Lincoln MKX towing capacity by year
The Lincoln MKX has tow data across 11 model years, from 2007 through 2017. The most recent 2017 Lincoln MKX carries a maximum tow rating of 3,500 lb.
Pick a year below to open the full Lincoln MKX page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.
Lincoln MKX max tow rating, last 5 model years
Year-over-year max tow rating for the Lincoln MKX, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.
Recent Lincoln MKX years (2013–2017)
Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 Lincoln MKX | 4 | 3,500 |
| 2016 Lincoln MKX | 4 | 3,500 |
| 2015 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
| 2014 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
| 2013 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
Older Lincoln MKX years (2007–2012)
Earlier model years for the Lincoln MKX, going back to 2007. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.
| Year | Trims on file | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
| 2011 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
| 2010 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
| 2009 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
| 2008 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
| 2007 Lincoln MKX | 1 | 3,500 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.