# Lincoln Corsair specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2026 - **MPG (combined):** 24-33 - **Drive:** 4WD, AWD, FWD - **Years covered:** 2020-2026 ## Quick answer The 2026 Lincoln Corsair is a small SUV rated at 24-33 mpg combined. Engines: 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo. ## Every 2026 Lincoln Corsair version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | 240V charge | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Corsair AWD PHEV | 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | 4WD | CVT | 34/32 | 33 mpg | 3.2 h | $2,050 | 122 g/mi | | Corsair FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | FWD | Automatic | 22/30 | 25 mpg | -- | $2,700 | 358 g/mi | | Corsair AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | Automatic | 21/28 | 24 mpg | -- | $2,800 | 376 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Lincoln Corsair specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | CVT, Automatic | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 24-33 | | 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic, CVT | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 24-33 | | 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 24-25 | | 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic, CVT | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 24-33 | | 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.3L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic, CVT | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 24-33 | | 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.3L 4-cyl turbo; 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid | Automatic, CVT | 4WD, AWD, FWD | 24-33 | | 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.3L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | AWD, FWD | 24-25 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the Corsair changed over the years? - **2025:** added 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; 4WD became available. - **2024:** dropped 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; 4WD was dropped. - **2023:** dropped 2.3L 4-cyl turbo. - **2021:** added 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; 4WD became available. ## What does it cost to run a Corsair? The EPA puts the 2026 Lincoln Corsair's fuel cost at **$2,050-$2,800 a year**, against about $2,218 for other current small SUVs: roughly 9% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $12,125 in fuel. ## Corsair vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Toyota RAV4](/vehicles/toyota-rav4) | Hybrid | 38-43 mpg | $1,550-$1,750 | | [Kia Sportage](/vehicles/kia-sportage) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 24-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,800 | | [Toyota Corolla Cross](/vehicles/toyota-corolla-cross) | Gas, Hybrid | 30-42 mpg | $1,600-$2,250 | | [Ford Escape](/vehicles/ford-escape) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,600 | | [Honda CR-V](/vehicles/honda-cr-v) | Gas, Hybrid, Hydrogen | 29-40 mpg | $1,700-$2,300 | | [Lexus NX](/vehicles/lexus-nx) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-40 mpg | $2,050-$3,400 | | [Hyundai Tucson](/vehicles/hyundai-tucson) | Gas, Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 26-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,600 | | [Mazda CX-50](/vehicles/mazda-cx-50) | Gas, Hybrid | 25-38 mpg | $1,750-$2,700 | Other current small SUVs from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2026 Lincoln Corsair get? The 2026 Lincoln Corsair is EPA-rated at 24-33 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2026 Lincoln Corsair have? The 2026 Lincoln Corsair comes with: 2.5L 4-cyl plug-in hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo. It uses cvt, automatic transmissions and is offered with 4WD, AWD and FWD. ### Is there a hybrid Lincoln Corsair? Yes. The Lincoln Corsair has been offered as a plug-in hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which. ### Which Lincoln Corsair year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2026 Lincoln Corsair has the highest combined rating, up to 33 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Lincoln Corsair for a year? About $2,050-$2,800 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Lincoln Corsair? The most efficient 2026 version, the Corsair AWD PHEV, is rated 34 mpg city and 32 mpg highway (33 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2026 Lincoln Corsair emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 122-376 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2026 Lincoln Corsair come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2026 Lincoln Corsair is offered with 4WD, AWD and FWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Lincoln Corsair cheap to run compared with other small SUVs? No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $2,050-$2,800 compares with about $2,218 for other current small SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Lincoln SUVs - [Lincoln Nautilus](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lincoln-nautilus) - [Lincoln Aviator](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lincoln-aviator) - [Lincoln Navigator](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lincoln-navigator) ## Other small SUVs - [Mazda CX-30](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-30) - [Mazda CX-5](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-5) - [Mazda CX-50](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-50) - [Mazda CX-9](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mazda-cx-9) - [Mercedes-Benz EQB](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-eqb) - [Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-glb-class) - [Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/mercedes-benz-glc-class) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lincoln-corsair Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.