In comparison, the 2017 Cadillac CT6 has lower five-year costs by about $1,900, and the 2017 Lincoln MKZ’s costs are lower by roughly $5,900. Is It Better to Buy a Used or New Continental?

Overall, the MKZ now looked classy ... cars which weren't selling nearly as well as they'd hoped. The Lincoln Continental also met a similar fate, and was discontinued in 2020, as well.

Actual terms vary by lender. Base shown (base trim). The 2002 Lincoln Continental price depends on several factors, including the trim level, optional features, mileage, vehicle history and location.

As the brand continued into the 2000s, the large sedans of Lincoln based on old-style luxury were phased-out to make room for vehicles exhibiting modern sophistication such as the MKS and MKZ sedan ..