Lincoln MKZ towing capacity
The 2018 Lincoln MKZ is rated for 1,000 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). The source gives one figure for it.
Source documents last retrieved October 3, 2026.
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2018 Lincoln MKZ
| Engine | Hitch type not stated |
|---|---|
| Turbocharged 2.0L I4 | 1,000 lbs |
| Twin-Turbocharged 3.0L V6 | 1,000 lbs |
All 4 2018 MKZ configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2018 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
2017 Lincoln MKZ
| Engine | Hitch type not stated |
|---|---|
| 2.0L GTDI I4 | 1,000 lbs |
| 3.0L GTDI V6 | 1,000 lbs |
All 4 2017 MKZ configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2017 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
2016 Lincoln MKZ
| Engine | Hitch type not stated |
|---|---|
| 2.0L I4 EcoBoost® | 1,000 lbs |
| 3.7L V6 | 1,000 lbs |
All 4 2016 MKZ configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2016 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
2015 Lincoln MKZ
| Engine | Hitch type not stated |
|---|---|
| 2.0L I4 EcoBoost® | 1,000 lbs |
| 3.7L V6 | 1,000 lbs |
All 4 2015 MKZ configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment
Source: 2015 RV & Trailer Towing Guide
Common questions
How has the Lincoln MKZ's towing capacity changed by year?
Highest published rating by model year: 2018: 1,000 lbs; 2017: 1,000 lbs; 2016: 1,000 lbs; 2015: 1,000 lbs.
What hitch are the Lincoln MKZ ratings for?
For some years the manufacturer's document gives a trailer weight without naming a hitch type. We show those as "Hitch type not stated" and do not assume one.