Lincoln Continental ninth generation
The Lincoln Continental ninth generation (1995–2002): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: FN
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,600–5,800 mm Traficom | – | 5,240–5,296 mm |
| Width | 2,020–2,050 mm Traficom | – | 1,869 mm |
| Height | 1,350 mm Traficom | – | 1,422 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | – | 2,769 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | – | – | 1,754 kg |
| Mass in running order | 2,200–2,430 kg Traficom | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5–6 Traficom | – | – |
| Doors | 2 Traficom | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 510–538 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,860–2,888 L EPA | – |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
456 complaints for model years 1995–2002. 38 crashes · 15 fires · 35 injuries · 2 deaths
- Suspension 51
- Transmission and drivetrain 34
- Airbags 31
- Speed control 29
- Engine 23
- Visibility and wipers 21
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 4 versions of the Lincoln Continental ninth generation
United States 3 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999–2002CLKUP · 4.6W, CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 19984V, CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 1995–1997(FFS), CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996–2002Full-size | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.9–13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle | 297–306 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.