2022 Lincoln Corsair Plug-in Hybrid
MSRP Range: $51,810 Price range reflects Base MSRP for various trim levels, not including options or fees.
2022 Lincoln Corsair Plug-in Hybrid





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7.6/10
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The Corsair is Lincoln's small luxury SUV. It scores well for comfort and luxury but has other aspects that don't fully meet luxury-class standards.
Pricing
Total MSRPThis price includes a $1,195 destination fee charged by the manufacturer. | $53,005 |
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Edmunds suggests you pay | $49,594 |
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2022 Lincoln Corsair Review

byNick Yekikian
News Editor
Nick Yekikian has worked in the automotive industry since 2019. He has written close to a thousand car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 200 vehicles over the course of his career. Nick is the News Editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to MotorTrend, Automobile Magazine and Super Street. When Nick isn't zipping around town in his latest used-car find, he's probably making digital art in Photoshop or playing disc golf with friends.
Pros
- Comfortable ride and quiet cabin
- Smooth power and respectable fuel economy from upgraded engine
- Healthy list of standard safety features
Cons
- Hard plastics on some interior panels
- Sloping roofline compromises rear headroom
- Standard 2.0-liter engine feels a little unrefined
What's new
- Minor revisions to features and package content
- Part of the first Corsair generation introduced for 2020
Overview
The 2022 Lincoln Corsair is the American SUV maker's smallest and least expensive model. That's right, with the discontinuation of the Continental and MKZ, there's nothing but SUVs filling Lincoln dealer lots. Fortunately, the Corsair is pretty good by small luxury SUV standards. It's more comfortable than many SUVs that cost thousands of dollars more, and it comes standard with a long list of safety equipment.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.57 per gallon for regular unleaded and $0.15 per kWh for electricity in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$103/mo for Corsair Grand Touring
Corsair Grand Touring
vs
$210/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
There are a few downsides. Rear headroom isn't great, for instance, and the Corsair's base 2.0-liter engine powertrain can be unrefined at low speeds and make it hard to drive smoothly. Overall, the Corsair is worth checking out, but you might also want to cross-shop the Acura RDX, Mercedes GLC or Volvo XC60. Check out our Corsair Expert Rating to find out more.
Edmunds Expert Rating
average
7.6/10
Edmunds Rating
Our VerdictThe Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
The Corsair is Lincoln's small luxury SUV. It scores well for comfort and luxury but has other aspects that don't fully meet luxury-class standards.
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Performance
7.0/10
How does the Corsair drive? The Corsair is a surprisingly capable performer. The steering is well weighted and responsive at highway speeds, and body roll is controlled with the adaptive dampers in their sport-themed Excite setting. The 2.0-liter Corsair's 0-60 mph time of 6.7 seconds is average for the class, but it does better than any rival in a non-performance trim with its 60-0 mph stopping distance of 111 feet.
That said, the brakes feel grabby at the top of the pedal stroke. No matter how gradually you ease on down to a stop, it feels jerky. The transmission is not befitting a luxury car, shifting harshly and sometimes exhibiting clunks through the drivetrain. (This is less noticeable with the 2.3-liter engine.) The engine stop-start system delivers a hefty shove if the engine kicks on while the car is stopped.
That said, the brakes feel grabby at the top of the pedal stroke. No matter how gradually you ease on down to a stop, it feels jerky. The transmission is not befitting a luxury car, shifting harshly and sometimes exhibiting clunks through the drivetrain. (This is less noticeable with the 2.3-liter engine.) The engine stop-start system delivers a hefty shove if the engine kicks on while the car is stopped.
Comfort
8.0/10
How comfortable is the Corsair? As to be expected of a Lincoln, the Corsair is a comfortable vehicle overall. Dual-zone climate control allows you to set a maximum fan speed in the automatic setting in case you prefer a mild breeze over gale-force cooling. Wind and tire noise is well muted. Engine noise is virtually nonexistent unless you wring the motor out to near its redline.
The optional adaptive suspension keeps the Corsair controlled over a variety of surfaces, though incurring bumps at higher speeds can result in body oscillation with the dampers in the Normal setting. A custom drive mode is not offered. The standard 10-way adjustable seats are less finicky than the optional 24-way seats, but you can feel the structural elements underneath, and they don't offer four-way lumbar adjustment.
The optional adaptive suspension keeps the Corsair controlled over a variety of surfaces, though incurring bumps at higher speeds can result in body oscillation with the dampers in the Normal setting. A custom drive mode is not offered. The standard 10-way adjustable seats are less finicky than the optional 24-way seats, but you can feel the structural elements underneath, and they don't offer four-way lumbar adjustment.
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Interior
7.5/10
How’s the interior? Though a dedicated shifter is more natural, we like the new transmission "keys" more than the previous MKC's push-buttons. The steering wheel joysticks drew a mixed reaction, but we all liked the contextual adaptive cruise control markers — distance and controls only illuminate when the adaptive cruise control is active. The Sync 3 infotainment system reacts a little slowly but remains easy to use. Visibility is also excellent.
Driver and passenger ergonomics can be an issue. The doorsills are wide and high, so drivers with mobility issues might find it challenging to exit the front. Pronounced upper-back padding and a forward-tilted front headrest direct your eyes downward somewhat. With compromised legroom and hard-shell front seats, sitting in the back can be uncomfortable for tall passengers.
Driver and passenger ergonomics can be an issue. The doorsills are wide and high, so drivers with mobility issues might find it challenging to exit the front. Pronounced upper-back padding and a forward-tilted front headrest direct your eyes downward somewhat. With compromised legroom and hard-shell front seats, sitting in the back can be uncomfortable for tall passengers.
Technology
8.0/10
How’s the tech? A modern luxury car should feel high-tech, and the Corsair delivers. Charging solutions include three USB-A ports, one USB-C input, a wireless charging pad and a three-prong outlet. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration is standard, though the Sync 3 infotainment system forces the user to use smartphone navigation apps if a phone is plugged in. The voice recognition software doesn't detect much natural speech.
The 14-speaker Revel audio system is a wonder. It has more punch at lower volumes than competing systems, so it sounds good even with the volume turned down. At higher volumes, only truly punishing tracks sound muddy. Driver aids work well for the most part, but we could never get the automated parking function to work in our test vehicle.
The 14-speaker Revel audio system is a wonder. It has more punch at lower volumes than competing systems, so it sounds good even with the volume turned down. At higher volumes, only truly punishing tracks sound muddy. Driver aids work well for the most part, but we could never get the automated parking function to work in our test vehicle.
Storage
7.0/10
How’s the storage? With the Corsair's cargo area opening at your knees, you won't have to lift heavy bags high to load them in. However, the cargo cover (which partially lifts with the tailgate) is hinged close to its rearward end, so you have to bend to load items in. The cargo area measures 27.6 cubic feet with the rear seats up and the seats slid back and 57.6 cubes with them folded. Both measurements are average for the class.
The bin below the center stack is sizable, but most of the other pockets — while numerous — are on the small side. The car seat anchors are easy to find, and you can access the tethers without removing the cargo cover. The hard front seatbacks might prove challenging for fitting rear-facing car seats.
The bin below the center stack is sizable, but most of the other pockets — while numerous — are on the small side. The car seat anchors are easy to find, and you can access the tethers without removing the cargo cover. The hard front seatbacks might prove challenging for fitting rear-facing car seats.
Fuel Economy
7.0/10
How’s the fuel economy? With the 2.0-liter engine and all-wheel drive, the Corsair get an EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined. That's decidedly middle of the pack for small luxury SUVs. Our real-world fuel economy testing largely backed up the EPA's numbers.
Value
8.0/10
Is the Corsair a good value? The Corsair's base cost undercuts competitors by thousands of dollars, and it has a few features that are often optional on rivals. But if you want a well-equipped model with the 2.3-liter engine — which works better with the Corsair's transmission — prices creep closer to more illustrious competition. However you option it, interior materials are as good as anything you'll find in the rest of the class. Our test vehicle also had a loose arm pad that rattled when the audio system was pumping.
Overall warranty coverage is average for the class, while the powertrain is covered for a bit longer than usual. The first two scheduled maintenance visits are covered. We also like the pickup and delivery service — a Lincoln dealer will pick up your car for service, drop off a loaner, and then return your car to you.
Overall warranty coverage is average for the class, while the powertrain is covered for a bit longer than usual. The first two scheduled maintenance visits are covered. We also like the pickup and delivery service — a Lincoln dealer will pick up your car for service, drop off a loaner, and then return your car to you.
Wildcard
7.5/10
The Corsair's pièce de résistance is its upscale interior. The aluminum trim on the dash looks great, the piano black isn't a smudge magnet, and you'll find faux leather and soft-touch plastics everywhere. There are few hard plastic touch points, though the hard front seatbacks are disappointing.
As with most vehicles in this class, the Corsair isn't inherently fun to drive, but the buttoned-downed handling separates it dynamically from non-luxury vehicles. While the engine is quick, the crummy transmission saps some of the fun you might have on a twisty back road.
As with most vehicles in this class, the Corsair isn't inherently fun to drive, but the buttoned-downed handling separates it dynamically from non-luxury vehicles. While the engine is quick, the crummy transmission saps some of the fun you might have on a twisty back road.
Which Corsair does Edmunds recommend?
We think the Reserve model will suit buyers of this SUV best. Compared to the base Standard trim it has more of the standard or optional features you expect from a luxury SUV. As for options, we recommend getting the Co-Pilot360 1.5 Plus package for its bundled advanced driver aids and the Sport package, which is the only way you can get the Corsair's more powerful engine.
Lincoln Corsair models
The 2022 Corsair is available in three trim levels: Standard, Reserve and Grand Touring. The first two models can be had with either of the two available gas engines, while the Grand Touring model comes exclusively as a plug-in hybrid. Feature highlights include:
Corsair
The standard Corsair comes with:
- 250-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- Front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel drive
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- Power liftgate
- Dual-zone automatic climate control
- Simulated leather upholstery
- Power-adjustable and heated front seats
- Driver's seat memory settings
- 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- 10-speaker sound system
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
- Connected services with Wi-Fi
- Remote engine start
Every Corsair also includes:
- Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
- Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
- Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while reversing)
Reserve
Adds these features on top of everything from the standard car:
- 19-inch wheels
- Upgraded exterior lighting
- Auto-dimming rearview and driver-side mirrors
- Power-adjustable steering wheel
- Leather seats
- Digital instrument panel
- Power-adjustable steering column
The top-spec Grand Touring refers to the plug-in hybrid powertrain and builds on the Reserve trim by adding:
- Plug-in hybrid powertrain with 266 horsepower and an estimated 28 miles of electric driving range
- Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
- All-wheel drive
- Panoramic sunroof
- Adaptive suspension
- Unique exterior styling details
From here you can add a variety of optional packages to the Corsair, some of which are only available as part of larger bundles or certain trims. Highlights include:
Sport package
- All-wheel drive
- Turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine (295 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque)
- 20-inch wheels
- Unique grille and bumpers
Lincoln Co-Pilot360 1.5 Plus package
- Front and rear parking sensors
- 360-degree camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Corsair and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
- Adaptive cruise control (adjusts speed to maintain a constant distance between the vehicle and the car in front)
- Lane keeping system (makes minor steering corrections to help keep the vehicle centered in its lane)
- Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with little or no driver intervention)
- Evasive steering assist (enhances the forward collision mitigation system with steering-based collision avoidance)
- Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle)
Elements package
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats
- Heated steering wheel
Technology package
- Adaptive headlights (swivel as you turn the steering wheel for better illumination in curves)
- Hands-free liftgate
- Upgraded 24-way adjustable front seats
- Additional USB ports
- Smartphone charging pad
Luxury package (Grand Touring only)
- Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
- 13-speaker Revel sound system

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Edmunds' Test Track: Results and Specs



Edmunds
Tested
Tested

Driven by Kurt Niebuhr
7/11/2022
Vehicle tested
2022 Lincoln Corsair
- Style:
- Reserve
- Drive type:
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine type:
- Conventional Gasoline
- Transmission type:
- Automatic
- Tire season:
- All-Season
- Tested weight (lbs):
- 4,009
- Transmission speeds:
- 8
- Engine configuration:
- Inline-4
- Engine displacement (liters):
- 2.3
- Engine induction type:
- Turbocharged
- Indicated redline (rpm):
- 6,500
- Actual redline (rev limit):
- 6,000
- Tire make:
- Continental
- Tire model:
- Cross Contact LX Sport
- Tire size (sidewall) - front:
- 245/45R20 99V
- Tire size (sidewall) - rear:
- see above
- Weight distribution, front (%):
- 56.4
Performance results
- 0-60 mph (sec.):
- 6.6
- 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph):
- 14.9 @ 91.5
- 60-0 mph (ft.):
- 123
- Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g):
- 0.84
- Sound level @ idle (dB):
- 42
- Sound level @ 70 mph cruise (dB):
- 68.9
Driver’s Comments
- Acceleration:
- It's not particularly swift but this engine's got some good midrange/medium-speed punch. The power from this turbocharged engine feels decent enough, but the way it sounds is definitely not. I don't expect this kind of noise in a Lincoln. The shifts from the 10-speed are occasionally smooth, but it's prone to almost tripping over its gears. I think 10 speeds are just too many. Watching the tach, shift points vary quite a bit, from 5,500 rpm to well over 6,000 rpm. Keeps adding speed all the way through the quarter mile. Powerbraking it didn't do a whole lot and the speed slowed at the end of the quarter mile by nearly 1.5 mph and it barely pipped the time of the acceleration run in default settings. Subsequent runs saw the Corsair continue to lose speed and time.
- Braking:
- Pretty decent pedal feel. Gets into the real power of the brakes before the halfway point of the stroke and firms up right away. The tires seem to be the limiting factor as they audibly struggle to hold on under the Corsair. But the distances are very consistent. I wish the engine handled heat as well as the brakes do. There was a bit of nosedive out of the Corsair — more than I'd expect from a nearly $60K small-ish SUV — but the stops were otherwise straight and stable.
- Handling:
- I expected quite a bit more in the way of composure, especially during steady-state cornering. The steering is pretty soft and so is the suspension. With the first change of direction, the Corsair immediately leaned over and forced me to lean pretty hard the other way to stay upright. All of the torque from the engine made it difficult to hold a steady speed around the skidpad as boost would build up and cause the Corsair to surge into understeer, even with a steady foot. Compounding that is the inability to hold a gear for very long. There's no manual mode for the transmission, and even though you can select your gear manually, the Corsair overrides that and upshifts one to three gears soon after. An adaptive suspension would go along way toward rectifying most of these criticisms. As it is, the Corsair is much better suited to boulevards that it is to the occasional back road. It doesn't have to be sporty; I just wish it was a little more well rounded.
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4 star reviews: 7%
3 star reviews: 14%
2 star reviews: 7%
1 star reviews: 18%
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5/5 stars, Corsair Grand Touring PHEV RULES Class (G2)
Dr. W,
Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT)
OMG! So this is my 3rd FoMoCo hybrid product. First was a 2017 Fusion Hybrid Titanium. Then 2019 Lincoln MKZ Reserve Hybrid II, and now this one. I know the powertrain system well. The other two cars were perfect. I only traded the MKZ because of a lemon law claim with a dealer that couldnt repair.
Yes I do miss some things- like an ok option to confirm choices on both sides of the … steering wheel. Also, the engine cover that quiets, quells, or covers up some of the buzz from the ICE engine. I also miss the 120v household style outlet in the backseat. This one gives all the modern stuff, but I'd rather have the plug (solution is to buy a car inverter for those times).
I love the interior. I had to figure out how to darken the lighting, as its kind of spaceship and space age flight theme. I love the wood in the dash. The 'laser' lights in the interior lights are wonderful, but can be too bright at night. I love the 24 way massaging seats, including the thigh support buttons. The heated seats are upgraded too, as they are far warmer and expansive. No other SUV or plug-in hybrid offered them from what I remember. Even the Q5 didnt, but its optioned the same cost $8k more than my G2.
The exterior is great too. I tinted the windows AND the privacy glass. In Elite Blue Metallic, it is lighter than i thought, but the contrast with the tint is amazing and I always walk up proud of the color choice. My other vehicles are usually dark and basic, so this marks a change. I've heard that water runs down the cabin- likely due to the slots for the cargo hatch hinges. I'll just get it handwashed. Not much difference versus $20 for the machine that can scrap and scratch paint. I havent tried the deicing nozzle washers yet and other new external features. I do like having the foot-activated hatch, but I've seen it only go halfway up on its own.
Im 1300 miles in, having ordered it, and I'm fairly impressed. Not only do the other luxuries not offer the massaging seats, the gas mileage is amazing too. I know the 78-e rating, but Im not able to charge up the 12v while at work, so to maintain 58 mpge during the break-in period, I'm satisfied. I expected it to go up and will update the review at 10k miles.
Im now almost at 20k miles. I hate if I start and throw it into drive too quickly, the check engine light comes on lol. If i leave the charge door open, the light comes on. Really, that's about the best I can do. I will get different and better tires when I get to 40k miles. The wireless charger works well. The adaptive cruise and lane centering work well. Massaging seats AMAZING!!
BIG UPDATE!!!
4/6/23 945 pm after driving over ten hours from GA to IL, I pulled into my mom's drive.
4/7/23 115 pm after sitting overnight, i go to the post office. One minute later, I notice the check engine light snuck on. The engine is now warming. 5 minutes later, I pull up at the post office after that short drive. The car tells me the engine is too warm. I let the car sit. 30 minutes later, I pull off, only to pull over again after about 2 minutes. Call around. Find a dealer. Take it there the next morning. The idiot tech said I broke it in a crash. lol. Not so. but its my fault. Will need a new battery for $15k, with a 2-3 month wait time. NOPE!! Drive back to family home. Found another dealer. Properly diagnosed the coolant hose leaked. Not sure why or how. But it was not my impact. Yet I paid for EVERYTHING out of pocket once Lincoln decided at day 44 I was on the hook. I got BBB involved. Paid $2537 on everything. experience cut my side income. made things tight. 6/9 I get the car back. Engine is running warm at times in EV mode, but its not so bad. 9/5 I total the car getting off the exit. I feel like 26 air bags deployed!!! i walked away. WIll be getting a 2021 to replace it. Yes, I'm eager to see it, as many said the 21 GT had better quality than the '22. I do not regret a MOMENT of time in this car. Why else would I scourer the entire US using autotrader to find the one I wanted, the color I wanted, with an extra feature or two to replace the factory ordered Corsair that replaced my brand new MKZ hybrid that had one dumb mechanical issue with the cruise??? I'm must concerned that hose may break again. STILL five stars!! honda and toyota have isolated things like this in a few thousand cars a year too.
By the way, EVERY solitary moment in that car has been amazing!!! Why else would i prefer it over less expensive, used luxury PHEVs that cost $30k vs 40k???
4/5 stars, I now own a vehicle that is smarter than I am
Ron,
Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT)
I have only owned this vehicle for about a week as of this writing, so it is too early for an accurate review. But my first impression is mostly favorable, unlike some other reviews that I have read online. The vehicle has started out tight and rattle-free with plenty of power and comfort. It has all of the option packages which make it even more complicated than the base plug-in hybrid … version. I will be going through the 673 page owners manual for some time it would seem.
One thing I would have preferred is less plastic in the interior. Granted it is mostly in the areas that you do not readily see. But still, this is supposed to be a luxury SUV. Also, the fact that a rear cargo cover is optional and an engine appearance cover isn't even available at all doesn't gel with the premium price that you have to pay for this vehicle. And finally, this vehicle only has Sync 3. I think that all Lincoln models should have been the first Ford products to get Sync 4 befitting their luxury status.
But what are you going to do? I knew all of this going in and I still bought the vehicle anyway. Every time I gaze upon her beautiful ocean drive blue exterior and sandstone interior, all is forgiven. Whoever said that buying a vehicle was always based on rational decisions anyway?
5/5 stars, Lincoln Grand Touring
Okladoug,
Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT)
I replaced my 2022 Lincoln Aviator Reserve with a 2022 Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring. The all electric drive has ranged from 34 to 46 miles. With the adaptive suspension it soaks up road imperfections and rides and drives like a larger vehicle. It is quiet and very comfortable and has lots of room. I enjoy charging at home rarely buying gas during the month. I didn't get any other … options since I felt the Grand Touring is already loaded with features. I also saved $5,000 off msrp making it a great deal at $48,000 .
5/5 stars, 2022 Lincoln Corsair
Chris and Brandon,
Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT)
Very nice interior, large moon roof, good size touch screen, distortion free radio, all wheel drive
Nice fit and finish, supple leather seats
Good back seat leg room, very good pickup and start up from a dead stop, great gas mileage
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2022 Lincoln Corsair video
[MUSIC PLAYING] WILL KAUFMAN: The 2020 Lincoln Corsair is based on the new Ford Escape, but the days of just swapping the badges out and going for cocktails are long gone, and the Corsair is a proper Lincoln. Lincoln swears that the Corsair is named after the Latin word for, "course" and not the notorious pirates and privateers, but they can't dictate my head canon. So before we take a look at Lincoln's all new Pirate SUV, make sure to subscribe here for more videos and check out edmunds.com for all your car research and shopping needs. There's not a lot of escape left in the Corsair. You can see the doors get this deep contouring designed to evoke a more organic feel. Upfront, the Corsair inherits Lincoln's trademark grille, and around back there's the tailgate spanning tail lights. Overall, it looks a lot better and a lot more upscale than the new Escape. Two engine options will be available at launch behind that big grille, and a plug-in hybrid electric power train will be joining them at a later date. The Corsair's base engine will be a 2-liter turbo charged four cylinder, putting out 250 horsepower and 275 pound feet of torque. That's the same as the top tier engine option in the Ford Escape. The Corsair will also let you opt for a 2.3-liter turbo charged four cylinder that puts out 280 horsepower and 310 pound feet of torque. The base engine will come standard with front-wheel drive with all-wheel drive as an option, and the 2.3 liter will only be available with all-wheel drive. Both put their power down through an 8-speed automatic transmission. Before we hop inside the Corsair, there's one more feature to introduce. Lincoln will now let you set your phone up as a key that will not only let you lock and unlock the doors, but start and stop the engine, roll down the windows, things like that. It will also remember your preferences, so when you hop in the car it'll be setup just the way you want, regardless of who was driving at last. Lincoln has really stepped up their interior game, recently. As you can see here, with this long flowing dash, the floating control console, and these crisp screens. Interior touch points have also been treated with premium feeling materials. Although, you don't have to go too far to find hard plastics. The 8-inch touchscreen come standard and it's running Ford's sync 3 system, but it's been re-skinned by Lincoln to look a little different. This car is also equipped with a 12-inch digital display for the gauge cluster and a big color heads up display that Lincoln says you'll be able to see even if you're wearing polarized sunglasses. The upgraded seats in the Corsair are 24-way perfect position seats. Now in other Lincolns you can get the 30-way seats. I've always found those a little overcomplicated. I actually think these are more comfortable. There are a few more unique features I wanted to point out. The prompts for the steering wheel controls change as you select different menus, so it makes it easier to understand what you need to do. The push to talk button has also been moved up here onto the steering wheel, where your thumb would normally fall if you're driving at 10 and 2. The backseat has a lot of Ford Escape in it, but that's not a bad thing, as you know if you watched Dan Edmund's first look at the Escape. The seat can slide forwards and backwards about six inches, depending on whether you want more cargo room or more leg room. Which means, the Corsair gets up to 38.6 inches of rear seat leg room. There's a lot of space back there. I also appreciate that the seat will stop in between its extremes. You don't have to either have all or nothing. There is a full suite of active safety features that come standard, and active driver aids will be an optional add on. Things like active park assist, that doesn't even require you to touch the accelerator or brake. All of those are accessed via hard buttons here on the dash, which makes it easy to find all the settings and reduces some of the clutter in the cabin. The Corsair is looking very promising. But the one big question mark is the price. We've seen that other Lincolns can get kind of costly as you start adding on features and options, so we'll have to wait and see how the course there lines up against its competitors. To make sure you get all the latest news about the Corsair and other vehicles, subscribe right here.
2020 Lincoln Corsair First Look | New York Auto Show
NOTE: This video is about the 2020 Lincoln Corsair, but since the 2022 Lincoln Corsair is part of the same generation, our earlier analysis still applies.
Lincoln gave us a chance to get up close and personal with the 2020 Lincoln Corsair, the replacement for the MKC, before its debut at the New York Auto Show. It may be based on the Ford Escape, but Lincoln didn't just slap a new badge on and call it a day. The exterior is more… striking, while the interior has benefitted from Lincoln's upscale design and materials.
2022 Lincoln Corsair Features Specs
Plug-in Hybrid
Total MSRP | $53,005 |
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EV Tax Credits & Rebates | $4,000 |
Engine Type | Plug-in hybrid |
EPA Electric Range | 28 miles |
Combined MPGe (Electric + Gas) | 78 MPGeMPGe is the official metric that the EPA uses to measure the efficiency of alternative-fuel (including electric) vehicles. Just like regular MPG shows how far a car will travel on one gallon of gas, MPGe shows how far a vehicle will drive on 33.7kWh of electricity - the energy equivalent of one gallon of gasoline. Combined MPGe is the combined total of 45% city MPGe + 55% highway MPGe. |
Cost to Drive | $103/month |
Total Charging Time (240V) | 3.5 hours |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 26.9 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |

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Safety
Our experts’ favorite Corsair safety features:
- Evasive Steering Assist
- If you suddenly swerve to avoid an obstacle, it helps to avoid the obstacle and to stabilize the vehicle.
- Rear Automatic Braking
- Brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle.
- Forward Collision Mitigation
- Warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios.
NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating | Rating |
---|---|
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | 5 / 5 |
Side Crash Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Side Barrier Rating | Rating |
Overall | 5 / 5 |
Driver | 5 / 5 |
Passenger | 5 / 5 |
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings | Rating |
Front Seat | 5 / 5 |
Back Seat | 5 / 5 |
Rollover | Rating |
Rollover | 4 / 5 |
Dynamic Test Result | No Tip |
Risk Of Rollover | 16.9% |
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test | Good |
---|---|
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test | Good |
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original | Good |
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated | Not Tested |
Side Impact Test – Original | Marginal |
Side Impact Test – Updated | Marginal |
Roof Strength Test | Good |
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint | Good |
FAQ
Is the Lincoln Corsair a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2022 Corsair both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.6 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Corsair has 26.9 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Lincoln Corsair. Learn more
What's new in the 2022 Lincoln Corsair?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2022 Lincoln Corsair:
- Minor revisions to features and package content
- Part of the first Corsair generation introduced for 2020
Is the Lincoln Corsair reliable?
To determine whether the Lincoln Corsair is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Corsair. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Corsair's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2022 Lincoln Corsair a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2022 Lincoln Corsair is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2022 Corsair and gave it a 7.6 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2022 Corsair is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2022 Lincoln Corsair?
The least-expensive 2022 Lincoln Corsair is the 2022 Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $51,810.
Other versions include:
- Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT) which starts at $51,810
What are the different models of Lincoln Corsair?
If you're interested in the Lincoln Corsair, the next question is, which Corsair model is right for you? Corsair variants include Grand Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.5L 4cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid EVT). For a full list of Corsair models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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