New York 2015: Lincoln Continental Concept Revealed Ahead Of Show

by Cameron Aubernon

March 30th, 2015 12:51 AM

new york 2015 lincoln continental concept revealed ahead of show

Here it is: the Lincoln Continental Concept, revealed ahead of its trip down the ramp at the 2015 New York Auto Show.

Power for the concept comes from a 3-liter EcoBoost V6 made exclusively for Lincoln, while the brand’s ride-enhancement technology and adaptive steering help keep things under control. No power figures were given at this time.

Inside, the occupants will be treated to a premium interior composed of Venetian and Alcantara leathers, rose gold and bright chrome trims, a satin headliner, soft-gold LED lighting, shearling wool carpet, and patented 30-way adjustable seating meant to adapt to a given occupant’s shape and size. The passenger-side rear seat can also fully recline when the front passenger seat is moved forward.

Other features include: Revel Ultima audio system; SPD SmartGlass tinting sunroof; tablet-supporting trays for the rear occupants; E-latch door handles; parking and pre-collision assists; 360-degree camera; and LED headlamps with laser-assist high beams.

The Lincoln Continental Concept is also a preview of the brand’s all-new fullsizer — to be called Continental — due next year

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Noble713 on Mar 31, 2015

Overall....I like it. Alot. Pros: Love the interior. A bit art deco mixed with 21st century tech. Likewise the exterior styling mixes art deco with JDM VIP and Bentley. Cons: Not a RWD V8. Wheels are too big for my tastes, and generally speaking I don't like chrome. I realize it's a concept though. I'd love to see a sportier version, with maybe 19-20in deep concave wheels, a matte paintjob, and blacked out accents/details. An RS6/M5-fighter.

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Polishdon on Mar 31, 2015

I've read in other articles that Lincoln is trying to compete with the S-Class, Audi, etc. with this car. I hope that they realize that someone shopping for an S-Class (V8/V12) RWD is not going to consider a V6 Lincoln is in the same class. Heck, even Audi knows that! And if that's the price range they are aiming for, they are in trouble !

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- Corey Lewis on Mar 31, 2015
  
  I'm very concerned they'll overprice it as well. It should not be $80K like some A8.
  
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