Last updated August 4, 2026
The Lincoln MKS lineup has three clear identities. The base is the comfort-first luxury sedan, with a quiet cabin and generous convenience features. Livery is the fleet-focused version built for executive and chauffeured transportation. EcoBoost is the performance branch, pairing stronger turbocharged power with standard all-wheel drive while preserving the MKS's relaxed luxury character.
The Base Model trim level, sold simply as base, is the core MKS: a quiet, comfort-focused full-size luxury sedan without the extra performance hardware.
Best for: Drivers who want the MKS cabin experience and smooth power without prioritizing quicker acceleration or standard AWD.
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The Special Editions trim level consists of Livery, the professional-car MKS created for fleet, executive, and chauffeured transportation.
Best for: Fleet operators or used-car shoppers seeking a formal luxury sedan with a professional transportation background.
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Compared with the Base Model, Livery shifts the same 305-hp, front-wheel-drive formula toward fleet and chauffeured service rather than adding performance.
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The Performance trim level is the EcoBoost model, a quicker, all-weather-focused MKS that keeps the lineup's quiet and comfortable character.
Best for: Drivers who want stronger passing power and the added traction of standard all-wheel drive.
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Compared with Livery, EcoBoost adds a twin-turbo V6 with 60 more horsepower and 70 more lb-ft of torque, plus standard all-wheel drive.
1 in stock| Feature | Base Model | Performance | Special Editions |
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| Includes | base5 in stock | EcoBoost1 in stock | Livery0 in stock |
| Main purpose | Comfort-focused luxury | Stronger performance and traction | Fleet and chauffeured service |
| Engine | 3.7-liter V6 | Twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 | 3.7-liter V6 |
| Horsepower | 305 hp | 365 hp | 305 hp |
| Torque | 280 lb-ft | 350 lb-ft | 280 lb-ft |
| Driven wheels | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| City/highway fuel economy | 17/26 mpg | 16/24 mpg | 17/26 mpg |
The main versions are the standard MKS and the EcoBoost. EcoBoost joined the range for 2010 and identifies the stronger turbocharged model. A fleet-focused Livery version also appears for 2016.
The standard MKS is the comfort-first version with a 3.7-liter V6. It delivers the model's roomy cabin and luxury equipment without the EcoBoost model's twin-turbo engine and standard all-wheel drive.
EcoBoost identifies the performance-focused MKS sold from 2010 onward. It has a twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 and standard all-wheel drive, giving it stronger acceleration while preserving the MKS's quiet, comfortable character.
The Livery is a fleet-oriented MKS offered for 2016. It was intended for executive transportation and chauffeured service, using the 3.7-liter V6 and the sedan's core comfort features rather than the EcoBoost performance setup.
The engine and drivetrain are the key differences. The standard MKS uses a naturally aspirated 3.7-liter V6 and may be front- or all-wheel drive. The EcoBoost has a 365-hp twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6 and standard all-wheel drive.
No. A standard MKS with all-wheel drive still uses the 3.7-liter V6. An EcoBoost combines all-wheel drive with the much stronger twin-turbo 3.5-liter V6, so the badge refers to the engine as well as the drivetrain package.
Not by design. The EcoBoost is the quicker MKS, but it remains a comfort-focused luxury sedan. On later models, both versions use Lincoln Drive Control with Comfort, Normal, and Sport settings.
The standard MKS is the straightforward fit for relaxed daily use. Its 3.7-liter V6 provides the core MKS experience, including a quiet cabin and strong comfort equipment, without making extra performance the priority.
The EcoBoost is the better fit. Its 365-hp twin-turbo V6 provides stronger acceleration, and all-wheel drive is standard for added traction on wet or snowy roads.
The Livery is the purpose-built match. Offered for 2016, it was aimed at professional and chauffeured transportation, with the 3.7-liter V6 and comfort-oriented equipment rather than the EcoBoost powertrain.
No. Heated and cooled front seats are part of the standard MKS formula, not an EcoBoost-only upgrade. Later standard, EcoBoost, and Livery versions all include them.
Not exactly. In 2016, the standard MKS and EcoBoost use SYNC 3 with an 8-inch touchscreen, apps, and two USB ports. The Livery has touchscreen infotainment with voice control and USB connectivity, but its equipment is described separately.