2017 Lincoln Continental vs. 2018 Lincoln Continental
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2017 Lincoln Continental and 2018 Lincoln Continental contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2017 Lincoln Continental and the 2018 Lincoln Continental.
When comparing the 2017 Lincoln Continental's and the 2018 Lincoln Continental's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2017 Lincoln Continental and 2018 Lincoln Continental have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Lincoln Continental's and the 2018 Lincoln Continental's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Lincoln Continental is a better car than the 2018 Lincoln Continental.
Pricing: A used 2017 Lincoln Continental ranges from $12,948 to $28,257 while a used 2018 Lincoln Continental is priced between $13,999 to $32,601.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2017 Lincoln Continental and the 2018 Lincoln Continental both lose 56.4 percent of their value.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Continental is 7.6 out of 10.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Continental is 7.5 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2017 Lincoln Continental and the 2018 Lincoln Continental makes 305 horsepower. Both the Continental and the Continental are rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings: The Lincoln Continental has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
44720
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
78706
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
32065 - 131400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
45160
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
79743
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
29565 - 133300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
20236
Price Range:
12948 - 28257
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
31912
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
16129 - 66574
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
120
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
81753
# Good or Great Deals:
35
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
23120
Price Range:
13999 - 32601
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
37066
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
18272 - 76373
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
66
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
79748
# Good or Great Deals:
17
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2017 Lincoln Continental
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
2.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
4.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.1 - 8.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.071
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Lincoln Continental
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
5.0
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.2 - 9.1
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.071
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.346549084676163
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.6 - 24.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.798797628389441
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
2.0
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.5 - 82.7
Lincoln Continental Rankings
Not yet available
Lincoln Continental Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Premiere, Reserve, Select
2018 Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Black Label, Premiere, Premiere Livery, Reserve, Select
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4224 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
201.4 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4224 lbs
Width:
82.3 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
201.4 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Velvet
Blue
Midnight Sapphire Blue Metallic
Gold
Palladium White Gold Metallic
Gray
Magnetic Gray Metallic
Green
Jade Green Metallic
Red
Burgundy Velvet Tinted Clearcoat / Ruby Red Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
White Platinum Tri-Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Velvet
Blue
Blue Diamond
Gold
Not available
Gray
Iced Mocha / Magnetic Gray
Green
Not available
Red
Burgundy Velvet Tinted Clearcoat / Ruby Red Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
Ivory Pearl / White Platinum Tri-Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Brown
Cappucino
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Brown
Cappuccino
