2019 Lincoln Continental vs. 2019 Lexus IS 350
In comparing the 2019 Lincoln Continental's and the 2019 Lexus IS 350's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and interior volume. The 2019 Lexus IS 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Lincoln Continental's and the 2019 Lexus IS 350's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Lexus IS 350 is a better car than the 2019 Lincoln Continental.
2019 Lincoln Continental vs. 2019 Lexus IS 350 Pricing
A used 2019 Lincoln Continental ranges from $21,957 to $43,477 while a used 2019 Lexus IS 350 is priced between $29,992 to $40,169.
2019 Lincoln Continental vs. 2019 Lexus IS 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Lincoln Continental loses 55 percent of its value and the 2019 Lexus IS 350 loses 38.3 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Lexus IS 350 retains 16.7 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Lincoln Continental.
2019 Lincoln Continental vs. 2019 Lexus IS 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln Continental is 8.5 out of 10 while the Lexus IS 350's quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln Continental being ranked 2 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Lexus IS 350 being ranked 1 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2019 Lincoln Continental vs. 2019 Lexus IS 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln Continental is 8.3 out of 10. For the Lexus IS 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus IS 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Continental.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Lincoln Continental’s base engine makes 305 horsepower, and the 2019 Lexus IS 350 base engine makes 311 horsepower. The Continental is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The IS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 487 miles. This gives the 2019 Lexus IS 350 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Lincoln Continental. The Continental uses regular unleaded, and the IS 350 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2019 Lincoln Continental, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2019 Lexus IS 350, a compact car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2019 Lincoln Continental and the 2019 Lexus IS 350 have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21957 - 43477
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.549895
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
29992 - 40169
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.38324
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.495448 / 10
Reliability:
8.286346 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus IS 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.332138 / 10
Reliability:
8.996416 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln Continental Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Lexus IS 350 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 36Ranking
1 out of / 30Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
1 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 36Ranking
3 out of / 30Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
5 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 30Ranking
22 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Base, Black Label, Livery, Reserve, Select
2019 Lexus IS 350 Trim Levels
Base
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:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
Horsepower:
311 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.087 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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
348 / 487 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
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:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
10.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
90.2 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:
3594 lbs
Width:
79.8 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
110.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18