2022 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid

With the introduction of the Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid, the brand continued its renaissance by offering a range of models that are good enough to take the fight directly to its European rivals. The standard Corsair is perhaps the weakest link, as it retails for the same sort of money but doesn't offer the same quality levels or engaging driving experience, as we've found in previous Corsair reviews. The same is true for the Corsair Hybrid which promises greater gas mileage. Lincoln only offers it in one trim, limiting its potential to go up against more attractive options like the BMW X3 Hybrid and the Volvo XC60 Recharge plug-in hybrid. Lincoln's 266-horsepower powertrain is below par when it comes to power output and smoothness, but is its cosseting driving experience enough to make up for this?

For any car to be labeled good, it has to have at least one unique selling point. The Lincoln crossover has one, but not a particularly good one. Its electric-only range is 28 miles, better than the Volvo XC60 Recharge (19 miles) and Audi Q5 Hybrid (23 miles). However, both European rivals provide more power at a similar price point.

The Lincoln's main problem is its lackluster powertrain. It may return 33 mpg combined on gas alone and a 78 MPGe combined, but the 2.5-liter naturally-aspirated four-pot and single electric motor just don't deliver the kind of performance you'd expect from a $50,000 vehicle in the USA. We appreciate the impressive interior, the ample cargo space, and the high levels of safety, but the same could be said about its rivals. The Corsair Hybrid would benefit significantly from a lower trim model. With a price advantage, it would make a lot more sense, but as it currently stands, the only reason to buy the Corsair is that you want to buy American.

The 2022 Lincoln Corsair plug-in hybrid SUV is only available in Grand Touring trim, which comes with an MSRP of $50,330 - $60 cheaper than last year. This excludes the destination fee of $1,095 in the US. The starting price of the Lincoln Corsair hybrid sees it come at close to the prices of the Audi Q5 PHEV ($54,600) and the Volvo XC60 Recharge ($54,250). The cost of the Lincoln Corsair will increase even further if you option it up with the available extras.