Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Steering location | Seat rows | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior | mechanical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 105.9 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.9, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 105.9 | 18 | 18 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.9, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 |
| 2017 | 5 | 4 | — | — | Standard | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 2 | 4 | 105.9 | 18 | 19 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 105.9, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 19 |
| 2016 | 5 | 4 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 5 | 4 | 714 | 25.2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Lincoln MKC SUV FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | optional | standard | optional | standard | optional | standard | standard |
| 2018 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Lincoln MKC SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | optional | — | standard | optional | optional | standard |
| 2017 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2017 Lincoln MKC SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | optional | optional | — | standard | optional | standard | optional | optional | standard |
| 2016 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2016 Lincoln MKC SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2015 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2015 Lincoln MKC SUV AWD Later Release | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2019
NewestThe 2019 Lincoln MKC presents an average reliability profile, with a significant concern regarding potential engine fire risks stemming from battery monitor sensor issues.
2018
The 2018 Lincoln MKC presents an average reliability profile, with significant ownership considerations stemming from multiple critical recalls, particularly concerning engine fire risk.
2017
The 2017 Lincoln MKC presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2016
The 2016 Lincoln MKC presents a mixed ownership proposition.
2015
The 2015 Lincoln MKC presents a mixed ownership proposition.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Lincoln MKC?
Carfocal currently has 5 published MKC reports, covering 2015 through 2019. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2019 Lincoln MKC presents an average reliability profile, with a significant concern regarding potential engine fire risks stemming from battery monitor sensor issues.
Published year coverage: 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019.
Is the Lincoln MKC reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Lincoln MKC. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2019 lincoln mkc presents an average reliability profile, with a significant concern regarding potential engine fire risks stemming from battery monitor sensor issues. and the 2019 lincoln mkc can represent reasonable value if purchased at a discount, reflecting its average reliability and the documented critical recalls. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
5 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Lincoln MKC?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2015 through 2019.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 5
- Years tracked
- 5
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints