Lincoln's 2017 Continental is a stronger flagship vehicle (pictures)

Lincoln revealed the 2017 Lincoln Continental at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Lincoln's new signature grille on the front of the 2017 Continental.

A 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 is expected to deliver 400 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque in the 2017 Lincoln Continental.

The 2017 Lincoln Continental with LED signature lighting in the lower fascia on display at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

The 2017 Lincoln Continental debuted at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit riding on 20-inch wheels.

Lincoln's perfect position seats are available with up to 30-way power adjustments in the 2017 Continental.

Ride and handling of the 2017 Lincoln Continental can be altered using the drive control system that offers a comfort, normal and sport setting.

Exhaust outlets are integrated into the lower rear bumper on the 2017 Lincoln Continental.

The 2017 Lincoln Continental is available in front-wheel and all-wheel drive.

The LED accent lights on the front of the 2017 Lincoln Continental will light up in fluid, sweeping motion as you approach the car with the key.

Lincoln's new signature grille looks to have taken inspiration from Bentley.

The 2017 Lincoln Continental, which made its world debut at Detroit auto show, will go on sale this fall.

The wide rear lights on the 2017 Lincoln Continental, which made it's production debut at the Detroit auto show.

The belt line-integrated door handles on the 2017 Lincoln Continental, which made its world debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

The 2017 Lincoln Continental is available with 20-inch wheels.

Like the door handles, the side mirrors on the 2017 Lincoln Continental are also mounted on the belt line.

The 2017 Lincoln Continental debuted at the 2016 North American International Auto Show in Detroit.

Lincoln integrated the door handles into the beltline to keep the side sheetmeal on the side of the 2017 Continental uncluttered.

Wide lights dress the car's rear.

Lincoln's signature grille is proudly displayed up front on the 2017 Continental.

The car will be available with a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-6 engine expected to make 400-horsepower and 400-pound-feet of torque.

The 2017 Lincoln is sized to take on the likes of the BMW 5 Series and Audi A6.

Lincoln says the production Continental's dimensions are nearly identical to the concept's.

Exhaust outlets are integrated into the rear bumper.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are compatible.

Rear passengers inside of the 2017 Lincoln Continental can be treated to available reclining seats that are heated, cooled, and offer a massage function.

The interior of the car is lined with real wood and soft leathers.

Controls for the available 30-way power front seats in the 2017 Lincoln Continental.

A 19-speaker Revel audio system comes with the luxury vehicle.

The side mirrors and door handles are integrated into the beltline of the 2017 Lincoln Continental.

It goes on sale this fall.

The new signature Lincoln grille on the 2017 Continental.

A close-up look at the optional 30-way power seats.

Controls on the center screen for the available massaging front seats.

The interior of the 2017 Lincoln Continental is lined with plenty of leather and real wood.