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2010-2019 Lincoln MKT MPG & Fuel Cost
10 model years · 15–23 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 special-purpose vehicle configurations, MY2019. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2010-2019 Lincoln MKT at a glance
The 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT covers 10 model years in the EPA database (40 configurations in all), rated 15–23 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2019, costs about $3,400 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the MKT 3.7L 6-cyl FWD (19 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019. The best combined rating in the generation, 23 MPG, was reached in 2013, 2014 and 2015.
2010-2019 Lincoln MKT by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Gas | 15–19 MPG | $3,400–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2018 | Gas | 16–19 MPG | $3,440–$4,090 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas | 15–19 MPG | $3,440–$4,230 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas | 17–21 MPG | $3,110–$3,840 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas | 18–23 MPG | $2,830–$3,540 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 18–23 MPG | $2,830–$3,560 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 18–23 MPG | $2,830–$3,540 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 18–20 MPG | $3,340–$3,630 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 16–19 MPG | $3,390–$3,990 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,440–$3,630 | First year |
What the 2019 MKT 3.7L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$283
$3,400 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.67
Per 100 miles
$22.67
Five years
$17,000
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the special-purpose vehicle median
$230more a year
Class median $3,170 a year, MY2019
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2019 Lincoln MKT MPG
Versus 2018: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,440 to $3,400, $40 less.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Livery | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,630 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Hearse | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,020 |
| Limo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,230 |
2018 Lincoln MKT MPG
16–19 MPG · $3,440–$4,090/yr
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,440.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Livery | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,630 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Hearse | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $3,910 |
| Limo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 16 | $4,090 |
2017 Lincoln MKT MPG
15–19 MPG · $3,440–$4,230/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 19 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,110 to $3,440, $330 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Livery | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,630 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
| Hearse | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 16 | $4,040 |
| Limo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 19 | 15 | $4,230 |
2016 Lincoln MKT MPG
17–21 MPG · $3,110–$3,840/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 21 MPG, down 2. Its annual cost goes from $2,830 to $3,110, $280 more.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livery 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| Livery 3.7L 6-cyl | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,630 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,840 |
2015 Lincoln MKT MPG
18–23 MPG · $2,830–$3,540/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,830.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livery 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,830 |
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,280 |
| Livery 3.7L 6-cyl | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,540 |
2014 Lincoln MKT MPG
18–23 MPG · $2,830–$3,560/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,830.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livery 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,830 |
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,280 |
| Livery 3.7L 6-cyl | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,560 |
2013 Lincoln MKT MPG
18–23 MPG · $2,830–$3,540/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 23 MPG, up 3. Its annual cost goes from $3,340 to $2,830, $510 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Livery 2.0L 4-cyl turbo (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,830 |
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,280 |
| Livery 3.7L 6-cyl | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,540 |
2012 Lincoln MKT MPG
18–20 MPG · $3,340–$3,630/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 20 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,390 to $3,340, $50 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,340 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
2011 Lincoln MKT MPG
16–19 MPG · $3,390–$3,990/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,440 to $3,390, $50 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,390 |
| MKT 3.7L 6-cyl AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,600 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,630 |
| Hearse | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $3,990 |
2010 Lincoln MKT MPG
18–19 MPG · $3,440–$3,630/yr
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
| MKT 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the MKT 3.7L 6-cyl FWD: $4,620 in California and $2,960 in Texas, a $1,660 difference.
- California $4,620
- Washington $4,280
- New York $3,400
- Florida $3,210
- Texas $2,960
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2019 special-purpose vehicle models.
Generations
- 2010-2019 (2010)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT get?
EPA rates the 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT at 15–23 MPG combined across 40 configurations and 10 model years. The most efficient version, the 2015 Livery 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 23 MPG (20 city, 28 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT?
The Livery 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 23 MPG, in 2013, 2014 and 2015. The lowest top rating, 19 MPG, was in 2010, 2011, 2017, 2018 and 2019.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2010-2019 Lincoln MKT?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2019 Lincoln MKT per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the MKT 3.7L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,400 a year. Across all 5 configurations the cost runs $3,400–$4,230 a year. That is a $830 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2019 Lincoln MKT 100 miles?
About $22.67 per 100 miles for the MKT 3.7L 6-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $22.67 and $28.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2019 Lincoln MKT more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The MKT 3.7L 6-cyl FWD is rated 16 city and 24 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 8 MPG.
How does the 2019 Lincoln MKT compare with other special-purpose vehicle configurations?
The MKT 3.7L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,400 a year to fuel, $230 more than the class median of $3,170, and less than 5 of 10 special-purpose vehicle configurations. The comparison covers all 20 rated special-purpose vehicle configurations for MY2019, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2019 Lincoln MKT different from the 2018 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,440 to $3,400, $40 less. EPA lists 5 configurations for 2019 against 5 configurations for 2018. See the 2018 Lincoln MKT for that year.