2015 Lincoln MKC vs. 2015 Chevrolet Traverse
In comparing the 2015 Lincoln MKC's and the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse's specifications and ratings, The 2015 Chevrolet Traverse has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Lincoln MKC's and the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse is a better car than the 2015 Lincoln MKC.
2015 Lincoln MKC vs. 2015 Chevrolet Traverse Pricing
A used 2015 Lincoln MKC ranges from $11,284 to $21,989 while a used 2015 Chevrolet Traverse is priced between $7,996 to $19,338.
2015 Lincoln MKC vs. 2015 Chevrolet Traverse Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2015 Lincoln MKC loses 52.6 percent of its value and the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse loses 51.3 percent of its value. This means the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse retains 1.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2015 Lincoln MKC.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Lincoln MKC’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse base engine makes 281 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Chevrolet Traverse, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2015 Lincoln MKC, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space. The 2015 Lincoln MKC and 2015 Chevrolet Traverse are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2015 Chevrolet Traverse has higher safety ratings than the 2015 Lincoln MKC, with an average rating of 4.81 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
11284 - 21989
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.526474
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7996 - 19338
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.51313
Lincoln MKC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Traverse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.106667 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 10
Lincoln MKC Rankings
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50 out of / 68Chevrolet Traverse Rankings
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61 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Lincoln MKC Trim Levels
Base, Black Label
2015 Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels
LS, LT, LTZ
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.81 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
240 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
281 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
374 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
25.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
53.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
123.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Cargo Space:
24.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
116.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
175.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3791 lbs
Width:
84.1 inches
Height:
65.2 inches
Length:
179.2 inches
Wheelbase:
105.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4647 lbs
Width:
78.5 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
203.7 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P245/70R17