Sedan · Gas
Lincoln MKS 2009–2016 (2nd gen)

- Your fit
- Take the quiz
- Price
- $39,000–$46,500
- MPG
- 22
- Strength: Excellent cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Below-average running costs
- Watch-out: Below-average tech
How it scores for you10 scores
Roomy, quick in twin-turbo form and generously equipped, but anonymous dynamics, clunky tech and a costly water-pump weak point keep it second-tier.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; 1 of its 3 recalls was serious. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Limited history so far, so this score may move as more recalls are filed. Adjusted -7 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,950 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 35% of cars we track.
19.2 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 91% of other sedans we track.
Big-sedan cabin with a huge trunk, though the sloping roof and high deck cramp perceived space.
The 365-hp EcoBoost hustles, but numb steering and Taurus-based mass dominate.
MyLincoln Touch was slow and widely criticized.
Soft, quiet highway cruiser with roomy seating.
Luxury brands like Lincoln tend to lose value faster than average.
No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls3 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
3 recalls across 2015
- Recall — Parking brake (2015)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting (2015)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (2015)
2016
No recorded issues.
2015
- RecallParking brake15V464000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015, Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 21, 2015, and 2015-2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015. T
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting15V605000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and 2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured on July 24, 2015. During vehicle production, the fuel tank attachment bolts may not have been properly tightened. As a result, the fuel tank straps may fracture and
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump16V621000
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI Ecoboost engines and 2013-2015 Ford Taurus Police Interceptor vehicles. A component within the fuel pump electric module (PEM) may overheat causin
Cost to own$29,400 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$39,000–$46,500
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,950/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
19
Highway MPG
28
Combined MPG
22
Horsepower
365 hp
Doors
4
Cargo volume
19.2 cu ft
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
Check a listing
Sign in to check a specific listing against this car's data.