First Drive: 2020 Lincoln Corsair Is Stylish and Refined
The all-new luxury compact SUV is pleasing to drive and easy on the eyes
The all-new Corsair replaces Lincoln’s previous luxury compact SUV, the MKC. The Corsair was developed as an upscale version of the also all-new 2020 Ford Escape, but thanks to its luxurious, high-quality cabin, you won’t mistake the Lincoln for its less expensive cousin.
The Corsair is Lincoln’s smallest SUV, slotting below the luxury midsized Nautilus. It’s intended to compete with luxury compact SUVs such as its crosstown rival, the Cadillac XT5, as well as the Audi Q5, BMW X3, Lexus NX, and Volvo XC60.
Update: Since this first drive was originally published in November 2019, we finished testing the Corsair.
See the complete Lincoln Corsair road test.
What we bought: 2020 Lincoln Corsair Reserve AWD
Powertrain: 250-hp, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine; eight-speed automatic transmission; all-wheel drive
MSRP: $44,830
Options: $4,845, which includes Elements package, Lincoln Co-Pilot360 Plus, and Active Park Assist Plus
Destination fee: $995
Total cost: $49,920
