LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
1990–2020 · 52 trims available
At a Glance
CONTINENTAL OVERVIEW
Year Range
1990–2020
Total Configurations
52
Best MyCar Score
80.5 / 100
Price Range (Used)
$38,185–$75,470
Trim Levels
2020 CONFIGURATIONS
Showing 2020 trims. Select a year above for full details.
Trim Guide
UNDERSTANDING CONTINENTAL TRIMS
Averaged across all model years. Sorted entry-level to premium by price.
| Trim | Body | Avg MPG | Avg HP | Avg MSRP | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver Select | Sedan | 18 | 275 | $38,790 | 70 |
| Personal Security | Sedan | 18 | 275 | $39,775 | 70 |
| Luxury Appearance | Sedan | 18 | 275 | $39,895 | 70 |
| Base | Sedan | 19 | 261 | $44,458 | 70 |
| Premiere | Sedan | 20 | 305 | $45,860 | 75 |
| Select | Sedan | 20 | 305 | $49,525 | 71 |
| Reserve | Sedan | 21 | 335 | $58,070 | 74 |
| Black Label | Sedan | 21 | 346 | $68,553 | 73 |
| Executive | Sedan | 18 | 160 | N/A | 65 |
| Signature | Sedan | 18 | 155 | N/A | 65 |
Specs Summary
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM A CONTINENTAL
| Spec | Entry Level | Top Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $38,185 | $75,470 |
| MPG (combined) | 18 combined | 21 combined |
| Horsepower | 140 HP | 400 HP |
| Seating | 5 passengers | 6 passengers |
| Body Types | Sedan | Sedan |
Year-by-Year Analysis
BEST & WORST YEARS
Best Year
2018
Average MyCar Score: 75.6 · 2 avg recalls
Years to Watch
None flagged
All years score above average. Strong reliability across the board.
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