Lincoln Continental
2017–2020 model years · Generation introduced 2017
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- Available years
- 2017–2020
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $11,963–$21,100
The overview
Based on the accomplished Lincoln MKZ, the Continental is a high-tech flagship sedan. The base engine is a lackluster 3.7-liter V6. The 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6, however, packs a lot of punch. The top-level gets a 400-hp, 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6. Front-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive optional. The ride is very comfortable, and the cabin is super-quiet. Handling is responsive, but the car is intended to be a relaxed cruiser. The cabin is nicely finished and very roomy, particularly in the back. The standard front seats look unusual and compromise support. We're no fans of the push-button gear selector and the electronic buttons that are used instead of an interior door handle.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
Compare the years
Each row keeps its own source data.
| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 ↗ Reserve sedan AWD 2.7-liter V6 (335 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $21,100 | Not rated | Not rated | 20 MPG |
| 2019 ↗ Select sedan AWD 2.7-liter V6 (335 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $16,925 | 3/5 | Not rated | 20 MPG |
| 2018 ↗ Select sedan AWD 2.7-liter V6 (335 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $14,788 | 3/5 | 3/5 | 20 MPG |
| 2017 ↗ Select sedan AWD 2.7-liter V6 (335 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed | $11,963 | Not rated | 4/5 | 20 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2020 model
Reserve sedan AWD 2.7-liter V6 (335 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2020 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $21,100
- Retail value range
- $17,325 - $23,675
- Original MSRP range
- $46,305 - $75,470
- Trade-in range
- $14,205 - $21,285
Ratings
- Road test score
- 83/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 25 MPG
- EPA combined
- 20 MPG
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,390
- Cruising range
- 360 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.5 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 201 in
- Width
- 78 in
- Height
- 59 in
- Wheelbase
- 118 in
- Weight
- 4,540 lb
- Maximum load
- 900 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 32.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 15644 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2019 model
Select sedan AWD 2.7-liter V6 (335 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2019 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $16,925
- Retail value range
- $13,650 - $20,125
- Original MSRP range
- $46,145 - $72,045
- Trade-in range
- $10,165 - $17,460
Ratings
- Road test score
- 83/100
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 25 MPG
- EPA combined
- 20 MPG
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,390
- Cruising range
- 360 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.5 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 201 in
- Width
- 78 in
- Height
- 59 in
- Wheelbase
- 118 in
- Weight
- 4,540 lb
- Maximum load
- 900 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 32.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 13466 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2018 model
Select sedan AWD 2.7-liter V6 (335 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2018 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $14,788
- Retail value range
- $11,400 - $17,225
- Original MSRP range
- $45,160 - $67,415
- Trade-in range
- $7,975 - $13,985
Ratings
- Road test score
- 83/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 3/5
- Would buy again
- 58%
- Reliability
- 3/5
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 25 MPG
- EPA combined
- 20 MPG
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,390
- Cruising range
- 360 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.5 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 201 in
- Width
- 78 in
- Height
- 59 in
- Wheelbase
- 118 in
- Weight
- 4,540 lb
- Maximum load
- 900 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 32.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 4/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 4/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 5/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 11683 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2017 model
Select sedan AWD 2.7-liter V6 (335 hp) turbo (Regular Gasoline) Automatic 6-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2017 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2017
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $11,963
- Retail value range
- $8,800 - $14,775
- Original MSRP range
- $44,720 - $65,075
- Trade-in range
- $5,490 - $11,385
Ratings
- Road test score
- 83/100
- Owner satisfaction
- 4/5
- Would buy again
- 72%
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 17 MPG
- EPA highway
- 25 MPG
- EPA combined
- 20 MPG
- Tested city
- 12 MPG
- Tested highway
- 32 MPG
- Tested overall
- 20 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,390
- Cruising range
- 360 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 2.5 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 6.6 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 127 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 51.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 201 in
- Width
- 78 in
- Height
- 59 in
- Wheelbase
- 118 in
- Weight
- 4,540 lb
- Maximum load
- 900 lb
- Towing capacity
- 1,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 5 in
- Front leg room
- 41.5 in
- Rear head room
- 3 in
- Rear leg room
- 32.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Owner feedback
- Comfort
- 5/5
- Driving
- 5/5
- Styling
- 5/5
- Value
- 4/5
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 7/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 4/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 3017 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
