Lincoln MKS Towing Capacity (2012 - 2016)

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Lincoln MKS Towing Capacity Overview

The Lincoln MKS towing capacity of 1,000 lbs across all years and trims.

Various factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain do not significantly affect the towing capacity of the Lincoln MKS.

Lincoln MKS Towing Capacities
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
20161,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTAWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto305 HP / 280 ft/lbs
2016EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift365 HP / 350 ft/lbs
20161,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTFWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto305 HP / 280 ft/lbs
20151,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTAWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto305 HP / 280 ft/lbs
2015EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift365 HP / 350 ft/lbs
20151,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTFWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto305 HP / 280 ft/lbs
20141,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTAWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto304 HP / 279 ft/lbs
2014EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift365 HP / 350 ft/lbs
20141,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTFWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto304 HP / 279 ft/lbs
20131,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift304 HP / 279 ft/lbs
20131,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift304 HP / 279 ft/lbs
2013EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift365 HP / 350 ft/lbs
20121,000 lbs3.7L V6 24-Valve DuratecFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift273 HP / 270 ft/lbs
20121,000 lbs3.7L V6 24-Valve DuratecAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift273 HP / 270 ft/lbs
2012EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 24-Valve TWIN EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift355 HP / 350 ft/lbs
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Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

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All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

2016 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacity Data

The 2016 Lincoln MKS towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2016 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTAWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto305 HP / 280 ft/lbs
EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift365 HP / 350 ft/lbs
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTFWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto305 HP / 280 ft/lbs
  • a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
  • a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
  • a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2015 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacity Data

The 2015 Lincoln MKS towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2015 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTAWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto305 HP / 280 ft/lbs
EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift365 HP / 350 ft/lbs
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTFWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto305 HP / 280 ft/lbs

2014 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacity Data

The 2014 Lincoln MKS towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2014 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTAWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto304 HP / 279 ft/lbs
EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift365 HP / 350 ft/lbs
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTFWD / 6 Spd Selectshift Auto304 HP / 279 ft/lbs

2013 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacity Data

The 2013 Lincoln MKS towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2013 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift304 HP / 279 ft/lbs
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 TI-VCTAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift304 HP / 279 ft/lbs
EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift365 HP / 350 ft/lbs

2012 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacity Data

The 2012 Lincoln MKS towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2012 Lincoln MKS Towing Capacities
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 24-Valve DuratecFWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift273 HP / 270 ft/lbs
1,000 lbs3.7L V6 24-Valve DuratecAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift273 HP / 270 ft/lbs
EcoBoost1,000 lbs3.5L V6 24-Valve TWIN EcoboostAWD / 6 Spd Auto W/Selectshift355 HP / 350 ft/lbs

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