The table below shows all 1997 Lincoln Continental specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 Lincoln Continental warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
Engine
4.6L V-8 260 HP 265.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,750 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
17.0 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
48/50,000
Engine
4.6L V-8 260 HP 265.0 ft.lbs. @ 4,750 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Battery
78 amp heavy duty with run down protection
Recommended Fuel Type
premium unleaded
Exhaust
dual stainless steel with chrome tailpipe finish
Traction Control
ABS & driveline
Ride Control
driver controlled
Adaptive Suspension
adaptive suspension
Auto-Levelling Suspension
rear
Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar
Wheels
16.0 " silver aluminum
Front Tires
P225/60HR16.0BSW AS / P225/60VR16.0BSW AS / P225/60HR16.0BSW run flat performance
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel
Front Seat Type
bucket / 50-50 split-bench
Heated Front Seats
driver and front passenger heated-cushion
Front Headrests
adjustable w/tilt
Front Armrests
center w/storage
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(6-way power)
Easy Entry
rear seat easy entry
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
(6-way power)
Door Trim
cloth w/carpet lower
Floor Mats
carpeted front & rear
Dashboard Insert
simulated wood
Vanity Mirrors
dual illuminated
Rearview Mirror
auto-dimming day-night
Overhead Console
mini with storage
Instrument Panel Storage
covered bin
Climate Control
automatic air conditioning
Rear Heat Ducts
underseat ducts
Radio
premium AM stereo/FM stereo, seek-scan
Speakers
4 / 6 performance
Amplifier
amplifier / premium
Antenna
window grid diversity
Cruise Control
with steering wheel controls
Remote Keyless Entry
keyfob (all doors)
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
keyfob
Remote Fuel Flap Release
power
Rear Child Safety Door Locks
rear child safety door locks
Cell Phone
pre-wiring / voice activated
Trunk Pulldown
trunk/hatch auto-latch
Driver Foot Rest
driver foot rest
Retained Accessory Power
retained accessory power
Garage Door Opener
HomeLink Wireless Control System
Oil Pressure Gauge
oil pressure gauge
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Exterior Temperature
exterior temperature
Systems Monitor
systems monitor
Trip Computer
trip computer
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Steering Wheel Material
leather
1-Touch Open Window
driver
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Side Impact Bars
side impact beams
Security System
security system
Maximum Cargo Volume
18.1 cu.ft.
Max Trailer Weight
1,000 lbs.
Front Shoulder Room
57.1 "
Passenger Volume
102 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
18.1 cu.ft.
Bumpers
body-colored with chrome insert
Bodyside Moldings
body-colored
Paint
monotone / monotone with stripe
Exterior Mirrors
dual power remote heated
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
48/50,000
Major Components Months/Miles
48/50,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/unlimited
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
48/50,000