2021 Lincoln Corsair

History/Overview

Introduced in 2020, the Corsair is Lincoln’s compact luxury crossover successor to the MKC sold from 2015 through 2019. It is the brand’s smallest and least expensive model.

What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year

For 2021, the Corsair gains a new top-end Grand Touring trim powered by a plug-in hybrid powertrain. There are also some new appearance options.

Available Trims

Lincoln offers the Corsair in Standard, Reserve, and Grand Touring trims. Standard and Reserve use a 2.0L turbo four-cylinder engine, and Reserve can be optioned with a stronger 2.3L turbo; both gas-only model use an eight-speed automatic transmission. Grand Touring’s plug-in setup matches a 2.5L four-cylinder and an electric motor whose combined power flows through a continuously variable transmission. All Corsair models include AWD.

Standard Features

Outside, the Corsair Standard gets heated/power-adjustable/power-folding side mirrors, a power tailgate, LED head- and taillights, 18-inch wheels, and passive keyless entry.

Inside, there’s dual-zone A/C, push-button engine start, active noise control, leather steering wheel, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, garage door remote, a 6.5-inch digital gauge display and an 8.0-inch infotainment screen with navigation, a 10-speaker stereo, and 10-way heated/power front seats.

All Corsair models come with the Co-Pilot360 suite, comprising automatic high beams, blind spot monitoring with cross-traffic alert, lane keeping assist, and backup sensors.

Corsair Reserve and Grand Touring add a hands-free tailgate, Bridge of Weir leather upholstery, a driver’s side auto-dimming mirror, a panoramic sunroof, roof rack side rails, fog lights, 19-inch wheels, ambient lighting, electric steering column adjustments, a frameless rearview mirror, a 12.3-inch full digital gauge cluster, and a 14-speaker stereo.

Key Options

Lincoln Corsair options include a 360-degree camera system; wood interior trim; a heated steering wheel; evasive steering assist; forward sensing and rear brake assist; 24-way power front seats; and front-seat ventilation and heated rear seats. These items and others are bundled into various packages.

Fuel Economy

Lincoln’s fuel consumption estimates for the Corsair are 11.1/8.1 L/100 km (city/highway) with the 2.0L models, and 11.1/8.3 for 2.3L versions. Grand Touring’s hybrid setup is rated for 6.9/7.3 L/100 km (city/highway) when running in gas-electric mode, and 3.0 Le/100 km in EV mode with a full charge of the battery.

Competition

The Corsair competes against a significant number of other upscale compact crossovers. In no particular order, they are the BMW X3, Audi Q5, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Porsche Macan, Cadillac XT5, Buick Envision, Genesis GV70, Lexus NX, Acura RDX, Infiniti QX50, Land Rover Discovery, Jaguar E-Pace, Volvo XC60, and the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.