Model overview

The Lincoln Corsair is a compact premium crossover produced by Lincoln, substituting the MKC.

The Corsair was unveiled on April 17, 2019, at the New York Auto Show and shares its platform with the 2020 Ford Escape. With Lincoln's new naming strategy the Corsair follows the Lincoln Nautilus (earlier known as the Lincoln MKX), Lincoln Aviator, Lincoln Continental, and Lincoln Navigator. The title "corsair" was earlier used on Ford Motor Company including the Edsel Corsair and the British Ford Corsair.

As of 2019 when sales began the Corsair is offered in gasoline and plug-in hybrid models.

The Corsair is offered in two trim levels with two engine options. The Standard Corsair comes powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder producing 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque. It comes with front-wheel drive and paired to 8-speed automatic transmission. The other trim is powered by a powerful turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder (295 hp and 310 lb-ft of torque) that is only available with all-wheel drive.

Lincoln Corsair known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints owners have about the Lincoln Corsair are:

• Cabin materials are premium but build is not
• Poor leg and headroom in the back
• Harsh shifts with the 2.0-liter engine
• Option packages instantly increase the cost

Lincoln Corsair PDF owner manual

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