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Lincoln Corsair
Car and Driver says most Corsair buyers will find that the base 250-hp turbocharged four-cylinder provides adequate gumption to either the front or all four wheels, but those looking for more can opt for the Corsair Hybrid, Lincoln's most fuel-efficient offering, which takes the standard Corsair and juices it up with a little more power and adds a plug; Lincoln has made no changes to the Corsair Hybrid for 2026. It also notes that because the Corsair isn't offered in the Black Label trim, unlike the Aviator and Navigator, its buyers don't get the four-year/50,000-mile complimentary scheduled maintenance plan and have to pay out of pocket for oil changes, tire rotations, and the like. Wecles confirms Lincoln has decided to keep the Corsair Hybrid unchanged for 2026, equipped with a standard 13.2-inch infotainment display running Lincoln's latest software, standing out as Lincoln's most fuel-efficient model.
Base engine and the hybrid option
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says most Corsair buyers will find that the base 250-hp turbocharged four-cylinder provides adequate gumption to either the front or all four wheels, but those looking for more can opt for the Corsair Hybrid, which takes the standard Corsair and juices it up with a little more power and adds a plug.
No free maintenance, unlike Black Label models
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says because the Corsair isn't offered in the Black Label trim, its buyers don't get the four-year/50,000-mile complimentary scheduled maintenance plan that Black Label buyers receive, and have to pay out of pocket for oil changes, tire rotations, and the like.
An unchanged, efficient hybrid for 2026
Wecles (opens in a new tab) confirms Lincoln has decided to keep the Corsair Hybrid unchanged for 2026, equipped with a standard 13.2-inch infotainment display running Lincoln's latest software, standing out as Lincoln's most fuel-efficient model.
Questions buyers ask
How much horsepower does the base Lincoln Corsair have?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says 250 hp from its turbocharged four-cylinder.
Does the Lincoln Corsair get free maintenance like the Black Label models?
No — Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says the Corsair isn't offered in Black Label trim, so buyers pay out of pocket.
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The 2025 Lincoln Corsair is built around 2.0L turbo four-cylinder or 2.5L plug-in hybrid (Grand Touring), rated at 250 / 266 horsepower across its compact luxury SUV body style.
Explore this topic →02Trims and equipmentThe 2025 U.S. lineup has 3 trims.
Explore this topic →03Towing and capabilityThe 2025 Corsair seats 5 and is a Compact luxury SUV.
Explore this topic →04Safety and ownershipNHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2025 Corsair.
Explore this topic →Current model year
2025 Lincoln Corsair
Premiere and Reserve share the 250-horsepower 2.0L turbo engine; Grand Touring is a distinct plug-in hybrid making 266 hp combined with about 27 miles of electric range.
Read specifications, trims, answers and sourcesModel-year archive
5 indexed Lincoln Corsair model years.
| Model year | Trims | Open record |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lincoln Corsair | 2026 record → | |
| 2025 Lincoln Corsair | 2025 record → | |
| 2024 Lincoln Corsair | 2024 record → | |
| 2021 Lincoln Corsair | 2021 record → | |
| 2020 Lincoln Corsair | 2020 record → |
Background and safety record
What public sources say about the Lincoln Corsair.
The Lincoln Corsair is a compact luxury crossover manufactured by Ford and marketed by its Lincoln brand since 2019, superseding the MKC. The Corsair was Lincoln's best-selling model through 2023.
- Safety
- The Corsair was an IIHS Top Safety Pick for its first 3 years of production. NHTSA crash test ratings (2020): Front Impact Rating: Side Impact Rating: Rollover Rating:
- Powertrain
- The Corsair comes with three engine options. The base engine is a 2.0 L turbocharged 4-cylinder making 250 hp (186 kW) and 275 lb⋅ft of torque and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with either front or all-wheel drive.
Source: Lincoln Corsair (Wikipedia); safety and recall figures from NHTSA.
Lincoln Corsair at a glance
- Model years
- 2020–present
- Assembly
- United States: Louisville, Kentucky (Louisville Assembly Plant), China: Chongqing (Changan Ford)
- Class
- Compact luxury crossover SUV (C)
- Body style
- 5-door SUV
- Layout
- Front-engine, front-wheel-drive layout, Front-engine, front-wheel-drive, Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout, Front-engine, all-wheel-drive
- Platform
- Ford C2
- Electric motor
- 2×permanent magnet synchronous (1×PowerSplit eCVT + 1×rear)
- Battery
- 14.4 kWh NMC Samsung SDI (Grand Touring)
- Electric range
- (Grand Touring, EPA)
- Charging
- AC: 3.3kW SAEJ1772 (Grand Touring)
- Transmission
- 8-speed SelectShift Ford 8F transmission, 8F35/8F40 Automatic transmission, automatic, Continuously variable transmission, eCVT (Grand Touring)
- Wheelbase
- 2710 mm
- Length
- 4608 mm
- Width
- 74.3 in
- Height
- 1630 mm
- Predecessor
- Lincoln MKC
- Related models
- Ford Escape#fourth, Ford Escape/Ford Kuga#third, Kuga, Ford Bronco Sport
- Designer
- Kemal Curić, Shawn Wehrly
NHTSA rated the 2024 Lincoln Corsair overall 5 of 5 stars, front crash 5 of 5 stars, side crash 5 of 5 stars, rollover 4 of 5 stars.
Recent recalls (11 campaigns across the latest model years)
- May 2026, Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Internal:Park Pawl. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Escape and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of… Consequence: A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
- March 2026, Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve). Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power. Consequence: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- December 2025, Seat Belts:Rear/Other:Retractor. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Corsair and Escape vehicles. The seat belt retractors for the left and right rear passenger seats may not be securely fastened. Consequence: An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Owners filed 21 complaints with NHTSA for the 2024 Lincoln Corsair, most often about electrical system (11), air bags (3), forward collision avoidance (3).
Year by year
The Lincoln Corsair across 7 model years.
| Model year | Combined MPG/MPGe | EPA annual fuel cost | EPA records | NHTSA recalls | NHTSA complaints | NHTSA overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Lincoln Corsair | 24–33 | $1,950–$2,700 | 3 | 4 | 5 stars | |
| 2025 Lincoln Corsair | 24–33 | $1,900–$2,600 | 3 | 6 | 5 stars | |
| 2024 Lincoln Corsair | 24–25 | $2,500–$2,600 | 2 | 4 | 19 | 5 stars |
| 2023 Lincoln Corsair | 24–33 | $1,900–$2,600 | 3 | 8 | 14 | 5 stars |
| 2022 Lincoln Corsair | 24–33 | $1,900–$2,600 | 4 | 19 | 34 | 5 stars |
| 2021 Lincoln Corsair | 24–33 | $1,900–$2,600 | 4 | 22 | 34 | 5 stars |
| 2020 Lincoln Corsair | 24–25 | $2,500–$2,600 | 3 | 16 | 60 | 5 stars |
Year-to-year changes
What changed in the Lincoln Corsair, one model year at a time.
| Step | EPA records | Combined MPG/MPGe, midpoint | Electric range, miles | Added | No longer listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 to 2025 | 2 to 3 | 24.5 to 28.5 | first listed: 27 | Labels: Corsair AWD PHEV; Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl PHEV, 2L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Transmissions: Automatic (variable gear ratios); Drives: Part-time 4-Wheel Drive; Fuels: Regular Gas and Electricity | Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI |
| 2023 to 2024 | 3 to 2 | 28.5 to 24.5 | Engines: 2L 4-cyl SIDI | Labels: Corsair AWD PHEV; Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl PHEV, 2L 4-cyl; Transmissions: Automatic (variable gear ratios); Drives: Part-time 4-Wheel Drive; Fuels: Regular Gas and Electricity | |
| 2022 to 2023 | 4 to 3 | 28 to 27 | Engines: 2L 4-cyl | Engines: 2.3L 4-cyl SIDI, 2L 4-cyl SIDI | |
| 2020 to 2021 | 3 to 4 | 24.5 to 28.5 | first listed: 28 | Labels: Corsair AWD PHEV; Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl PHEV; Transmissions: Automatic (variable gear ratios); Drives: Part-time 4-Wheel Drive; Fuels: Regular Gas and Electricity |
Buying used
What the Lincoln Corsair recalls and complaints are about.
| Model year | Campaigns | Systems recalled | Warnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | visibility (windshield); engine; seat belts (rear/other); 1 more | None |
| 2025 | 6 | electrical system (instrument cluster/panel); electrical system; exterior lighting; 3 more | None |
| 2024 | 4 | equipment (other); electrical system (propulsion system); back over prevention (software); 1 more | None |
| 2023 | 8 | engine; fuel system, gasoline (fuel injection system); equipment (other); 4 more | None |
| 2022 | 19 | electrical system (propulsion system); engine and engine cooling; seat belts (front); 7 more | None |
| 2021 | 22 | power train (driveline); fuel system, gasoline (delivery); back over prevention (software); 9 more | None |
| 2020 | 16 | suspension (rear); power train (automatic transmission); back over prevention (sensing system); 5 more | None |
| System | Complaints | Share of all complaints | Worst model year |
|---|---|---|---|
| electrical system | 44 | 27% | 2020 (12) |
| back over prevention | 36 | 22% | 2020 (17) |
| unknown or other | 35 | 22% | 2021 (13) |
| engine | 15 | 9% | 2020 (5) |
| exterior lighting | 11 | 7% | 2020 (6) |
| power train | 11 | 7% | 2021 (5) |
Trim by trim
Every 2026 Lincoln Corsair trim side by side.
| Trim | Drive | Engine | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Combined mpg | Base price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premiere | AWD | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 250 | 275 | 3,836 | 3,000 | 24 | $41,480 |
| Reserve | AWD | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 250 | 275 | 3,836 | 3,000 | 24 | $49,135 |
| Grand Touring | AWD | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | 266 | – | 4,393 | 3,000 | 33 | $55,860 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for the 2026 model year; base price is KBB's national base price where its list carries the trim by the same name. A dash means KBB lists no figure.
Specifications by year
Power, weight and towing for every Lincoln Corsair model year.
| Model year | Trims | Engines | Horsepower | Curb weight (lb) | Max towing (lb) | Fuel tank (gal) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | 250–266 | 3,836–4,393 | 3,000 | 16.2 |
| 2025 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | 250–266 | 3,836–4,393 | 3,000 | 16.2 |
| 2024 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | 250–266 | 3,703–4,532 | 3,000 | 16.2 |
| 2023 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | 250–266 | 3,702–4,398 | 3,000 | 16.2 |
| 2022 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | 250–266 | 3,702–4,398 | 3,000 | 11.2–16.2 |
| 2021 | 3 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) / 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Hybrid) | 250–266 | 3,691–4,398 | 3,000 | 11.2–16.2 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo) | 250 | – | 3,000 | 16.2 |
Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications for each model year. A range covers every trim KBB lists that year; a dash means KBB lists no figure.
Model-year recall record
Lincoln Corsair: which model years carry more or fewer federal safety recalls.
Fewer recalls than this model’s own average
- 2026 Lincoln Corsair : 4 recalls on file (average across published years is 11.3).
- 2024 Lincoln Corsair : 4 recalls on file (average across published years is 11.3).
More recalls than this model’s own average
- 2022 Lincoln Corsair : 19 recalls on file, most commonly affecting backup camera and electrical system.
- 2021 Lincoln Corsair : 22 recalls on file, most commonly affecting backup camera and powertrain.
| Model year | Federal recalls on file | Complaints on file | Recalls most commonly affected |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | not available | visibility/wipers, engine, seat belts, powertrain |
| 2025 | 6 | not available | electrical system, exterior lighting, visibility/wipers, seat belts |
| 2024 | 4 | 19 | equipment, electrical system, backup camera, exterior lighting |
| 2023 | 8 | 14 | engine, electrical system, fuel system, equipment |
| 2022 | 19 | 34 | backup camera, electrical system, seat belts, engine |
| 2021 | 22 | 34 | backup camera, powertrain, electrical system, seat belts |
| 2020 | 16 | 60 | backup camera, seat belts, equipment, suspension |
| 2019 | not available | ||
| 2018 | not available | ||
| 2017 | not available | ||
| 2016 | not available | ||
| 2015 | not available |
Method: recall counts and their affected components come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API, queried by exact make, model and model year. Complaint counts come from the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API, same query pattern. Data pulled 2026-09-04.
Known gap: the NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Lincoln Corsair model years 2025, 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream, not returning a genuine zero. Those years are marked "not available" above instead of shown as clean; recall counts for those years are unaffected and come from the separate recalls API, which returned data for every year listed.
Check open recalls by VIN for one particular vehicle.
Q01Is there a best year to buy a Lincoln Corsair?
Recall count alone can't answer that: it says nothing about a specific vehicle's price, mileage, accident history or maintenance record. What federal data can say: 2026, 2024 carried fewer recalls than this model's own average, while 2022, 2021 carried more. See the model-year table on this page for the exact counts and what they cover.
Q02Which Lincoln Corsair model years should I watch for recalls?
The 2022 Lincoln Corsair has 19 federal recalls on file, most commonly affecting backup camera, electrical system, seat belts; The 2021 Lincoln Corsair has 22 federal recalls on file, most commonly affecting backup camera, powertrain, electrical system. Always confirm the open/completed status of every campaign for the specific VIN: a recall on this list may already be repaired on the vehicle in front of you.
Q03Which Lincoln Corsair model years have the cleanest federal recall record?
The 2026 Lincoln Corsair has 4 recalls on file; The 2024 Lincoln Corsair has 4 recalls on file: below this model's own average of 11.3. A shorter list on file as of this page's data pull is not a guarantee against a future recall.
Q04What are common recall-related problems on the Lincoln Corsair by model year?
2026: visibility/wipers, engine, seat belts, powertrain. 2025: electrical system, exterior lighting, visibility/wipers, seat belts. 2024: equipment, electrical system, backup camera, exterior lighting. 2023: engine, electrical system, fuel system, equipment. 2022: backup camera, electrical system, seat belts, engine. 2021: backup camera, powertrain, electrical system, seat belts.
Q05Why do some Lincoln Corsair model years show "not available" for complaints?
The NHTSA complaints API did not return data for Lincoln Corsair model years 2025, 2026 when queried for this page: the request itself failed upstream instead of the count genuinely being zero. Recall counts for those years are unaffected; they come from a separate NHTSA endpoint that returned data for every year listed.
Diagnosing one of these symptoms? The recalled systems above map to this site’s own ownership desks: general, evidence-first guidance that applies regardless of whether the specific vehicle in front of you was ever part of a recall campaign: Climate and electrical, Buying, records and recalls, Brakes, tires and steering, Transmission and drivetrain, Engine and cooling.
2022 Lincoln Corsair owners specifically: see Climate and electrical and Buying, records and recalls and Engine and cooling.
2021 Lincoln Corsair owners specifically: see Climate and electrical and Transmission and drivetrain and Buying, records and recalls.
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Frequent questions
Answers with their conditions intact.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 Corsair come in?
The 2025 Lincoln Corsair (compact luxury SUV) comes in 3 trims: Premiere, Reserve, Grand Touring.
Q02What are the 2025 Corsair trims?
The 2025 Lincoln Corsair trims are Premiere, Reserve, Grand Touring, listed from the entry Premiere up to the top Grand Touring.
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 Corsair use?
The 2025 Lincoln Corsair is built around 2.0L turbo four-cylinder or 2.5L plug-in hybrid (Grand Touring), rated at 250 / 266 horsepower across its compact luxury SUV body style.
Q04How much horsepower does the 2025 Corsair have?
The 2025 Lincoln Corsair is rated at 250 / 266 horsepower (2.0L turbo four-cylinder or 2.5L plug-in hybrid (Grand Touring)).
Q05Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 Corsair?
The 2025 Lincoln Corsair is offered with FWD / AWD.