Comparing 2017 Lincoln Continental to 2016 Cadillac CT6

New for 2016 is Cadillac's flagship sedan: CT6. It's intended to deliver performance and agility, thanks to an all-new architecture, extensive focus on reducing vehicle weight and an available 3.6L twin-turbo engine delivering an estimated 404 horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque. A 2.0L turbo is standard and a 3.6L V6 with Active Fuel Management is available. All three engines are mated to new eight-speed transmissions. Prices start at $55,485(1) for the 2.0L, $57,485(1)for the 3.6L and $66,385(1) for the 3.0L variants. Choosing the Platinum trim level on the 3.0L version raises the MSRP to $89,455.(1) See how our flagship sedan measures up.

 

Competitive Perception

The 2016 CT6 reignites a passion for driving in large luxury vehicles and offers one of the most power-dense V6 engines in the luxury segment. The available 3.6L twin-turbo V6 delivers an estimated 404 horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque.

CT6's standard engine is a 2.0L turbo delivering 265 horsepower and 295 lb.-ft. of torque.

Also available is a 3.6L V6 that delivers 335 horsepower and 284 lb.-ft. of torque.

Lincoln Reality

The all-new twin-turbo 3.0L V6 in Lincoln Continental delivers 400 horsepower and 400 lb.-ft. of torque.(2)The standard Lincoln Continental 3.7L Ti-VCT engine is more powerful than CT6's standard 2.0L. 

 

Competitive Perception

CT6 delivers an engaging driving experience with segment-best ride, handling and isolation qualities through:

  • Active Rear Steer
  • Magnetic Ride Control
  • Selective drive modes
  • 5-link independent rear suspension
  • Electric power steering

Lincoln Reality

Lincoln Continental has been designed to deliver a driving experience that is engaging and comfortable, with such features as:

  • Independent integral-link rear suspension
  • Adaptive steering
  • Electric power-assisted steering (EPAS)
  • Continuously controlled damping (CCD)
  • Active-noise control
  • New Dynamic Torque Vectoring 

Competitive Perception

CT6 boasts a number of advanced technologies designed to enhance the driving experience:

  • Available Night Vision System
  • Front Pedestrian Braking
  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • Forward Collision Alert
  • Surround Vision
  • Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning

 

Lincoln Reality

2017 Lincoln Continental also offers the latest driver-assist technologies. Standard or available features include:

  • 360-degree camera
  • Adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go
  • BLIS® (Blind Spot Information System) with cross-traffic alert
  • Driver Alert System
  • Enhanced Active Park Assist System
  • Lane-Keeping System
  • Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection

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


 

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