Lincoln Continental towing capacity

The 2018 Lincoln Continental is rated for 1,000 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). The source gives one figure for it.

2018 Lincoln Continental, highest published rating1,000 lbsHitch type not stated.

Source documents last retrieved October 3, 2026.

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2018 Lincoln Continental

Highest rating for each engine
EngineHitch type not stated
Twin-Turbocharged 2.7L V61,000 lbs
Twin-Turbocharged 3.0L V61,000 lbs
3.7L Ti-VCT V61,000 lbs

All 5 2018 Continental configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment

Source: 2018 RV & Trailer Towing Guide

2017 Lincoln Continental

Highest rating for each engine
EngineHitch type not stated
2.7L GTDI V61,000 lbs
3.0L GTDI V61,000 lbs
3.7L Ti-VCT V61,000 lbs

All 5 2017 Continental configurations, with axle, cab and required equipment

Source: 2017 RV & Trailer Towing Guide

Common questions

How has the Lincoln Continental's towing capacity changed by year?

Highest published rating by model year: 2018: 1,000 lbs; 2017: 1,000 lbs.

What hitch are the Lincoln Continental ratings for?

For some years the manufacturer's document gives a trailer weight without naming a hitch type. We show those as "Hitch type not stated" and do not assume one.

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