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Lincoln MKS vs Volvo S60 Cross Country

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2016 Lincoln MKS

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2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country

Overview

SpecLincoln MKSBaseVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
Selected trimBaseT5 Platinum
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20162018

Pricing & market

SpecLincoln MKSBaseVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
MSRP$39,010 (best)$44,350
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecLincoln MKSBaseVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
Combined MPG20 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG17 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)17.8 gal

Performance

SpecLincoln MKSBaseVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
Horsepower305 hp (best)240 hp
Torque280 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size3.7 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecLincoln MKSBaseVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume19.2 cu ft (best)12 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,204 lbs3,852 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in (best)
Wheelbase112.9 in (best)109.2 in
Length205.6 in (best)182.6 in
Width75.9 in (best)74.8 in
Height61.6 in (best)60.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecLincoln MKSBaseVolvo S60 Cross CountryT5 Platinum
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimLincoln MKSVolvo S60 Cross Country
1

Base

$39,010 MSRP(Currently comparing)

T5 Platinum

$44,350 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Base

$41,005 MSRP

3

EcoBoost

$46,000 MSRP

Lincoln MKS vs Volvo S60 Cross Country FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Lincoln MKS or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Lincoln MKS vs 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2016 Lincoln MKS or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2016 Lincoln MKS starts lower at $39,010.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 Lincoln MKS or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
The 2016 Lincoln MKS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,010).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Lincoln MKS or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
The 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Lincoln MKS or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
The 2016 Lincoln MKS leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 Lincoln MKS or 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
The 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2016 Lincoln MKS vs 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Lincoln MKS (5/5 NHTSA overall).