Compare 2017 Lincoln Continental specifications by trim levels
Continental is a 5-seat Sedan from Lincoln, which first hit the market back in 2001.
With the price tag ranging from $44,560 to $64,915, the Lincoln Continental faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Acura RLX, BMW 750.
The Lincoln Continental has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
Key Specs of 2017 Lincoln Continental
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Fuel Tank: 19 gal
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0-60 mph: 5.8 sec
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Engine: 3.7L V-6
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Towing capacity: 1000 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
2017 Lincoln Continental Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Lincoln Continental is offered in 8 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Lincoln Continental safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Lincoln Continental specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Sedan
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 3.7L V-6,2.7L V-6 DOHC
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Horsepower 305 hp @ 1949 –
335 hp @ 1937 -
Torque 280 lb-ft. @ 4,000 –
380 lb-ft. @ 3,500 -
Transmission 6-spd w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 5 - 5.8 sec
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1/4 mile time 13.5 - 14 sec
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CAPACITY
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 19 gal
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 48/50,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
Premiere 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premiere 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Horsepower | |||
305 hp | 305 hp | 305 hp | 305 hp |
Torque | |||
280 lb-ft. | 280 lb-ft. | 280 lb-ft. | 280 lb-ft. |
Reserve 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Horsepower | |||
335 hp | 335 hp | 335 hp | 335 hp |
Torque | |||
380 lb-ft. | 380 lb-ft. | 380 lb-ft. | 380 lb-ft. |
Interior Features 
Premiere 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premiere 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | |||
dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
Clock | |||
in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
12V DC power outlet | |||
3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Overhead console | |||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
analog | analog | analog | analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |||
auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
Remote trunk release | |||
power | power | proximity | proximity |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |||
leather | leather | leather/genuine wood | leather/genuine wood |
Reserve 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Air conditioning, front | |||
dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
Clock | |||
in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
Cupholders | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
12V DC power outlet | |||
3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Overhead console | |||
mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
Floor console | |||
full | full | full | full |
Floor mats | |||
carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
Front windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
Rear windows | |||
power | power | power | power |
1-touch window up | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
1-touch window down | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Instrumentation | |||
analog | analog | analog | analog |
Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Rear view mirror | |||
auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night | auto-dimming day-night |
Remote trunk release | |||
proximity | proximity | proximity | proximity |
Seatback storage pockets | |||
2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Steering wheel material | |||
leather/genuine wood | leather/genuine wood | leather/genuine wood | leather/genuine wood |
Air conditioning, rear | |||
with separate controls | with separate controls | with separate controls | with separate controls |
Exterior Features 
Premiere 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premiere 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Antenna | |||
window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
Body material | |||
composite/galvanized steel | composite/galvanized steel | composite/galvanized steel | composite/galvanized steel |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | front | front |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
trunk | trunk | power open and close trunk | power open and close trunk |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |||
regular | regular | – | – |
Wheels | |||
18 painted aluminum | 18 painted aluminum | 19 chrome aluminum | 19 chrome aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Mirrors, auto dimming | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver |
Bodyside insert | |||
chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
Reserve 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Antenna | |||
window grid | window grid | window grid | window grid |
Body material | |||
composite/galvanized steel | composite/galvanized steel | composite/galvanized steel | composite/galvanized steel |
Paint | |||
clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
Grille trim | |||
chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
Fog/driving lights | |||
front | front | front | front |
Door count | |||
4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Rear cargo door | |||
power open and close trunk | power open and close trunk | power open and close trunk | power open and close trunk |
Tinted windows | |||
light | light | light | light |
Rear window type | |||
fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
Mirrors | |||
dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
Sunroof | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Wheels | |||
19 polished w/painted accents aluminum | 19 polished w/painted accents aluminum | 20 polished aluminum | 20 polished aluminum |
Spare tire and wheel | |||
compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
Mirrors, auto dimming | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver |
Bodyside insert | |||
chrome | chrome | chrome | chrome |
Seats 
Premiere 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premiere 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power | 8-way power |
Lumbar support | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Memory | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear armrest | |||
with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru |
Rear head restraints | |||
2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
leather | leather | leather | leather |
Cooled front seats | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – | – |
Reserve 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Front seat type | |||
bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
Standard seating | |||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Front driver seat direction controls | |||
10-way power | 10-way power | 10-way power | 10-way power |
Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
10-way power | 10-way power | 10-way power | 10-way power |
Lumbar support | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Front armrests | |||
center | center | center | center |
Front head restraints | |||
adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt | adjustable w/tilt |
Heated front seats | |||
driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback |
Memory | |||
driver | driver | driver | driver |
Rear seats | |||
60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
Rear armrest | |||
with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru | with pass-thru |
Rear head restraints | |||
2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable | 2 - adjustable |
Seat trim | |||
leather | leather | leather | leather |
Cooled front seats | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Entertainment System 
Premiere 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premiere 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Radio | |||
SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player | |||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |||
10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Amplifier | |||
210W | 210W | 210W | 210W |
Navigation system | |||
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – | – |
1st row LCD screen | |||
3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Reserve 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Radio | |||
SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
CD player | |||
in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single | in-dash mounted single |
Speakers | |||
10 | 10 | 19 Revel | 19 Revel |
Amplifier | |||
210W | 210W | 210W premium | 210W premium |
Navigation system | |||
yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation |
1st row LCD screen | |||
3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Safety and Security Features 
Premiere 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premiere 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
Safety Canopy System | Safety Canopy System | Safety Canopy System | Safety Canopy System |
Traction control | |||
driveline | driveline | driveline | driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
high intensity low/high beam | high intensity low/high beam | high intensity low/high beam | high intensity low/high beam |
Exterior light control | |||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable | |||
SecuriLock | SecuriLock | SecuriLock | SecuriLock |
Airbags, knee protection | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
SYNC 3 911 Assist | SYNC 3 911 Assist | SYNC 3 911 Assist | SYNC 3 911 Assist |
Reserve 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Airbags, frontal | |||
driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
Airbags, side impact | |||
seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
Airbags, side curtain | |||
Safety Canopy System | Safety Canopy System | Safety Canopy System | Safety Canopy System |
Traction control | |||
driveline | driveline | driveline | driveline |
Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
front | front | front | front |
Headlights | |||
high intensity low/high beam | high intensity low/high beam | LED low/high beam | LED low/high beam |
Exterior light control | |||
fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
Remote keyless entry | |||
keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) |
Door locks | |||
power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
Ignition disable | |||
SecuriLock | SecuriLock | SecuriLock | SecuriLock |
Airbags, knee protection | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
In-Vehicle Assistance Service | |||
SYNC 3 911 Assist | SYNC 3 911 Assist | SYNC 3 911 Assist | SYNC 3 911 Assist |
Mechanical Features 
Premiere 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premiere 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Engine | |||
3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 | 3.7L V-6 |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | all-wheel drive | front-wheel | all-wheel drive |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Electronic stability system | |||
AdvanceTrac | AdvanceTrac | AdvanceTrac | AdvanceTrac |
Sequential shift control | |||
SelectShift | SelectShift | SelectShift | SelectShift |
Transmission | |||
6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
3.16 | 3.39 | 3.16 | 3.39 |
Turbocharger | |||
twin turbo | twin turbo | – | – |
Reserve 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Engine | |||
2.7L V-6 | 2.7L V-6 | 2.7L V-6 | 2.7L V-6 |
Brakes | |||
4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
Drive type | |||
front-wheel | all-wheel drive | front-wheel | all-wheel drive |
Exhaust | |||
stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
Steering | |||
rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
Suspension tuning | |||
regular | regular | regular | regular |
Front suspension type | |||
strut | strut | strut | strut |
Front shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Front springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Rear suspension type | |||
multi-link | multi-link | multi-link | multi-link |
Rear shocks | |||
gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
Rear springs | |||
coil | coil | coil | coil |
Electronic stability system | |||
AdvanceTrac | AdvanceTrac | AdvanceTrac | AdvanceTrac |
Sequential shift control | |||
SelectShift | SelectShift | SelectShift | SelectShift |
Transmission | |||
6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD | 6-spd w/OD |
Axle ratio | |||
2.77 | 3.16 | 2.77 | 3.16 |
Turbocharger | |||
twin turbo | twin turbo | twin turbo | twin turbo |
Other Specs 
Premiere 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Premiere 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Select 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Base engine size | |||
3.7 liters | 3.7 liters | 3.7 liters | 3.7 liters |
Base engine type | |||
V-6 | V-6 | V-6 | V-6 |
Horsepower rpm | |||
6,500 | 6,500 | 6,500 | 6,500 |
Torque rpm | |||
4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 |
Fuel tank capacity | |||
19.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |||
front | front | front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 |
Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | |||
24/24,000 | 24/24,000 | 24/24,000 | 24/24,000 |
Tires | |||
PR18.0 BSW AS | PR18.0 BSW AS | PR19.0 BSW AS | PR19.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
Reserve 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Reserve 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr Front-wheel Drive Sedan |
Black Label 4dr All-wheel Drive Sedan |
Base engine size | |||
2.7 liters | 2.7 liters | 2.7 liters | 2.7 liters |
Base engine type | |||
V-6 | V-6 | V-6 | V-6 |
Horsepower rpm | |||
5,700 | 5,700 | 5,700 | 5,700 |
Torque rpm | |||
3,500 | 3,500 | 3,500 | 3,500 |
Fuel tank capacity | |||
19.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
Lighting - map lights | |||
front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
Lighting - dome light | |||
fade | fade | fade | fade |
Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
Height adjustable safety belts | |||
front | front | front | front |
Engine - valvetrain | |||
DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 |
Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited | 60/unlimited |
Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 | 72/70,000 |
Warranty - Maintenance (mths/miles) | |||
24/24,000 | 24/24,000 | 48/50,000 | 48/50,000 |
Tires | |||
PR19.0 BSW AS | PR19.0 BSW AS | PR20.0 BSW AS | PR20.0 BSW AS |
Windshield wipers - front | |||
variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |