2026 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid Review, Pricing, and Specs

Car and Driver

16-06-2025

Overview
Lincoln's most fuel-efficient offering is the 2026 Corsair Hybrid, which takes the standard Corsair model, juices it up with a little more power, and adds a plug. The plug-in hybrid powertrain combines a four-cylinder gas engine with two electric motors for a total of 266 horsepower. Performance and handling aren't anything to celebrate here, but the Lincoln's well-cushioned ride will win favor with drivers who prioritize comfort. The Corsair Hybrid's onboard battery pack holds enough juice for up to 27 miles of electric range, but extracting that many miles requires careful driving. It's better to just drive the Corsair Hybrid casually and enjoy the comfortable seats, which can be optioned as 24-way power-adjustable thrones with massage.
What's New for 2026?
Lincoln has made no changes to the Corsair Hybrid for 2026.
Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2026 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid is expected to start around $56,000.
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The Corsair Grand Touring hybrid is only available in a single trim. It is positioned at the top of the lineup and comes well-equipped, so we'd take it easy with options. The Collection II bundle adds some additional luxuries that elevate the experience, including a heated steering wheel, hands-free liftgate, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a wireless charging pad, so we'd add that and call it a day.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
The Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring pairs a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gas engine with two electric motors for a total system output of 266 horsepower; that's 16 horses more than you get from the Corsair's standard turbocharged 2.0-liter four. Power from the gas engine is delivered through a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT) and all-wheel drive comes standard. While the Corsair Grand Touring is adequately quick for day-to-day driving, rival PHEV crossovers are quicker. The GT exhibits similar road manners to the nonhybrid, complete with a pillowy ride and uninspired steering feel.
0–60-MPH Times
At our test track, the PHEV model managed to reach 60 mph in 6.2 seconds, which is just 0.1 second behind the nonhybrid model.
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Towing and Payload Capacity
The Corsair Hybrid is rated to tow up to 2000 pounds. That's less than the nonhybrid model, which can tow up to 3000 pounds.
Range, Charging, and Battery Life
Thanks to its 14.4-kWh battery, the Corsair Grand Touring can travel up to 27 miles on electric power alone—as long as you go easy on the right pedal. Prod it too hard in EV mode, and the gas engine will fire up for assistance. In our real-world 75-mph highway range test, we achieved 19 miles on a full charge. By toggling to the Preserve EV mode, the GT uses the gas power plant and regenerative braking to maintain the battery's charge for later use. When the pack is depleted, Lincoln says it takes about 10 to 11 hours to recharge via a standard 110-volt outlet and three to four hours from a 240-volt outlet.
Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG
The EPA hasn't released any fuel economy information for the 2026 Corsair Hybrid yet, but the 2025 model earned ratings of 34 mpg city, 32 mpg highway, and 33 mpg combined. In our real-world 75-mph highway fuel economy test, we achieved 53 MPGe in EV mode and 31 mpg in hybrid mode. That puts the Corsair Grand Touring squarely mid-pack among its peers, including the more efficient Lexus NX450h+ and less efficient Volvo XC60 T8 Recharge. MPGe stands for miles per gallon of gas equivalent, an EPA metric that estimates PHEV and EV vehicle fuel efficiency. For more information about the Corsair Grand Touring's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The Corsair boasts a handsome cabin that's similar to those in other SUV offerings from Lincoln, such as the Navigator, Nautilus, and Aviator. It's upholstered in soft leather and offers plenty of features. Adjustable ambient lighting, 24-way power-adjustable seats, a head-up display, and an app that allows users to unlock, lock, and start the vehicle with their smartphone are all available—although ordering such items will add a princely sum to the bottom line. Surprisingly, Lincoln says a top-spec Black Label model of the Corsair is not in the cards. The Corsair's cargo bay is generously sized. We managed to fit eight carry-on suitcases behind the rear seats. Lowering the rear seatbacks opens up enough room for 21 cases in total.
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Infotainment and Connectivity
A 13.2-inch infotainment display running Lincoln's most up-to-date software is standard, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge display also comes on every model. Although there is a bit of a learning curve, the interface is easy to use, with joysticks on the steering wheel and voice-activated navigation helping the driver avoid reaching for the screen too often. The Grand Touring features a standard Revel 14-speaker audio system that comes with SiriusXM along with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration.
Safety and Driver-Assistance Features
The Corsair hybrid comes standard with a suite of driver-assistance features that Lincoln calls Co-Pilot360, but unlocking high-tech assists such as a self-parking feature or a hands-free driving mode called BlueCruise requires springing for an option package. For more information about the Corsair hybrid's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:
Standard automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection
Standard lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist
Standard adaptive cruise control
Warranty and Maintenance Coverage
Lincoln's standard powertrain warranty is more generous than its German rivals. Buyers of nonhybrid Black Label models are treated to a four-year/50,000-mile complimentary scheduled maintenance plan, but because the Corsair isn't offered in the Black Label trim, its buyers will have to go out of pocket for all oil changes, tire rotations, and the like.
Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
Powertrain warranty covers six years or 70,000 miles
Hybrid components are covered for eight years or 100,000 miles
No complimentary scheduled maintenance
Specifications
Specifications
2025 Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring AWD
Vehicle Type: front-engine, front- and rear-motor, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon
PRICE
Base/As Tested: $55,860/$68,820
POWERTRAIN
DOHC 16-valve 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle inline-4, 163 hp, 155 lb-ft + 2 AC motors, 129 and 67 hp, 173 and 111 lb-ft (combined output: 266 hp; 11-kWh [C/D est] lithium-ion battery pack; 3.3-kW onboard charger)
Transmissions, F/R: continuously variable automatic/direct-drive
CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: struts/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 12.1-in vented disc/11.9-in vented disc
Continental CrossContact LX Sport
245/45R-20 99V M+S
DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 106.7 in
Length: 181.4 in
Width: 76.4 in
Height: 63.8 in
Passenger Volume, F/R: 55/46 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind F/R: 56/27 ft3
Curb Weight: 4542 lb
C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 6.2 sec
100 mph: 16.5 sec
1/4-Mile: 14.8 sec @ 95 mph
120 mph: 26.7 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 6.3 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 3.1 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 4.2 sec
Top Speed (gov ltd): 121 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 160 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 0.83 g
C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 28 MPGe
75-mph Highway Driving, EV/Hybrid Mode: 53 MPGe/31 mpg
75-mph Highway Range, EV/Hybrid mode: 19/340 mi
EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway, Gasoline: 33/32/34 mpg
Combined, Gasoline + Electricity: 76 MPGe
EV Range: 27 mi
C/D TESTING EXPLAINED
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