Lincoln MKC: Which Version to Buy and Why
The Lincoln MKC was offered as an SUV 5-doors in one generation, including a restyling, from 2014 through 2019. Choosing between its versions comes down to three measurable priorities: the lighter and more economical 2.0 AT with FWD, the extra traction of the 2.0 AT with AWD, or the higher output of the 2.3 AT with AWD.
The Lincoln MKC was offered as an SUV 5-doors in one generation, including a restyling, from 2014 through 2019. Choosing between its versions comes down to three measurable priorities: the lighter and more economical 2.0 AT with FWD, the extra traction of the 2.0 AT with AWD, or the higher output of the 2.3 AT with AWD. The 2014–2018 range provides measured acceleration, top-speed, and ground-clearance figures; those performance and clearance figures are not measured for the 2018–2019 restyling.
Lincoln MKC generations: what changed?
The 2014–2018 Lincoln MKC was the original version of the first generation. Its SUV 5-doors body had three configurations: 2.0 AT with AWD, 2.0 AT with FWD, and 2.3 AT with AWD. Both 2.0 AT variants produced 240 hp and 366 Nm, while the 2.3 AT produced 285 hp and 414 Nm. All three used a 6-speed Automatic gearbox.
The 2018–2019 Lincoln MKC was the restyling within that same first generation, not a separate generation. It also had three configurations in an SUV 5-doors body: 2.0 AT with FWD, 2.0 AT with AWD, and 2.3 AT with AWD. Output of the 2.0 AT increased from 240 to 245 hp and from 366 to 373 Nm. The 2.3 AT remained at 285 hp and 414 Nm, although its listed torque peak moved from 3000 to 2750 rpm. The restyled range retained the 6-speed Automatic gearbox.
Lincoln MKC engine options and specs
Every listed Lincoln MKC engine is a front, transverse Gasoline unit with Direct injection (direct), Turbo boost, 4 Inline cylinders, and 4 valves per cylinder. The exact 2.0 AT name applies to both FWD and AWD configurations, so drive type and production period are necessary to distinguish them.
| Period and exact version | Output | Torque | Displacement | Fuel | Cylinders and layout | Boost | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2018 2.0 AT | 240 hp (176 kW) at 5500 rpm | 366 Nm at 3000 rpm | 1999 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | AWD |
| 2014–2018 2.0 AT | 240 hp (176 kW) at 5500 rpm | 366 Nm at 3000 rpm | 1999 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | FWD |
| 2014–2018 2.3 AT | 285 hp (213 kW) at 5500 rpm | 414 Nm at 3000 rpm | 2264 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | AWD |
| 2018–2019 2.0 AT | 245 hp (183 kW) at 5500 rpm | 373 Nm at 3000 rpm | 1999 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | FWD |
| 2018–2019 2.0 AT | 245 hp (183 kW) at 5500 rpm | 373 Nm at 3000 rpm | 1999 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | AWD |
| 2018–2019 2.3 AT | 285 hp (213 kW) at 5500 rpm | 414 Nm at 2750 rpm | 2264 cc | Gasoline, 95 | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Automatic | AWD |
By displacement, the 2014–2018 2.0 AT delivers about 120.1 hp per litre, while the restyled 2018–2019 2.0 AT delivers about 122.6 hp per litre. The 2.3 AT produces about 125.9 hp per litre in both periods. Compared with the corresponding 2.0 AT, the 2.3 AT adds 265 cc. It provides 45 hp and 48 Nm more than the earlier 2.0 AT, or 40 hp and 41 Nm more than the restyled 2.0 AT.
Lincoln MKC performance and fuel economy
For the 2014–2018 range, the 2.3 AT with AWD is the performance choice. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 6.5 seconds and reaches 234 km/h. The 2.0 AT with AWD needs 7.4 seconds and reaches 223 km/h, while the 2.0 AT with FWD takes 7.6 seconds and reaches 226 km/h. Therefore, the 2.3 AT is 0.9 seconds quicker than the AWD 2.0 AT and 1.1 seconds quicker than the FWD 2.0 AT.
| Period and exact version | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2018 2.0 AT, AWD | 7.4 sec | 223 km/h | 12.4 L/100 km | 9 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| 2014–2018 2.0 AT, FWD | 7.6 sec | 226 km/h | 11.8 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| 2014–2018 2.3 AT, AWD | 6.5 sec | 234 km/h | 13.1 L/100 km | 9 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| 2018–2019 2.0 AT, FWD | not measured | not measured | 11.8 L/100 km | 8.7 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km |
| 2018–2019 2.0 AT, AWD | not measured | not measured | 12.4 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km |
| 2018–2019 2.3 AT, AWD | not measured | not measured | 13.1 L/100 km | 9 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
The 2014–2018 2.0 AT with FWD has the lowest listed combined consumption at 10.2 L/100 km. Adding AWD to that 2.0 AT raises combined consumption by 0.5 L/100 km, city consumption by 0.6 L/100 km, and highway consumption by 0.9 L/100 km.
In the restyled range, the 2.0 AT with FWD again records 10.2 L/100 km combined. Its AWD counterpart uses 1 L/100 km more combined, 0.6 L/100 km more in the city, and 0.7 L/100 km more on the highway. The restyled 2.3 AT uses 1.6 L/100 km more combined than the restyled 2.0 AT with FWD.
Lincoln MKC dimensions, weight, clearance, and wheel specs
Exterior dimensions are not measured in the supplied data. Gross weight is also not measured for any version. Every configuration has a 59 L fuel tank, and all use Independent, spring suspension at both ends, Ventilated disc front brakes, and Disc rear brakes.
| Period and exact version | Kerb weight | Gross weight | Ground clearance | Tank | Wheel sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014–2018 2.0 AT, FWD | 1720 kg | not measured | 201 mm | 59 L | not measured |
| 2014–2018 2.0 AT, AWD | 1798 kg | not measured | 201 mm | 59 L | not measured |
| 2014–2018 2.3 AT, AWD | 1809 kg | not measured | 201 mm | 59 L | not measured |
| 2018–2019 2.0 AT, FWD | 1730 kg | not measured | not measured | 59 L | 235/45 R19; 255/40 R20 |
| 2018–2019 2.0 AT, AWD | 1802 kg | not measured | not measured | 59 L | 235/45 R19; 255/40 R20 |
| 2018–2019 2.3 AT, AWD | 1802 kg | not measured | not measured | 59 L | not measured |
The 2014–2018 2.0 AT with FWD is the lightest listed MKC at 1720 kg. The equivalent AWD version adds 78 kg. Despite producing 45 hp more, the earlier 2.3 AT with AWD weighs only 11 kg more than the earlier 2.0 AT with AWD.
Weight per horsepower further separates the choices. The 2014–2018 2.0 AT with FWD carries about 7.17 kg per hp, and its AWD counterpart carries about 7.49 kg per hp. The 2014–2018 2.3 AT improves that ratio to about 6.35 kg per hp. In the restyled range, the 2.0 AT records about 7.06 kg per hp with FWD and about 7.36 kg per hp with AWD; the 2.3 AT with AWD records about 6.32 kg per hp.
Lincoln MKC reliability, engine problems, and years to avoid
Reliability, engine-problem, recall, repair-cost, and engine-replacement data are not measured in the supplied specifications. Consequently, these figures cannot identify a Lincoln MKC year to avoid or establish that one engine is more reliable than another. A buying decision based strictly on this catalogue should compare the measured output, performance, consumption, weight, clearance, and drivetrain figures rather than make an unsupported reliability claim.
Which Lincoln MKC version should you buy?
Choose the 2014–2018 2.0 AT with FWD when minimizing consumption and weight matters most. It combines the lowest listed kerb weight of 1720 kg with the lowest listed combined consumption of 10.2 L/100 km. Its measured 0–100 km/h time is 7.6 seconds, and its top speed is 226 km/h.
Choose the 2014–2018 2.0 AT with AWD when AWD is more important than the FWD model’s lower weight and consumption. It keeps the same 240 hp and 366 Nm but adds 78 kg, consumes 0.5 L/100 km more combined, and reaches 100 km/h 0.2 seconds sooner.
Choose the 2014–2018 2.3 AT with AWD when measured performance is the priority. Compared with the same-period 2.0 AT with AWD, it adds 45 hp and 48 Nm while adding only 11 kg. It cuts the measured 0–100 km/h time by 0.9 seconds, raises top speed by 11 km/h, and increases combined consumption by 0.5 L/100 km.
Within the 2018–2019 restyling, choose the 2.0 AT with FWD for the lowest combined consumption, the 2.0 AT with AWD for AWD with the smaller engine, or the 2.3 AT with AWD for the strongest power-to-weight result. The restyled 2.0 AT gains 5 hp and 7 Nm over the earlier 2.0 AT, but acceleration and top speed are not measured. The restyled 2.3 AT retains 285 hp and 414 Nm while reaching peak torque 250 rpm earlier than its 2014–2018 counterpart; its acceleration and top speed are also not measured.