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2007-2015 Lincoln MKX MPG & Fuel Cost
9 model years · 18–21 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 3 of 10 small SUV configurations, MY2015. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2007-2015 Lincoln MKX at a glance
The 2007-2015 Lincoln MKX covers 9 model years in the EPA database (18 configurations in all), rated 18–21 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2015, costs about $3,190 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD (20 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015. The best combined rating in the generation, 21 MPG, was reached in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2007-2015 Lincoln MKX by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,190–$3,370 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,110–$3,380 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,050–$3,370 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,050–$3,370 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas | 19–21 MPG | $3,090–$3,390 | Ratings changed |
| 2010 | Gas | 19–20 MPG | $3,270–$3,440 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,440–$3,630 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,440–$3,630 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 18–19 MPG | $3,440–$3,630 | First year |
What the 2015 MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$266
$3,190 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$5.32
Per 100 miles
$21.27
Five years
$15,950
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small SUV median
$200more a year
Class median $2,990 a year, MY2015
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Lincoln MKX MPG
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 20 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,110 to $3,190, $80 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,190 |
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,370 |
2014 Lincoln MKX MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,110–$3,380/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,050 to $3,110, $60 more.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,110 |
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,380 |
2013 Lincoln MKX MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,050–$3,370/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,050.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,050 |
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,370 |
2012 Lincoln MKX MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,050–$3,370/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,090 to $3,050, $40 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 26 | 21 | $3,050 |
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,370 |
2011 Lincoln MKX MPG
19–21 MPG · $3,090–$3,390/yr
Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration moves from 20 to 21 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,270 to $3,090, $180 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.7L 6-cyl | FWD | 19 | 25 | 21 | $3,090 |
| MKX 3.7L 6-cyl AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,390 |
2010 Lincoln MKX MPG
19–20 MPG · $3,270–$3,440/yr
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration moves from 19 to 20 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,440 to $3,270, $170 less.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 18 | 25 | 20 | $3,270 |
| MKX 3.5L 6-cyl AWD | 3.5L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
2009 Lincoln MKX MPG
18–19 MPG · $3,440–$3,630/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,440.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 17 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| MKX 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
2008 Lincoln MKX MPG
18–19 MPG · $3,440–$3,630/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 19 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,440.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $3,440 |
| MKX 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
2007 Lincoln MKX MPG
18–19 MPG · $3,440–$3,630/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MKX 3.5L 6-cyl FWD (Most efficient) | 3.5L 6-cyl | FWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,440 |
| MKX 3.5L 6-cyl 4WD | 3.5L 6-cyl | 4WD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,630 |
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD: $4,340 in California and $2,780 in Texas, a $1,560 difference.
- California $4,340
- Washington $4,020
- New York $3,190
- Florida $3,010
- Texas $2,780
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2015 small SUV models.
Generations
- 2007-2015 (U388)
- 2016-2018 (U540)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2007-2015 Lincoln MKX get?
EPA rates the 2007-2015 Lincoln MKX at 18–21 MPG combined across 18 configurations and 9 model years. The most efficient version, the 2014 MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD, is rated 21 MPG (18 city, 25 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2007-2015 Lincoln MKX?
The MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 21 MPG, in 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014. The lowest top rating, 19 MPG, was in 2007, 2008 and 2009.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2007-2015 Lincoln MKX?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Lincoln MKX per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,190 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $3,190–$3,370 a year. That is a $180 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2015 Lincoln MKX 100 miles?
About $21.27 per 100 miles for the MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $21.27 and $22.47 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2015 Lincoln MKX more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD is rated 18 city and 25 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2015 Lincoln MKX compare with other small SUV configurations?
The MKX 3.7L 6-cyl FWD costs about $3,190 a year to fuel, $200 more than the class median of $2,990, and less than 3 of 10 small SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 188 rated small SUV configurations for MY2015, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2015 Lincoln MKX different from the 2014 model?
The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 20 MPG, down 1. Its annual cost goes from $3,110 to $3,190, $80 more. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2015 against 2 configurations for 2014. See the 2014 Lincoln MKX for that year.