes. Our 2017 was a Ford management car - as i understand it was owned by a Ford executive - and has been well taken care of and maintained. We really like the looks, both inside and out, and the 3.0 turbo is plenty snorty. The car has sport (or is it called drivers?) option as well as the panoramic sunroof and tech package. We're still exploring our way thru the bells and whistles and i'll probably have some dumb newby questions for you all. Hi aces. Congratulations and welcome to the Lincoln MKZ Forum! Just as an FYI - If you are referring to the option package that gave you what is listed below, you are correct and it is called the "Drivers Package": - Aluminum Foot Pedal Covers - Painted Upper Grille - Interior Trim Accent Pack - Driver/Passenger Multi Contour Seats - Dynamic Torque Vectoring - Painted Brake Calipers - Sport Tuned Suspension - 19” Satin Finish 10 Spoke Machined-Aluminum Wheels with Premium Painted Pockets - Ebony and Touring White interior trim. We have many helpful and knowledgeable members, so feel free to ask any questions you may have. Good luck. Spaceman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaceman Posted February 27, 2020 Share Posted February 27, 2020 I agree totally with your assessment of the CTS and newer Cadillacs in general. Their CUE system came in for a lot of criticism, and apparently some of the screens are now suffering from delamination. And yes the MKZ did check a lot of boxes. Many reliability rankings also give Lincoln higher marks. Also, I see a lot more Cadillacs on the road, which makes them less “exclusive.” Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Izzy3906 Posted February 27, 2020 Share Posted February 27, 2020 Congrats on your new MKZ and welcome to the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aces-n-eights Posted February 27, 2020 Author Share Posted February 27, 2020 Thanks guys, i appreciate the welcome. We're looking forward to many great miles in this car and are excited to explore all the new tech. Spaceman 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokestone10 Posted February 27, 2020 Share Posted February 27, 2020 Welcome to the forum and to the joyride of MKZ ownership! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drolds1 Posted February 28, 2020 Share Posted February 28, 2020 Welcome! I just turned in my 2017 3.0 AWD with Driver's Sport Package for a similar 2020. You're gonna love it. Fire away with any questions you may have but I highly recommend reading the entire owners guide. There's a lot to learn about this car and its many features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Posted February 28, 2020 Share Posted February 28, 2020 Congrats, and welcome. I have a 2017 MKZ Reserve, 3.0T, AWD also. Great car! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fusionff Posted February 28, 2020 Share Posted February 28, 2020 Welcome aboard, you made a good choice with those options. Enjoy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeetheSailor Posted April 19, 2020 Share Posted April 19, 2020 Welcome aboard. I haven't purchased yet, but wanting to also get the 3.0 AWD V6. Best Lee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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