The 2017 Lincoln MKC will definitely be one of the most interesting luxury crossovers in market. Its compact size promises huge interest for it. Also, it is still very fresh model, which was launched in 2014, as 2015 year model. It was very well accepted so, it will surely continue to increase numbers, when it is about units sold. Since it is still very fresh model, both in terms of styling and technologies, some bigger changes for 2017 Lincoln MKC are not expected. We will see pretty much the same crossover, which could eventually come with some smaller tweaks.
2017 Lincoln MKC specs
As it was already mentioned, 2017 Lincoln MKC isn’t expected to feature some bigger novelties. It is just about two years old. When it is about some base characteristics, we should mention that this compact luxury crossover rides on the Ford’s Global C platforms, which is also used for some other crossovers such as Kuga or Escape. In terms of styling, this model completely follows newest design language of the brand, and changes are not expected, even some smaller tweaks doesn’t look so possible. Same thing is expected with exterior of 2017 Lincoln MKC. It features modern cabin, which is spacious, stylish and also equipped with plenty of technologies. Compared to current model, we could only see some new standard features, but nothing more than that.
2017 Lincoln MKC engines
There is really no reason for modifications under the hood. This great crossover is powered with two latest-generation EcoBoost engine, which are small but extremely efficient. Base model will be powered by 2.0 liter unit, which provides 240 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. Optional engine is also a four-cylinder unit. However, don’t be fooled, it is a new engine, which has its premiere in new Mustang. This engine offers more power than most of V6 units. It is good enough for 285 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The biggest change that is expected for 2017 MKC is about transmission. It is expected that current 6-speed automatic will be replaced by company’s new 9-speed automatic. This is still unconfirmed, but looks very likely, according to various reports.
2017 Lincoln MKC release data and price
The 2017 Lincoln MKC will come somewhere later this year. Exact date is still unknown. Although it will probably get new transmission, changes in price are not expected, which means starting price of around 33.000 dollars.