Chevrolet Lumina vs Lincoln Continental
The Chevrolet Lumina is more fuel-efficient at 21 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Lincoln Continental. At EPA assumptions that is about $350 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Lumina | Lincoln Continental | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 615 | 244 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 38 and 9 | 5 and 16 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 127,000 miles | 59,000 miles |
| Recalls | 7 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 21 MPG | 19 MPG |
| City and highway | 18 and 25 | 16 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,200 | $3,550 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 615 complaints for the Chevrolet Lumina and 244 for the Lincoln Continental. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 7 for the Chevrolet Lumina, 3 for the Lincoln Continental.