Comparing 2017 Lincoln Continental to 2016 Audi A6

Audi A6 is positioned as a performance vehicle. It also benefits from a reputation for dependability and resale value. Audi A6 had a minor refresh for the 2016 model year, and no changes are expected for 2017. See how Lincoln Continental bests Audi A6 in performance and value.

 

Competitive Perception

Audi A6 is positioned as an enthusiast's car, offering:

  • 2.0L TFSI I-4:
    • 252 horsepower
    • 273 lb.-ft. of torque
  • 3.0L TFSI V6:
    • 333 horsepower
    • 325 lb.-ft. of torque

Lincoln Reality

With any of its engine choices, Lincoln Continental outperforms the Audi A6:

  • 3.7L Ti-VCT V6:
    • 305 horsepower
    • 280 lb.-ft. of torque
  • 2.7L GTDI V6:
    • 335 horsepower(1)
    • 380 lb.-ft. of torque(1)
  • 3.0L GTDI V6:
    • 400 horsepower(1)
    • 400 lb.-ft. of torque(1)

 

Competitive Perception

The A6 reshapes the contours of luxury with a choice of luxurious materials, available four-zone automatic climate control, available heated steering wheel and standard heated front seats with available ventilation.

Lincoln Reality

Lincoln Continental offers a wider range of standard and available luxury features, including E-Latch door handles, 30-way multicontour Perfect Position heated and cooled front seats, and a Rear-seat Package that delivers heated and cooled rear seats with power recline and 4-way power lumbar with seat-back and seat-cushion massaging feature

Competitive Perception

As with other Audi offerings, the A6 combines luxury with driving dynamics to create a driver's sedan.

 

Lincoln Reality

2017 Lincoln Continental also delivers an engaging driving experience, with such features as:

  • Adaptive steering
  • Lincoln Drive Control:
    • Continuously controlled damping (CCD) with driver-selectable modes: Comfort, Normal or Sport
    • Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS)
    • Active noise control
  • Available Intelligent all-wheel drive
  • Available Dynamic Torque Vectoring
  • Three engine choices, including a twin-turbo 3.0L GTDI V6

(1) Horsepower and torque ratings achieved with 93-octane fuel.


 

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