How much does the Lincoln Continental cost in today's market?

Used Lincoln Continental prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Lincoln Continental's current nationwide average price is $20,337, and its year-round low is $18,649.87. That gives you a useful snapshot of where used pricing sits for this model overall. Recently, prices have come down for the 2017, 2018, and 2020 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Lincoln Continental a good car?

Yes — the Lincoln Continental stands out for its luxury-first character, with owners consistently praising its smooth ride, spacious interior, and stylish design. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly highlight the Continental's comfort, elegant styling, and strong performance, and many also value it as a compelling luxury choice. Expert reviews rate the 2017 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on pricing and equipment levels, especially on recent expert-tested years, where options can push the car higher than you might expect. 20.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Lincoln Continental models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Continental for its smooth ride, luxurious comfort, and spacious cabin, and expert commentary reinforces its relaxed, long-distance character. The model also earns strong owner satisfaction scores across the years in the data.

• Owners rate the Lincoln Continental between 4.57 and 4.83 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, the biggest long-term ownership consideration is keeping up with a premium sedan's maintenance and repair costs over time.

What should I look for when buying a used Lincoln Continental?

Across all model years, at 73.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Technology Package with lane-keep assist, auto braking, pedestrian detection, automatic parallel and perpendicular parking, a head-up display, and adaptive cruise control.
• Infotainment: Sync 3 with voice control and navigation.

Which Lincoln Continental trim should I buy?

The 2017 Lincoln Continental offers these trims:

• Continental: The entry version gives you the Continental's core luxury character, including the smooth ride, spacious cabin, and elegant design that define the model. It suits you if you want the Continental experience at the most accessible starting point.
• Reserve: This is the best-value trim, adding a more upscale equipment mix and the kind of premium presentation that makes the Continental feel especially special.
• Black Label: This is the most luxurious choice, with the richest interior treatment and the most elevated overall feel for buyers who want the Continental at its most indulgent.

What Lincoln Continental do most buyers choose?

The Lincoln Continental years with the most listings are 2018, 2017, and 2019.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually give you more choices, more pricing spread, and a better chance of finding the right trim and condition. They also tend to be easier to compare side by side when you're shopping used.

What is the Lincoln Continental's resale value?

Prices are moving down across the model years shown, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. The largest drop is on one of the higher-volume years, while the others also show meaningful declines. The 2017, 2020, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Lincoln Continental safe?

• 2017: 8/10

For the safest used buy, the 2017 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Lincoln Continental now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −10.31% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −2.24%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 27.1% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 28.6%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2018 model has the most listings at a current average price of $19,740. The Lincoln Continental offers a long, elegant design and a relaxed luxury character that make it especially appealing if you want a full-size sedan with presence.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Three V6 engines are available, including a 305-horsepower base 3.7-liter, a 335-horsepower turbocharged 2.7-liter, and a 400-horsepower 3.0-liter twin-turbo, with a 6-speed automatic and paddle shifters.
• Tech: Sync 3 is fast and intuitive, and the Technology Package adds lane-keep assist, auto braking, pedestrian detection, automatic parallel and perpendicular parking, a head-up display, and adaptive cruise control.
• Safety: The latest model adds optional inflatable seat belts for rear passengers.
• Starting price: The Continental Reserve AWD was tested at $72,055.

If you're buying used today, the 2018 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2021 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.