2012 Lincoln MKZ
3LNHL2GC3CR837444
This vehicle is no longer listed. The figures below describe the market for this build.
Market price range
Based on 29 comparable same-build listings · Market data as of August 23, 2026Price history for this VIN
Asking price over time
Asking prices recorded across 2 listing dates for VIN 3LNHL2GC3CR837444, spanning 2 years 4 months.
Listings
Full listing history on VehiSales →No active listings of this exact VIN right now.
Former listings
| Dealer | Location | Price | Mileage | Listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Limits | Irving, TX 75061 | $7,999 | 135,581 mi | 2023-11-26 |
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Decoded from the VIN
NHTSA build data for 3LNHL2GC3CR837444- ✗ Backup camera
- ✗ Blind-spot monitor
- ✗ Lane departure
- ✗ ABS
- ✗ Electronic stability
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Get the original window sticker for this VIN →Fuel economy (EPA)
Assumes 15,000 miles a year at $3.10/gallon and 19 MPG combined.
5-year cost to own
Beyond the sticker: what this 2012 Lincoln MKZ likely costs over five years at 15,000 mi/yr.
Estimate — insurance and taxes vary by driver and state.
Safety & recalls
NHTSA crash tests & recall campaigns for this model yearThe 2012 Lincoln MKZ has 6 recall campaigns as of July 2026. NHTSA rated it 4 out of 5 stars overall. EPA combined fuel economy: 19 MPG.
Tested configuration: 2012 Lincoln MKZ 4 DR AWD
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AIR BAGSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana,…NHTSA campaign 19V001000
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AIR BAGSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan and 2010-2012 Lincoln MKZ vehicles that previously received a replacement passenger air bag under…NHTSA campaign 18V775000
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AIR BAGSFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California,…NHTSA campaign 17V024000
Recall campaigns apply to the model year, not to one car. Check remedy status for this VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Model-level data for the 2012 Lincoln MKZ from NHTSA (recalls, NCAP crash tests) and EPA fueleconomy.gov, refreshed July 28, 2026.
Where the price is heading
Typical asking price for a 2012 Lincoln MKZ over the last 6 months — the market firmed $67 in that span.
Monthly price table
| Month | Typical price |
|---|---|
| March 2026 | $6,995 |
| April 2026 | $6,999 |
| May 2026 | $7,495 |
| June 2026 | $6,998 |
| July 2026 | $6,998 |
| August 2026 | $7,062 |
How it compares to rivals
Median asking price for comparable body styles listed near this car| Model | Median price | For sale nearby | vs this car |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Lincoln MKZ (this car) | $6,266 | 29 | — |
| 2014 Honda Accord | $9,625 | 15 | +$3,359 |
| 2013 Toyota Camry | $9,632 | 13 | +$3,366 |
| 2010 Ford Fusion | $5,715 | 11 | −$551 |
| 2010 Toyota Corolla | $9,504 | 10 | +$3,238 |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | $12,458 | 8 | +$6,192 |
Cheapest active listings of each comparable body style in this region — median of what those models actually ask.
Market by model year
Gen 1 · 2007–2012What each model year costs right now — live supply, median asking price and how much value each year keeps versus the newest one.
| Year | Units for sale | Median price | vs newest | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 71 | $6,995 | 100% | 115,908 mi |
| 2011 | 37 | $6,648 | 95% | 120,917 mi |
| 2010 | 29 | $6,000 | 86% | 113,003 mi |
| 2009 | 17 | $5,000 | 71% | 126,365 mi |
| 2008 | 27 | $5,500 | 79% | 113,182 mi |
| 2007 | 30 | $4,997 | 71% | 114,297 mi |
Units for sale — listings of each model year in the latest nightly market snapshot.
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