Acceleration

Signature L	Class Average
4	7.3

Town Car trails the Cadillac DTS for overall performance but is quick enough. A Signature L did 0-60 mph in 9.5 seconds in our test. The transmission hesitates to kick down for passing but is otherwise responsive and smooth despite only having four speeds.

Fuel Economy

Signature L	Class Average
3	3.3

In Consumer Guide testing, a Signature L averaged 16.0 mpg, including gas-eating acceleration runs. Town Car uses regular-grade gas.

Ride Quality

Signature L	Class Average
8	8.2

American-luxury traditional. This large sedan has a plush, absorbent feel, yet exhibits decent body control over humps.

Steering/Handling/Braking

Signature L	Class Average
4	6.9

Town Car leans more in turns than import-brand rivals. The steering has good accuracy and road feel but is slightly overboosted. The standard traction control tends to kill power at just the wrong moment for maintaining speed on slippery surfaces. Braking is short and stable for a heavyweight, though sudden stops induce some nosedive.

Quietness

Signature L	Class Average
8	8.4

The engine is quiet even at full throttle. Tire thrum is noticed only on very coarse pavement. Wind rush rises above 60 mph, but it doesn't intrude.

Controls

Signature L	Class Average
7	5.8

The dashboard design is straightforward with simple, handy switchgear.

Details

Signature L	Class Average
7	8.4

Interior decor is a bit stuffy, though materials approach those of some costlier import-brand rivals. It's disappointing to see that a navigation system is no longer available.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

Signature L	Class Average
7	8.8

Three on the standard bench seat, but the middle rider must straddle the transmission hump. Headroom and outboard legroom are abundant. Power-adjustable pedals are a benefit for shorter drivers. Over-the-shoulder visibility is hampered by thick roof pillars.

Room/Comfort (rear)

Signature L	Class Average
9	7.9

Plenty of headroom and legroom, and Signature L's 45.4 inches of leg stretch is tops in class. But three adults need to squeeze here, too, and the rear bench isn't as sofa-comfortable as it looks.

Cargo Room

Signature L	Class Average
6	4.1

Most trunk space is concentrated in a deep center well, so shifting heavy objects is a strain. The spare tire stows vertically inside the right rear fender. The optional removable cargo bin contains a lid and partitions, making it rather handy.

Value within Class

Signature L	Class Average
4	5.5

Town Car blends old-school American luxury, space, and isolation with surprisingly good road manners, all things considered. Cadillac's rival DTS is a far newer design with better performance and handling, but this elderly Lincoln still makes sense to some buyers.

Total Score

Signature L	Class Average
67	74.6

Scores for all Premium Large Cars

Low Score		67
Average Score		74
High Score		87