Lexus GS 350 vs. Lincoln Continental
In comparing the Lexus GS 350's and the Lincoln Continental's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GS 350 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Lexus GS 350's and the Lincoln Continental's specifications and ratings, the Lexus GS 350 is a better car than the Lincoln Continental.
Lexus GS 350 vs. Lincoln Continental Pricing
A used 2020 Lexus GS 350 ranges from $35,518 to $46,990 while a used 2020 Lincoln Continental is priced between $26,905 to $50,511.
Lexus GS 350 vs. Lincoln Continental Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lexus GS 350 loses 45.5 percent of its value and the Lincoln Continental loses 55 percent of its value. This means the Lexus GS 350 retains 9.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln Continental.
Lexus GS 350 vs. Lincoln Continental Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus GS 350 is 8.8 out of 10 while the Lincoln Continental's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Lexus GS 350 being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Lincoln Continental being ranked 2 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars.
Lexus GS 350 vs. Lincoln Continental Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lexus GS 350 is 9.0 out of 10. For the Lincoln Continental the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Lexus GS 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln Continental.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Lexus GS 350’s base engine makes 311 horsepower, and the Lincoln Continental base engine makes 305 horsepower. The GS 350 is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 452 miles. The Continental is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the Lexus GS 350 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lincoln Continental the advantage in maximum range. The GS 350 uses premium unleaded, and the Continental uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Lincoln Continental, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Lexus GS 350, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of rear head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Lincoln Continental has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
35518 - 46990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.455121
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26905 - 50511
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.549895
Lexus GS 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.811611 / 10
Reliability:
9.023222 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.495448 / 10
Reliability:
8.286346 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lexus GS 350 Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
22 out of / 29Lincoln 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 / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Lexus GS 350 Trim Levels
Base, F SPORT
Lincoln Continental Trim Levels
Black Label, Livery, Reserve, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
Not yet available
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:
311 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.080 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD / RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
331 / 452 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.0 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:
3891 lbs
Width:
72.4 inches
Height:
57.9 inches
Length:
192.1 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
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:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18