CPO Spotlight: 2022 Lincoln Corsair

Lincoln Corsair Quick Facts

• Original starting price: $37,775 (including a $1,195 destination fee)
• Class: Compact Luxury SUV
• Seating capacity: 5
• Fuel economy: 25 mpg combined

Introduction

Now in its third year after replacing the popular Lincoln MKC, the 5-seater retains the brand’s sleek design language. It comes in three trim levels: base, Reserve, and Grand Touring. The Corsair also features three powertrain options, comprising a plug-in hybrid system and two turbocharged engines, each developing plenty of horsepower for this compact luxury SUV.

With standard front-wheel drive (FWD) or available all-wheel drive (AWD), the Corsair gives buyers plenty of options to meet their driving preferences. For the 2022 model year, it enjoys a few updates, including a new luxury package for the Reserve and Grand Touring variants that most prominently adds a Revel 13-speaker premium audio system. Additionally, a panoramic sunroof becomes standard equipment on the Reserve trim. The Lincoln Corsair brings luxury to the forefront to compete in a strong class of luxury compact crossover SUVs.

Lincoln CPO Warranty Program Highlights  

• Limited Warranty: Six years from the original new-car warranty start date or 100,000 miles on the odometer (whichever happens first)
• Powertrain Warranty: Six years from the original new-car warranty start date or 100,000 miles on the odometer (whichever happens first)
• Roadside Assistance: 24/7 concurrent with Limited Warranty
• Available extended service plan packages
• Buying a Certified Pre-Owned Lincoln  

KBB Review Highlights

The Corsair competes with a tough group that includes the Cadillac XT4, Lexus NX, Acura RDX, and Audi Q5. Although the Lincoln Corsair looks elevated and elegant, it has the heart of a sports car. This compact luxury SUV offers three powertrain options — a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) model and two turbocharged gas engines — that put out plenty of horsepower.

Space is abundant for a 5-seater. The dash is wide and anchored with a digital instrument panel and an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen. It uses the brand’s SYNC 3 infotainment system, which features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility standard. The cabin is quiet, insulated from engine noise, and finely finished. Seating is comfortable, with a sliding rear seat allowing easy access and additional leg room or cargo space.

The Corsair starts with a turbocharged 250-horsepower 2.0-liter 4-cylinder and builds from there. You can upgrade to a 295-hp 2.3-liter 4-cylinder engine with an 8-speed automatic transmission or a 266-hp 2.5-liter PHEV with an all-electric range of around 28 miles. Fuel economy is excellent with a 78-MPGe rating and a 33-mpg combined rating for the plug-in model. The gas-powered models aren’t too shabby either, boasting 25 mpg combined for the 2.0-liter with front-wheel drive. It drops to 24 mpg combined with all-wheel drive. The 2.3-liter version with all-wheel drive posts 25 mpg combined.

Abundant driver assistance and convenience features, like USB charging ports, a power liftgate, and push-button start, come standard. Notable features like Phone as Key technology and Co-Pilot 360, which brings automatic emergency braking, lane-keep assist, blind-spot monitor with cross-traffic alert, and automatic high-beam headlights, are standard, even at the base Standard trim.

Learn more about the 2022 Lincoln Corsair in our Expert Review

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