2019 Lincoln Corsair SUV. 1st generation
The 2019 Lincoln Corsair is a renamed and improved Lincoln MKC based on the successful Ford Escape. The Corsair is the entry-level Lincoln SUV, the most affordable of all Lincoln models, able to compete with the compact crossovers from premium European brands, including the BMW X3 and the Mercedes GLC. Those who choose the Corsair are by no means guided by cost considerations.
Design
The 2019/2020 Lincoln Corsair is an excellent example of Lincoln design, which is also used for such new models of the brand as the Nautilus, Aviator and Navigator. The Corsair is the most compact of the Lincoln models, but retains all the family traits, including a massive front face, a large grille, muscular hood contours and door lines. The front face is visually well balanced by the well-thought-out stern. Compared to the MKC model, the Corsair is taller, slightly ‘more composed’ and more aerodynamic. It is less aggressive and at the same time looks more formidable, but not bulky.
Interior
The Corsair is a typical Lincoln model. Actually, this is all you need to know about the interior. It is luxurious, finished with natural wood, featuring soft surfaces, chrome-plated switches and noble colors. Lincoln put a particular focus on the soundproofing, which turned out to be quite successful. The vehicle comes with a sound-absorbing windshield and front side glass, with the function of active noise cancellation being performed by the stereo system. An advanced division wall is installed between the engine and the passenger compartment, thanks to which the sound of the engine at speeds under 140 km/h feels like the rumbling of a snoring kitten.
Trim levels
The new Lincoln Corsair offers the following trim levels: Corsair, Reserve and Grand Touring. The Corsair trim level includes:
- front drive;
- 18-inch alloy wheels;
- electric rear door;
- dual-zone automatic climate control;
- faux leather upholstery;
- 10-way electrically adjustable seats;
- infotainment system with 8-inch touchscreen;
- Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Wi-Fi;
- remote engine start.
The Corsair Reserve trim level includes all the options offered by the previous version and additionally provides the following:
- 19-inch wheels;
- modernized external lighting;
- improved side mirrors;
- panoramic sunroof;
- leather seats;
- frameless auto-dimming rearview mirror;
- power adjustable steering wheel;
- digital dashboard.
The Grand Touring is the Corsair plug-in hybrid version that includes the same options as the base Corsair, but can additionally offer:
- specially finished 19-inch wheels;
- specially finished grille;
- lower bumper and kick panel in body color;
- set of charging ports;
- audible alarm for pedestrians.
Each Corsair comes with a package of safety options, including forward collision risk mitigation devices, lane departure warning systems, blind spot monitoring system, cross-traffic warning, all-round camera systems, adaptive cruise control, traffic jam assist, evasive steering assist, and automatic parking system.
Engines and chassis
The Corsair is standardly equipped with a 2-liter 4-cylinder in-line engine with 250 hp. All-wheel drive versions come with a 2.3-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with 295 hp. The engines are accompanied by an 8-speed gearbox.
The Lincoln Corsair with a plug-in hybrid powertrain offers an output of 266 hp and a drive range of 25 miles. The hybrid is equipped with a continuously variable transmission (CVT).
The Corsair and the Ford Escape share the same front suspension, but Lincoln adjusted it for a softer, smoother ride. The Lincoln models also feature specially designed steering, adaptive dampers and multi-link rear suspension.
