Lincoln Continental 0–60 Times
The Lincoln Continental 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 12 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and MotorWeek and more.
The fastest tested Lincoln Continental is the 2017 Lincoln Continental Reserve Sedan, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 5.00 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 13.50 seconds at 106.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
The slowest tested Lincoln Continental is the 1988 Lincoln Continental Signature Series, which took 10.50 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 17.60 seconds at 77.0 mph, according to Car and Driver.
Out of all the Lincoln Continental tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 6.81 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 14.98 seconds at 95.19 mph.
Fastest 0–60
5.00sec
2017 Reserve Sedan · stock
Average 0–60
6.81sec
Across 12 runs
Avg ¼ Mile
14.98sec
@ 95.2 mph trap
Slowest 0–60
10.50sec
1988 Signature Series
Across 12 verified runs, the Lincoln Continental ranges from 5.00 to 10.50 seconds 0–60, with a 6.81-second average.
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Lincoln Continental Performance Overview
Across 12 verified tests spanning 1988 to 2017, Lincoln Continental performance traces a clear shift from traditional full-size luxury tuning to modern turbocharged pace. The Mk7 (1988–1994) begins this sample with a 140-hp naturally aspirated gasoline V8 and a 10.5-second 0-60 run from the 1988 Signature Series, the slowest figure in the data set. By the Mk8 (1995–2002), output rose to 260 hp from the Ford Modular 4.6L SOHC V8, and acceleration moved into the mid-seven-second range, including a 7.5-second 0-60 from the 1998 Sedan.
That Mk8 period established the Continental’s quicker modern baseline, with quarter-mile results eventually averaging 14.98 seconds at 95.2 mph across all tests. The final revival, the tenth generation launched for 2017, brought the largest performance step here: a 400-hp twin-turbocharged gasoline V6 and the model’s quickest verified numbers. The 2017 Reserve Sedan reached 5.0 seconds to 60 mph and covered the quarter-mile in 13.5 seconds at 106 mph, while the 2017 Black Label Sedan recorded 5.1 seconds. In this data set, the Continental ends as its fastest, with the 2017–2020 generation defining where it stands today.
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Lincoln Continental 0–60 Times by Generation: Mk7 to Tenth Generation
3 generations| Generation | Years | Avg 0–60 | Fastest 0–60 | Tests | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tenth Generation | 2017–2020 | 5.42s | 5.00s — 2017 Reserve Sedan | 6 | The Tenth Generation generation (2017–2020) averaged 5.42 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2017 Reserve Sedan at 5.00 seconds. Output was 400 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 configurations. |
| Mk8 | 1995–2002 | 7.74s | 7.50s — 1998 Sedan | 5 | The Mk8 generation (1995–2002) averaged 7.74 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 1998 Sedan at 7.50 seconds. Output was 260 hp across 4.6L V8 configurations. |
| Mk7 | 1988–1994 | 10.50s | 10.50s — 1988 Signature Series | 1 | The Mk7 generation (1988–1994) averaged 10.50 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1988 Signature Series at 10.50 seconds. Output was 140 hp across 3.8L V6 configurations. |
Tenth Generation
2017–2020
Avg 0–60
5.42s
Fastest
5.00s
Tests
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2017 Reserve Sedan
The Tenth Generation generation (2017–2020) averaged 5.42 seconds to 60 mph across 6 tests, led by the 2017 Reserve Sedan at 5.00 seconds. Output was 400 hp across 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 configurations.
Mk8
1995–2002
Avg 0–60
7.74s
Fastest
7.50s
Tests
5
1998 Sedan
The Mk8 generation (1995–2002) averaged 7.74 seconds to 60 mph across 5 tests, led by the 1998 Sedan at 7.50 seconds. Output was 260 hp across 4.6L V8 configurations.
Mk7
1988–1994
Avg 0–60
10.50s
Fastest
10.50s
Tests
1
1988 Signature Series
The Mk7 generation (1988–1994) averaged 10.50 seconds to 60 mph across 1 tests, led by the 1988 Signature Series at 10.50 seconds. Output was 140 hp across 3.8L V6 configurations.
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Lincoln Continental 0–60 Times by Year and Trim
12 tests · 4 years
▾
2017 Lincoln Continental
6 verified runs
Avg 0–60
5.42
sec
Avg ¼ Mile
13.83
sec
Recorded Tests
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#01
2017 Lincoln Continental Reserve Sedan
5.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.50s
¼ mi @ 106.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.00 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.50 sec
- Trap Speed
- 106.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- Horsepower
- 400 hp
- Torque
- 400 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,540 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 24 H / 17 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #1 of 12
#02
2017 Lincoln Continental Black Label Sedan
5.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.80s
¼ mi @ 103.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.30 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 103.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- Horsepower
- 400 hp
- Torque
- 400 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,540 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 24 H / 16 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Car and Driver
- Overall Rank
- #2 of 12
#03
2017 Lincoln Continental Reserve Sedan
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.80s
¼ mi @ 101.3 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.80 sec
- Trap Speed
- 101.3 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- Horsepower
- 400 hp
- Torque
- 400 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,540 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 24 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #3 of 12
#04
2017 Lincoln Continental Reserve Sedan
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
13.70s
¼ mi @ 105.0 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.40 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 13.70 sec
- Trap Speed
- 105.0 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- Horsepower
- 400 hp
- Torque
- 400 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,540 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 24 H / 23.2 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- MotorWeek
- Overall Rank
- #4 of 12
#05
2017 Lincoln Continental Black Label Sedan
5.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.00s
¼ mi @ 100.4 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.50 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.00 sec
- Trap Speed
- 100.4 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- Horsepower
- 400 hp
- Torque
- 400 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,540 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 24 H / 19.5 Obs
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #5 of 12
#06
2017 Lincoln Continental Black Label Sedan
5.90sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph
0.0s · 0mph
14.20s
¼ mi @ 99.2 mph
▾
- 0–60 mph
- 5.90 sec
- ¼ Mile ET
- 14.20 sec
- Trap Speed
- 99.2 mph
- Engine
- 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Transmission
- 6A
- Horsepower
- 400 hp
- Torque
- 400 lb-ft
- Curb Weight
- 4,540 lbs
- Power-to-Weight
- 11.4 lbs/hp
- MPG EPA
- 16 C / 24 H
- Production Vehicle
- Body Type
- Sedan
- Powertrain
- Gasoline
- Test Source
- Motor Trend
- Overall Rank
- #6 of 12
How we verify Lincoln Continental performance data
We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Lincoln Continental trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.
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Lincoln Continental 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution
0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is fasterEach dot is a recorded test run
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Fastest
Recorded run
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Lincoln Continental performance FAQs
10 questions
The 2017 Lincoln Continental runs 0-60 in as little as 5.0 seconds. Across current-year tests, the Black Label Sedan posted 5.3 to 5.9 seconds, while the Reserve Sedan recorded 5.0 to 5.4 seconds. Those quickest runs came from the 400-hp, twin-turbo AWD versions.
The quickest Lincoln Continental on record is the 2017 Reserve Sedan, with a 0-60 time of 5.0 seconds. It also owns the best quarter-mile result for the model at 13.5 seconds at 106 mph. That makes the final-generation Continental the fastest version tested.
The fastest stock Lincoln Continental is also the 2017 Reserve Sedan at 5.0 seconds from 0-60. Lincoln Continental testing includes 12 production examples and no confirmed modified builds, so the quickest overall result and quickest stock result are the same. The best quarter-mile for that car is 13.5 seconds at 106 mph.
The 2017 Lincoln Continental Reserve Sedan has recorded 0-60 times from 5.0 to 5.4 seconds. Its quickest quarter-mile run is 13.5 seconds at 106 mph, with other verified passes at 13.7 seconds at 105 mph and 13.8 seconds at 101.3 mph. All tested Reserve Sedans here used 400 hp and AWD.
The 2017 Lincoln Continental Black Label Sedan reaches 60 mph in 5.3 to 5.9 seconds across verified tests. Quarter-mile times range from 13.8 to 14.2 seconds, with trap speeds from 99.2 to 103 mph. Tested examples used a 400-hp, 400-lb-ft twin-turbo engine and AWD.
The Tenth Generation Lincoln Continental, sold from 2017 to 2020, averages 5.42 seconds from 0-60 across 6 tests. Its quickest recorded run is 5.0 seconds by a 2017 Reserve Sedan. This generation used a 400-hp twin-turbo gasoline powertrain in the tested examples.
The Mk8 Lincoln Continental, built from 1995 to 2002, averages 7.74 seconds from 0-60 across 5 tests. The quickest Mk8 on record is a 1998 Sedan at 7.5 seconds. Tested Mk8 cars used naturally aspirated gasoline V8 power, rated at 260 hp in the recorded results.
The Mk7 Lincoln Continental, covering 1988 to 1994, is much slower than later versions in straight-line testing. The recorded Mk7 result is a 1988 Signature Series at 10.5 seconds from 0-60. That car used a naturally aspirated gasoline engine rated at 140 hp.
In 2017 testing, the Reserve Sedan was quicker than the Black Label Sedan. The Reserve ran 0-60 in 5.0 to 5.4 seconds, while the Black Label posted 5.3 to 5.9 seconds. The Reserve also led in the quarter-mile, with a best of 13.5 seconds at 106 mph versus 13.8 seconds at 103 mph.
Across all 12 Lincoln Continental tests, the average quarter-mile time is 14.98 seconds at 95.2 mph. The quickest run on record is a 13.5-second pass at 106 mph by the 2017 Reserve Sedan. Among current-year 2017 cars, quarter-mile results range from 13.5 to 14.2 seconds.
Sources
Car and Driver
Motor Trend
MotorWeek
Road & Track
0–60 and quarter-mile times vary with driver, weather, tire temperature, and wear. We collect every verified run we can find — so you see the range of what a Lincoln Continental can do, not a single marketing claim.
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