Lincoln Continental vs Pontiac Grand Prix
The Pontiac Grand Prix is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 19 MPG for the Lincoln Continental. At EPA assumptions that is about $500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Lincoln Continental | Pontiac Grand Prix | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 244 | 249 |
| Most reported problem | Engine | Brakes |
| Crashes and fires | 5 and 16 | 17 and 2 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 59,000 miles | 90,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 19 MPG | 22 MPG |
| City and highway | 16 and 23 | 19 and 27 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,550 | $3,050 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 244 complaints for the Lincoln Continental and 249 for the Pontiac Grand Prix. 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: 3 for the Lincoln Continental, 8 for the Pontiac Grand Prix.