Lincoln MKS Model Years and History

The Lincoln MKS carries into 2016 with no big changes.

The 2015 Lincoln MKS is essentially the same as the 2014 model.

The 2014 Lincoln MKS is mostly unchanged from last year's model. There are some mild revisions to the base 3.7L V6, giving the car a small bump in horsepower. The optional rear view camera is now standard.

The Lincoln MKS has been extensively refreshed for 2013, with an updated exterior design, more engine power, improved fuel economy, a quieter interior, a new instrument panel and newly available accident avoidance systems. Additionally, the Lincoln MKS gets much-improved ride-and-handling sophistication, thanks to a new Continuously Controlled Damping (CCD) system and Lincoln Drive Control interface, with modes that let the driver fine-tune aspects like ride firmness, steering feel and throttle response.

The 2012 Lincoln MKS is virtually unchanged from the 2011, save a few colors that have come and gone. Bordeaux Reserve Red, Kona Blue and Ingot Silver are out. Crystal Champagne, Tuxedo Black and Silver Diamond are new.

For 2011, Lincoln's LINCOLN MKS continues mostly unchanged. The available voice-activated navigation system is now paired with HD Radio, and Ford's MyKey system is also now available. In addition, a new Pull-Drift Compensation system monitors steering input and helps to compensate by automatically adjusting for both high winds and uneven road surfaces.

The Lincoln MKS was new for 2009, so the 2010 model received little more than a freshening, design-wise. The big news for 2010 is the available EcoBoost engine paired with an all-wheel drive system, which delivers V8 power out of a V6 engine, according to Lincoln. Active parallel parking assist, a collision warning system, and a major upgrade to the voice-activated Microsoft SYNC system are all new options for 2010.

The Lincoln MKS is an entirely new large luxury sedan for 2009, filling the void in Lincoln's lineup created by the LS's discontinuation following the 2006 model year. The Lincoln MKS has more of an emphasis on style and design than the LS, including new and more distinctive interior materials. It also makes available several new high-technology features and options.