Comparing 2017 Lincoln Continental to 2016 BMW 5-Series Sedan

The BMW 5-Series sedan is available with a choice of four conventional engines and one with hybrid drive. The company's xDrive (AWD) is available on all but the hybrid drive model. An M-Sport Package is available, as is a Gran Turismo offering, which increases interior roominess. Changes for 2016 are minimal and include standard Bluetooth®, new wheel offerings and the addition of a power trunk lid (also offered on Lincoln Continental) and the Harman/Kardon Surround Sound System to the 550i standard equipment offering. Prices range from $51,195(1) for the 528i to $69,595(1) for the 550i xDrive sedan. (Prices for the M-Sport and Gran Turismo are higher.) See how Lincoln Continental compares.

 

Competitive Perception

The BMW 5-Series delivers exhilarating performance, with up to 445 horsepower in the 550i and 550i xDrive.

  • 2.0L Twin Power Turbo I-4 (528i, 528i xDrive):
    • 240 horsepower
    • 260 lb.-ft. of torque
  • 3.0L Twin Power Turbo I-6 (535i, 535i xDrive):
    • 300 horsepower
    • 300 lb.-ft. of torque
  • 3.0L Twin Power Turbo I-6 Diesel (535i, 535i xDrive):
    • 255 horsepower
    • 413 lb.-ft. of torque
  • 4.4L Twin Power Turbo V8 (550i, 550i xDrive):
    • 445 horsepower
    • 480 lb.-ft. of torque

Lincoln Reality

Excluding the larger V8, the three engine offerings in Continental outperform their Bavarian counterparts. Due to its lighter, more efficient nature, the 3.0L GTDI V6 in Lincoln Continental with Dynamic Torque Vectoring provides confident performance and driving dynamics,(2)thanks to its 400 horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque.(3)

 

Competitive Perception

A host of advanced driving technologies enable the 5-Series to be driven with confidence:

  • Available Adaptive LED headlights
  • Available full-color Head-Up Display
  • Available Lane Departure Warning
  • Available Blind Zone Detection

Lincoln Reality

2017 Lincoln Continental also offers the latest driver-assist technologies. The available Technology Package, for example, includes:

  • 360-degree camera
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Driver Alert System
  • Enhanced Active Park Assist System
  • Lane-Keeping System
  • Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection
  • Rain-sensing wipers
  • Windshield wiper de-icer

Competitive Perception

The BMW 5-Series creates a welcoming personal oasis by offering optional 20-way multicontour seats, lush Nappa leather and contrast stitching.

 

Lincoln Reality

Lincoln Continental provides available 30-way multicontour Perfect Position Seats for the driver and front passenger. Plus luxurious woods, available Bridge of Weir® leather, active noise control, available Revel® Audio and the exclusive choice of Lincoln Black Label.

(1) MSRP includes destination/delivery charges. Document fees, taxes, title, registration and optional equipment not included.

(2) Remember that even advanced technology cannot overcome the laws of physics. It's always possible to lose control of a vehicle due to inappropriate driver input for the conditions.

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


 

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