2016 Lincoln MKX Oil Type & Capacity
The 2016 Lincoln MKX oil type depends on the engine: the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 2.7L takes 5W-30 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter); the 3.7L takes 5W-20 (6.0 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 2.7L: 5W-30, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
- 3.7L: 5W-20, 6.0 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 2.7L — 2.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-30 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.7L — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.7L — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.7L — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.7L — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.7L — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.7L — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.7L — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
| 3.7L — 3.7L Eng | MOTORCRAFT SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend or Full Synthetic Motor Oil, or equivalent | 6.00 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your MKX
2016 Lincoln MKX factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
10.6 quarts (10.03 L) — MOTORCRAFT Orange Antifreeze/Coolant Prediluted. Add the coolant type originally equipped in the vehicle. Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity. Some applications may vary.
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2016 Lincoln MKX take?
It depends on the engine: 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 2.7L uses 5W-30; 3.7L uses 5W-20; 3.7L uses 5W-20; 3.7L uses 5W-20; 3.7L uses 5W-20; 3.7L uses 5W-20; 3.7L uses 5W-20; 3.7L uses 5W-20; 3.7L uses 5W-20.
How much oil does a 2016 Lincoln MKX take?
Capacity depends on the engine: 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 2.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter; 3.7L holds 6.0 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2016 Lincoln MKX?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2016 Lincoln MKX. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.