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Lincoln MKS vs. Lincoln Continental

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lincoln MKS and 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 Lincoln MKS and the Lincoln Continental.

When we compare the Lincoln MKS's and the Lincoln Continental's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln MKS has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Lincoln Continental has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Lincoln MKS and Lincoln Continental have the same fuel efficiency base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln MKS's and the Lincoln Continental's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Pricing: A used 2016 Lincoln MKS ranges from $8,295 to $21,458 while a used 2020 Lincoln Continental is priced between $25,897 to $45,987.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Lincoln MKS and the Lincoln Continental makes 305 horsepower. The MKS is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Continental is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles.This gives the Lincoln Continental the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Lincoln MKS the advantage in maximum range. The MKS uses gasoline, and the Continental uses regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Lincoln Continental has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and rear leg room. The Lincoln MKS has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.

Safety Ratings: The Lincoln Continental has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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Model & Pricing
Lincoln MKS
Lincoln Continental

2016 Lincoln MKS
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2020 Lincoln Continental
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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$39,010

Category Avg Starting MSRP:

N/A

Category Starting MSRP Range:

N/A

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

$46,305

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)

$87,679

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)

$46,305 - $138,600

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$15,301

Price Range:

$8,295 - $21,458

Category Avg Price:

N/A

Category Avg Price Range:

N/A

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

6

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

79,337

# Good or Great Deals:

1

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

$36,090

Price Range:

$25,897 - $45,987

Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)

$59,916

Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)

$31,809 - $111,938

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

79

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

44,484

# Good or Great Deals:

23

Lincoln MKS Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

Lincoln Continental Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.2 / 10

Reliability:

7.6 / 10

Retained Value:

7.1 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln MKS

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

5.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:

N/A

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:

N/A

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

38.2%

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln Continental

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

9.1

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)

7.2

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)

3.7 - 10.7

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

3.6%



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

1.1

Typical Category Recalls:

N/A

Category Range for Recalls:

N/A

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

2

Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)

2

Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)

0.6 - 36

Lincoln MKS Rankings

Not yet available

Lincoln Continental Rankings

Best Luxury Large Cars

3 / 24

Most Comfortable Luxury Large Cars

4 / 24

Luxury Large Cars with the Most Legroom

5 / 24

Luxury Large Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 24

Most Reliable Luxury Large Cars

9 / 24

Best Luxury Large Cars for Tall People

13 / 24

Luxury Large Cars with the Most Horsepower

16 / 24

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Lincoln MKS Trim Levels

Base, EcoBoost

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:

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

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 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

2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2024 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):

0.073 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):

323 / 494 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

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

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

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

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Apple CarPlay:

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

Power Lift Gate:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

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:

Standard

Automatic Parking:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Captain's seat:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Massage Seats:

Available

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Power Lift Gate:

Available

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Roof Rack:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Available

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

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.7 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.9 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.5 inches

Rear Leg Room:

38.6 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

57.4 inches

Cargo Space:

19.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

105.8 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:

4204 lbs

Width:

85.5 inches

Height:

61.6 inches

Length:

205.6 inches

Wheelbase:

112.9 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:

19.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P255/45R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/50R18

Exterior Colors

Beige

Platinum Dune Metallic Tri-Coat

Black

Black Velvet

Brown

Bronze Fire Metallic Tri-Coat / Java

Gray

Guard / Luxe / Magnetic

Red

Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

Silver

Ingot Silver

White

White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat

Blue

Not available

Exterior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Infinite Black

Brown

Not available

Gray

Iced Mocha / Magnetic Gray

Red

Burgundy Velvet / Red Carpet

Silver

Silver Radiance

White

Ceramic Pearl / Pristine White

Blue

Blue Diamond

Interior Colors

Beige

Light Dune

Black

Charcoal Black

Brown

Hazelnut

Interior Colors

Beige

Not available

Black

Ebony

Brown

Cappuccino

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