Lincoln stopped making the MKC after the 2019 model year.
Timeline: introduction to discontinuation
This timeline highlights the MKC's key milestones, from its debut to its end and its replacement in Lincoln's lineup.
- 2014: Lincoln unveiled the MKC as the 2015 model-year crossover at the Los Angeles Auto Show, aiming to compete in the compact luxury segment.
- 2015–2019: The MKC was sold as Lincoln's entry in the compact luxury crossover market, evolving with updates across its production run.
- 2019: Lincoln discontinued the MKC after the 2019 model year, with the Corsair introduced as its successor for the 2020 model year.
In summary, the MKC's production effectively ended with the 2019 model year, and Lincoln transitioned to the Corsair starting with 2020 models.
Replacement and current lineup
Following the MKC's discontinuation, Lincoln reorganized its small crossover offerings, introducing the Corsair as the next-generation compact crossover for the brand starting in 2020.
Corsair as the successor
The Lincoln Corsair replaced the MKC, offering updated styling, modern technology, and a refreshed design language to align with Lincoln's current lineup.
Summary
Lincoln ended MKC production after the 2019 model year and filled the gap with the Corsair for the 2020 model year, marking a shift in Lincoln's approach to its compact crossover lineup.