The Lincoln MKX is based on the Ford Edge and shares its basic structure with the Ford Fusion sedan as well as the Mazda 6 sedan and CX-9 crossover.MKX presents a stylish profile with its short overhangs and big wheel arches, not unlike some futuristic flying people mover concepts of 20th-century animators. The short hood and raked windscreen give it a modern appearance.
The chrome eggcrate grille offers bling, with more shiny stuff on the mirrors, wheel covers, around the rear lamps and windows, the exhaust tips, and badges. Door handles are paint-matched, but chromed on the Limited Edition model.
The Panoramic Vista Roof is all black. This dual sunroof gives an airy feeling thanks to the large main sunroof and the additional fixed glass panel behind it. It leads to a black rear spoiler and trim below the rear glass, making the window appear larger than it is. Underneath the hatch glass is a full-width taillight like Lincoln Marks of old, only this one is lit by LEDs.