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2018 Lincoln Continental

The 2018 Lincoln Continental is a full-size car, rated at 21 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2018 Lincoln Continental
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Combined MPG
21
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$48,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeLincoln
ModelContinental
Model year2018
Vehicle classFull-size Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.7 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG18
Highway MPG27
Combined MPG21
CO₂ tailpipe424 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2950

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Continental AWD19 MPG combined
Continental AWD20 MPG combined
Continental AWD19 MPG combined
Continental FWD21 MPG combined
Continental FWD20 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City18 MPG
Highway27 MPG
Combined21 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Continental21 MPG
Class average31.6 MPG

About 34% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$845/mo
Amount financed
$43,200
Total interest
$7,515
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5-year fuel cost
$9,571

$1,914/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG21
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH19V077000 · 2019-02-11

    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.

    Remedy: 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.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V644000 · 2022-08-26

    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.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 21, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S51.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2018 Lincoln Continental?

The 2018 Lincoln Continental is EPA-rated at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 27 highway).

Is the 2018 Lincoln Continental reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Lincoln Continental. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2018 Lincoln Continental?

The 2018 Lincoln Continental earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Lincoln Continental?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Lincoln Continental costs roughly $1,914 per year to fuel, or about $9,571 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2018 Lincoln Continental?

The 2018 Lincoln Continental is classified as a full-size car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC