Lincoln Continental

Fuel economy, running costs and specs by model year

The Lincoln Continental appears in this database in 4 model years, from 2017 to 2020, offered with gasoline power. Combined economy ranges from 19 to 21 MPG across those years, with annual fuel costs of $3,100 to $3,400 at 15,000 miles.

Fuel economy by year

How it compares

Against the average large cars in this dataset (about 29 MPG), the Continental sits roughly 9 MPG below that mark on average, making it a thirstier-than-average choice for its class.

Five-year fuel cost

Fuelling a Continental for five years at the EPA's 15,000-mile basis costs roughly $15,500 to $17,000, averaging about $16,250 across the versions here. That is the energy bill alone — it excludes insurance, maintenance and depreciation, which for most owners together exceed what goes into the tank.

How it changed over time

Between 2017 and 2020 the Continental's average combined economy improved from about 20 to 20 MPG. Redesigns, new engines and added hybrid or electric versions are usually what move the number, so the year you choose can matter as much as the model.

Best year for fuel economy

The 2018 Continental has the strongest average combined economy in this database at about 20 MPG, while the 2019 is the lowest at about 20 MPG. If running cost is your priority, that is the year to target on the used market; later years may add equipment or safety features instead.

2020 Continental at a glance

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