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2020 Lincoln Continental
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Review and specifications

2020 Lincoln Continental

Based on the accomplished Lincoln MKZ, the Continental is a high-tech flagship sedan. The base engine is a lackluster 3.7-liter V6. The 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6, however, packs a lot of punch. The top-level gets a 400-hp, 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6. Front-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive optional. The ride is very comfortable, and the cabin is super-quiet. Handling is responsive, but the car is intended to be a relaxed cruiser. The cabin is nicely finished and very roomy, particularly in the back. The standard front seats look unusual and compromise support. We're no fans of the push-button gear selector and the electronic buttons that are used instead of an interior door handle.

Market value
$20,138
Fuel
Conventional
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2020
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated June 4, 2026

At a glance

Model data

Overview

Powertrain
Conventional
Body style
sedan
Drive type
AWD
Transmission
Automatic, 6-speed
Category
Luxury midsized cars
Generation began
2017

Pricing

Current retail median
$20,138
Retail value range
$16,775 - $22,850
Original MSRP range
$46,305 - $75,470
Trade-in range
$13,380 - $20,285

Ratings

Road test score
83/100

Fuel economy

EPA city
17 MPG
EPA highway
25 MPG
EPA combined
20 MPG
Tested city
12 MPG
Tested highway
32 MPG
Tested overall
20 MPG
Annual fuel cost
$1,945
Cruising range
360 miles

Road tests

0-30 mph
2.5 sec
0-60 mph
6.6 sec
60-0 mph braking
127 ft
Avoidance speed
51.5 mph
Test status
Test Completed

Dimensions

Length
201 in
Width
78 in
Height
59 in
Wheelbase
118 in
Weight
4,540 lb
Maximum load
900 lb
Towing capacity
1,000 lb

Interior

Seating
5 people
Front head room
5 in
Front leg room
41.5 in
Rear head room
3 in
Rear leg room
32.5 in
Luggage
2+2+0

Environmental impact

Air pollution score
5/10
Greenhouse gas score
4/10
SmartWay
No

Brand context

About Lincoln

<p>Lincoln is Ford’s luxury brand, and most Lincoln models are fancier, quieter versions of existing Ford SUVs. The Lincoln Navigator, for example, is closely based on the Ford Expedition. The Lincoln Corsair, Nautilus, and Aviator make greater departures from their Ford siblings. Some models are available as hybrids or plug-in hybrids. Lincoln SUVs tend to come with standard leather seating surfaces, large screens, and generous sound deadening. That interior high-quality paired with lively powertrains have contributed to some models earning a Consumer Reports’ recommendation. Lincoln stopped building sedans when it discontinued the Continental and MKZ in 2020. As a brand, for new and used car reliability, road-test scores, and owner satisfaction ratings, Lincoln tends to be average. However, Lincoln's maintenance and repair costs are lower than almost all other brands.</p>

Vehicle ID: 15644 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: June 4, 2026

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