BMW vs. Lincoln

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from BMW and Lincoln contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both BMW and Lincoln cars.

When comparing the BMW brand to the Lincoln brand, BMW has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, towing capacity and variety of models offered. Lincoln has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, depreciation, safety, retained value and vehicle rankings.

BMW versus Lincoln: Pricing and Value: Analyzing BMW versus Lincoln pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Lincoln in 4 out of 5 vehicle comparisons. Lincoln also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 3 out of 4 comparisons. Lincoln models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 3 out of 5 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Lincoln, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Lincoln the overall advantage over BMW.

BMW versus Lincoln: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: BMW vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 3 out of 5 model comparisons, with Lincoln offering more horsepower in 2 comparisons. BMW offers a greater towing capacity in 4 out of 5 comparisons.

BMW versus Lincoln: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Lincoln has better safety ratings in 2 out of 3 comparisons. Lincoln shows higher ratings for retained value in 3 out of 5 comparisons.

Available Body Styles: BMW offers 14 SUVs, 1 wagon, 15 sedans, 6 coupes, and 5 convertibles. In comparison, Lincoln offers only 7 SUVs.

Drivetrain Options: BMW offers 22 gasoline vehicles, 6 plug-in hybrids, and 4 electric vehicles. Lincoln offers 5 gasoline vehicles, 1 hybrid, and 1 plug-in hybrid.

BMW offers 26 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 14 rear-wheel-drive models. Lincoln offers 4 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model.