DecodedCars2017 Lincoln Continental
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- CONTINENTAL
- Engines
- 2.7L 6-cyl turbo, 3.7L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 305–400 hp
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 5
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 27 hwy
- Length
- 201.6 in
- Curb weight
- 4,224 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 31 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Lincoln Continental is a large car offered with 3 engines (2.7L 6-cyl turbo, 3.7L 6-cyl and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 202 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 118-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,224 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway), 6% worse than the 2017 large car average of 22.4 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Flat Rock, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2017 Continental configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONTINENTAL | 201.6 in | 75.2 in | 58.7 in | 117.7 in | 63.4 / 64.2 in | 4,224 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Continental FWD | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | -6% | $3,200 | 422 |
| Continental AWD | 2.7L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 25 / 20 | -11% | $3,350 | 453 |
| Continental FWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -11% | $3,350 | 440 |
| Continental AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -15% | $3,550 | 467 |
| Continental AWD | 3.7L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -15% | $3,550 | 467 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Lincoln Continental.
Similar 2017 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Lincoln Continental (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2017 BMW 5 Series | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2017 Audi A6 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2017 Lexus LS | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Tesla Model S | 335 mi | Not rated | 9 |
| 2017 Jaguar XJ | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (4)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Aug 26, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V644000 · 277,040 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2020 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental vehicles equipped with the 360-degree camera system. Degradation of the camera's anit-reflective lens coating can lead to a foggy or cloudy rearview camera image.
- Risk
- Lack of a clear rearview camera image can reduce the driver's visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S51.
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch · Feb 11, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V077000 · 27,609 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Lincoln Continental vehicles. The door latch pawl motors may not function properly, possibly resulting in a door latch not fully engaging.
- Risk
- A door latch that is not fully engaged may result in a door opening while driving, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the latch assemblies on all four doors, free of charge. The recall began October 14, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S03.
Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module · Feb 27, 2017
NHTSA campaign 17V123000 · 27,531 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles and 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles. In the event of a crash, the driver's frontal air bag may not fully inflate or the air bag cushion may detach from the air bag module. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- During deployment, if the air bag does not fully inflate or the cushion detaches, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
- Fix
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began June 16, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17C02.
Exterior Lighting › Headlights · Oct 12, 2016
NHTSA campaign 16V731000 · 1,827 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Lincoln Continental vehicles manufactured June 14, 2016, to September 23, 2016 and equipped with high intensity discharge (HID) headlights. The headlights may have been built with incorrect lenses, adversely affecting the turn signal visibility as well as not being properly marked. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
- Risk
- Reduced turn signal visibility to other drivers and pedestrians can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the headlights, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16C15.
Not every 2017 Lincoln Continental is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2017 Lincoln Continental buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 14 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Structure › Body — 14 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Latches/Locks/Linkages — 11 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 50,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Lincoln Continental. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Continental years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Continental | 21 | 201.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 7 |
| 2019 Continental | 21 | 201.6 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 33 |
| 2018 Continental | 21 | 201.6 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 21 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →