2015 Lincoln MKX vs. 2016 Lincoln MKX
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2015 Lincoln MKX and 2016 Lincoln MKX contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2015 Lincoln MKX and the 2016 Lincoln MKX.
When comparing the 2015 Lincoln MKX's and the 2016 Lincoln MKX's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Lincoln MKX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2016 Lincoln MKX has the advantage in the area of interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Lincoln MKX's and the 2016 Lincoln MKX's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Lincoln MKX is a better car than the 2016 Lincoln MKX.
Pricing: A used 2015 Lincoln MKX ranges from $9,848 to $19,989 while a used 2016 Lincoln MKX is priced between $12,900 to $22,989.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2015 Lincoln MKX’s base engine makes 305 horsepower, and the 2016 Lincoln MKX base engine makes 300 horsepower. The MKX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, while the MKX is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon. Both have a highway range of 468 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2015 Lincoln MKX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2016 Lincoln MKX has the advantage in the areas of front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$38,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$57,728
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$38,900 - $102,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$38,260
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$58,934
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$38,260 - $102,200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$15,003
Price Range:
$9,848 - $19,989
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$22,374
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$14,660 - $35,453
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
27
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
103,939
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,830
Price Range:
$12,900 - $22,989
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$25,566
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$16,852 - $38,123
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
248
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
96,984
# Good or Great Deals:
96
Lincoln MKX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln MKX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2015 Lincoln MKX
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
4.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.8
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.2 - 4.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
72.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2016 Lincoln MKX
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
2.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.2 - 5.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
72.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.4
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.2 - 18.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
3.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.5 - 7.5
Lincoln MKX Rankings
Not yet available
Lincoln MKX Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2015 Lincoln MKX Trim Levels
Base
2016 Lincoln MKX Trim Levels
Black Label, Premiere, Reserve, Select
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
32.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Cargo Space:
37.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
145.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4236 lbs
Width:
87.5 inches
Height:
67.3 inches
Length:
186.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4251 lbs
Width:
86.1 inches
Height:
66.2 inches
Length:
190 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/60R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Platinum Dune Metallic Tri-Coat
Black
Tuxedo Black Metallic
Brown
Kodiak Brown Metallic
Gray
Smoke Quartz Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Orange
Sunset Metallic
Red
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver Metallic
White
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Blue
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Platinum Dune Metallic Tri-Coat
Black
Black Velvet
Brown
Bronze Fire Metallic Tri-Coat
Gray
Luxe
Orange
Not available
Red
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Blue
Allure Blue
Interior Colors
Beige
Ceramic/Charcoal Black / Charcoal Black/Canyon
Black
Charcoal Black
Gray
Medium Light Stone
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony
Gray
Not available
