DecodedCars2025 Lincoln Corsair
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl, 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Part-time 4-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Plug-in Hybrid, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 33 combined · 34 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 181.1 in
- Curb weight
- 3,699–3,858 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 7 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 33 MPG combined — 29% better than the average 2025 small SUV (25.6 MPG).
- Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- 7 recallsMore than similar models (about 2). Confirm repairs with the VIN.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 32 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Lincoln Corsair is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and part-time 4-wheel drive, front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 181 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,858 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 33 MPG combined (34 city / 32 highway), 29% better than the 2025 small SUV average of 25.6 MPG, for an estimated $2,050 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 7 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2025
- New plug-in hybrid version
- Engine added: 2.5L 4-cyl
- Best combined MPG up from 25 to 33
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Corsair →
Trims, performance & features
Engine–2.5L plug-in hybrid
Engine–2.0L turbo
DriveAWD/4WD
Trims
Grand TouringPremiereReserve
Safety & driver-assist features
Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringOptional
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes
Built in: Louisville, Kentucky
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2025 Corsair configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 181.1 in | 74.4 in | 64.2 in | 106.7 in | 62.6 / 63.4 in | 3,858 lb | 56/44 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 181.1 in | 74.4 in | 64.2 in | 106.7 in | 62.6 / 63.4 in | 3,699 lb | 58/42 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corsair AWD PHEV Plug-in Hybrid | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic (variable gear ratios) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 34 / 32 / 33 | +29% | $2,050 | 122 |
| Corsair FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | -14% | $2,700 | 357 |
| Corsair AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 28 / 24 | -6% | $2,800 | 374 |
6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
6/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25.6 MPG2025 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Lincoln Corsair.
Similar 2025 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Lincoln Corsair (this car) | 33 MPG | Not rated | 7 |
| 2025 Tesla Model Y | 337 mi | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2025 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 9 |
| 2025 Porsche Macan | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Audi Q5 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 BMW X1 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Volvo XC60 | 28 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (7)
Engine And Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) · Mar 3, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V122000 · 47,804 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Feb 17, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V091000 · 25,237 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Ford Escape and 2023-2026 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid vehicles. A manufacturing defect in one or more of the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit and battery failure.
- Risk
- Battery failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. Battery failure can also increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the battery energy control module (BECM) and hybrid powertrain control module (HPCM) software, free of charge. Owners are advised to only use "Auto EV" mode and will be instructed by mail to limit the maximum charge of the battery until the remedy has been completed. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC4. This recall expands previous recall numbers 24V954 and 25V489. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 18, 2026.
Seat Belts › Rear/Other › Retractor · Dec 12, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V862000 · 780 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- An improperly secured seat belt retractor may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and secure, or replace the seat belt retractor bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 26, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C68. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 15, 2025.
Visibility › Windshield · Oct 24, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V730000 · 56,841 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Lincoln Corsair, Lincoln Aviator, and Explorer vehicles. The windshield glass may have visible air bubbles, which can obscure the driver's visibility. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 205, "Glazing Materials."
- Risk
- Reduced visibility while driving can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 6, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 27, 2025.
Exterior Lighting · Oct 10, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V688000 · 84 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. Water may leak into the left and right rear combination lights, possibly resulting in a loss of reverse light, tail light, brake light, or rear turn signal function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Loss of rear lighting functions can reduce vehicle visibility and fail to alert other drivers that the vehicle is braking, turning, or reversing, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and replace the rear combination light assemblies, as necessary, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C53. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater · May 23, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V343000 · 6,781 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
- Risk
- An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Jan 31, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V049000 · 298 vehicles
- Problem
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco Sport, Escape, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 126, 108, 135, 138, 208, and 305.
- Risk
- An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C02.
Not every 2025 Lincoln Corsair is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
8Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
5,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Lincoln Corsair buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 7 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 2 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Engine And Engine Cooling — 1 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 5,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Lincoln Corsair. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Corsair years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Corsair | 33 | 181.1 in | Not rated | 5 | 0 |
| 2024 Corsair | 25 | 181.1 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 27 |
| 2023 Corsair | 33 | 181.1 in | ★★★★★ | 10 | 23 |
| 2022 Corsair | 33 | 180.7 in | ★★★★★ | 20 | 58 |
| 2021 Corsair | 33 | 180.7 in | ★★★★★ | 23 | 43 |
| 2020 Corsair | 25 | 180.7 in | ★★★★★ | 16 | 61 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →