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2026 Lincoln Corsair

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

Lincoln Corsair
Pictured: 2020 Lincoln Corsair base, front 12.12.20. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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
5 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Excellent fuel economyUp to 33 MPG combined — 27% better than the average 2026 small SUV (25.9 MPG).
  • Plug-in hybrid version availableOffered as a plug-in hybrid as well as gas.
  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • 5 recallsMore than similar models (about 1). Confirm repairs with the VIN.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 25 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2026 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), 27% better than the 2026 small SUV average of 25.9 MPG, for an estimated $2,050 a year in fuel.

It has 5 recall campaigns on file.

What changed for 2026

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 Corsair — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Corsair →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV AWD181.1 in74.4 in64.2 in106.7 in62.6 / 63.4 in3,858 lb56/44
4dr SUV FWD181.1 in74.4 in64.2 in106.7 in62.6 / 63.4 in3,699 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Corsair AWD PHEV Plug-in Hybrid2.5L 4-cylAutomatic (variable gear ratios)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive34 / 32 / 33+27%$2,050122
Corsair FWD2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)Front-Wheel Drive22 / 30 / 25-17%$2,700358
Corsair AWD2.0L 4-cyl turboAutomatic (S8)All-Wheel Drive21 / 28 / 24-7%$2,800376
6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
6/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
25.9 MPG2026 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Lincoln Corsair.

Similar 2026 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2026 Lincoln Corsair (this car)33 MPGNot rated5
2026 Tesla Model Y357 miNot rated8
2026 BMW X329 MPGNot rated2
2026 Porsche Macan21 MPGNot rated0
2026 Audi Q524 MPGNot rated0
2026 BMW X128 MPGNot rated2
2026 Volvo XC6028 MPGNot rated3

Recalls (5)

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Internal › Park Pawl · May 12, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V301000 · 208 vehicles

Problem
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 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk
A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The Secondary On Board Diagnostic Module C (SOBDMC) software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C69. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 15, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V863.
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.
Engine · Dec 1, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V828000 · 6 vehicles

Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Mustang, Lincoln Corsair, and 2025 Maverick vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
Risk
An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components increases the risk of a fire. In addition, the loss of oil can result in engine seizure and loss of motive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly, free of charge. All affected vehicles are still within dealership inventory and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD3. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 24, 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.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2026 Lincoln Corsair is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2026 Lincoln Corsair in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Other Corsair years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2025 Corsair33181.1 inNot rated78
2024 Corsair25181.1 in★★★★★627
2023 Corsair33181.1 in★★★★★1023
2022 Corsair33180.7 in★★★★★2058
2021 Corsair33180.7 in★★★★★2343
2020 Corsair25180.7 in★★★★★1661

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Lincoln. How we calculate this →