2017 Lincoln Continental to Debut in January
The production version of the new 2017 Lincoln Continental will debut at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show in January.
We have already seen the concept version of the Continental, which will heavily influence the design of the production car. A front-wheel driven platform will serve as the basis of the Continental though all-wheel drive will be available.
Brand marketing manager Imran Jalal told Car and Driver that “it is possible” that the Continental’s new grille might end up migrating to more of the Lincoln lineup, as reaction to the concept car was “very promising” according to Jalal.
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Under the hood, a unique 3.0-liter EcoBoost turbocharged V6 will be offered, aiming to provide a luxury drive. “We have high-performance engines, but we are going for a luxurious feeling rather than sportiness,” says Jalal.
Some believed that the revival of the Continental name might be the beginning of Lincoln ditching its MK naming scheme, but Jalal says this isn’t true. The MK-names are here to stay, excluding Navigator and Continental.
[Source: Car & Driver]
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The styling looks like a cross between a Bently and Chrysler 300. It's nicet, but it doesn't really make any statement of originality. a few decades ago, the styling points between premium luxery cars were night and day...nobody mistook a lincoln for a caddy or a mercedes, even from 100 yards away. Regardless, the wheels are gaudy and ugly. I would reject the car based on those wheels alone. The interior is gaudy too, not sophisticated, just flashy and out of place. It looks like they consulted urban drug dealers on the appointments. Maybe they should rename it the Lincoln BlingBling. Is that the market they think they will make money with? If so, say good-by to your 60 years of Continental heritage and brand building.
The car looks good, but the front wheel drive platform is a let down. And seriously, ditch the alphanumeric nonsense already.