The Lincoln MKC is a compact premium crossover from Lincoln . Lincoln launched the MKC concept at the 2013 LA Auto Show and the production model officially went on sale in June 2014. The MKC is built upon the Ford Global C platform , shared with the Ford Escape small SUV .
16-770: For the 2020 model year, the MKC was replaced by the Lincoln Corsair , as Lincoln transitioned away from "MK" model nomenclatures. Lincoln unveiled the MKC concept at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit in January 2013. The MKC went on sale in the summer of 2014 as a 2015 model. It is assembled at Louisville Assembly Plant . According to the manufacturer, the MKC further refines Lincoln's design traits originally embodied on
32-680: A compact luxury crossover marketed and sold by the Lincoln brand of Ford Motor Company since the 2020 model year. It replaced the MKC . Since 2020, the Corsair has been the best-selling vehicle for the Lincoln brand. The Lincoln Corsair made its debut on April 17, 2019 at the New York Auto Show and shares its underpinnings with the fourth generation Ford Escape . The Corsair joined
48-400: A 12.3-inch fully digital gauge cluster with integrated navigation, 24-way "Perfect Position" power seats, a 14-speaker Revel sound system and a heads-up display. An optional driver aid package called "Co-Pilot360 Plus", which includes a adaptive cruise control, an automatic parking system, and a 360-degree view camera is also offered. The Corsair comes with three engine options. The base engine
64-637: A standard 8-inch display flanked by a speedometer and tachometer in the instrument cluster and 8-inch infotainment screen running Lincoln Sync 3 software. The dashboard is defined by an integrated air vent design that spans the width of the dashboard. The computer controlled transmission is controlled using buttons mounted under the vents. Below this sits a panel housing the HVAC and media controls. A driver assistance suite branded as "Co-Pilot360" comes standard, and includes blind spot monitoring, automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist. Optional upgrades include
80-425: Is a 2.0 L turbocharged 4-cylinder making 250 hp (186 kW; 253 PS) and 275 lb⋅ft (373 N⋅m; 38.0 kg⋅m) of torque and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with either front or all-wheel drive. The upgrade engine option is a 2.3 L turbocharged 4-cylinder making 295 hp (220 kW; 299 PS) and 310 lb⋅ft (420 N⋅m; 42.9 kg⋅m) of torque, paired with
96-642: Is also offered. The 6-speed, computer-controlled automatic transmission is activated with a transmission selector ; it uses buttons installed to the left of the MyLincoln Touch infotainment touch screen labeled "P, R, N, D, S", a revival of an approach used in the 1950s by the Chrysler PowerFlite transmission and the Packard Touchbutton Ultramatic . The "S" transmission selection represents "Sport" mode, where
112-841: The Lincoln Nautilus (previously the Lincoln MKX ), Lincoln Aviator , Lincoln Continental , and Lincoln Navigator in the Lincoln model line. The name "Corsair" has previously been used on several other Ford Motor Company products including the Edsel Corsair and the British Ford Corsair . The Corsair went on sale in the fall of 2019 with Standard and Reserve trims, with the exclusively plug-in hybrid Grand Touring trim arriving later in 2020. Chinese deliveries began in May 2020. The Corsair interior features
128-542: The "Center Stage" (unique to the MKC), "Modern Heritage" and "Indulgence" theme appearance packages. In August 2014, Lincoln signed a multi-year endorsement contract with actor Matthew McConaughey to star in a series of spots promoting the 2015 MKC. To also market the new MKC, Lincoln introduced the Lincoln Date Night promotion, which allows those who qualify and participate to experience an extended test drive in
144-504: The 2015 MKC and dinner for two at a restaurant of their choice, compliments of Lincoln. *Figure includes Corsair sales **Figure not includes Corsair sales Sold exclusively in China. The Lincoln Mark LT was exclusively sold in Mexico after the 2008 model year. Lincoln Corsair The Lincoln Corsair is
160-643: The Continuously Controlled Damping suspension, electric power steering and transmission shift points take on a different posture. Trim levels include the standard model, Premiere, Select, Reserve and top-level Black Label. In line with the Designer Series of the 1970s Mark IV and Mark V, the Black Label trim a series of themed appearance packages developed specifically for each Lincoln model line. The MKC Black Label offers
176-729: The Lincoln Connect 4G Wi-Fi system (standard on all trims). Premium models received four way power lumbar control for the driver seat and power lumbar was added for both seats on Select and higher trims. In 2018 for the 2019 model year, the MKC received a refresh, which included abandoning the split-wing grille for the current rectangular corporate grille. The standard engine is a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder EcoBoost gasoline engine generating 245 hp (183 kW; 248 PS) and 275 lb⋅ft (373 N⋅m) of torque. A 2.3-liter four cylinder EcoBoost gasoline engine generating 285 hp (213 kW; 289 PS) and 305 lb⋅ft (414 N⋅m)
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#1732790975354192-580: The North American market for the 2023 model year. Changes include updated exterior styling with a new larger grille and LED daytime running lights, new exterior colors. The interior receives a larger 13.2-inch touchscreen with Sync 4 software where the HVAC controls now reside, the 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster is now standard, and new upholstery choices are available. It is available with Lincoln's ActiveGlide hands-free advanced highway driving assistance system. The 2.3 L engine option
208-459: The front wheels through a planetary gearset eCVT transmission, while the rear motor independently drives the rear wheels thus providing all-wheel drive (eAWD). Total system is 266 hp (198 kW; 270 PS) and the 14.4 kWh Li-ion battery provides 28 mi (45 km) of all-electric range on the EPA test cycle. On September 12, 2022, a refreshed design of the Corsair was revealed for
224-499: The same transmission and is only available with all-wheel drive. The final powertrain is a gasoline-electric plug-in hybrid consisting of a 2.5 L 4-cylinder in Atkinson cycle making 163 hp (122 kW; 165 PS) and 155 lb⋅ft (210 N⋅m; 21.4 kg⋅m) of torque, a 96 kW (129 hp; 131 PS) front motor, and a 50 kW (67 hp; 68 PS) rear motor. The gasoline engine and front motor power
240-612: The second generation MKZ . For the 2016 model year, Lincoln replaced the MyLincoln Touch infotainment system with the SYNC 3 system. On the Select trim level, the power liftgate was made standard. For versions with the 2.3L engine, maximum towing capacity was increased to 3000 pounds. For 2017, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto were added to the SYNC 3 system and power liftgate and automatic brake hold were made standard. For 2018, Lincoln added
256-567: Was dropped, while the standard 2.0 L engine and plug-in hybrid remain. The base Standard trim has been renamed to Premiere, while the Reserve and exclusively plug-in hybrid Grand Touring trims remain. The Chinese-market facelift features unique front and rear fascias. The Corsair was an IIHS Top Safety Pick for its first 3 years of production. NHTSA crash test ratings (2020): Sold exclusively in China. The Lincoln Mark LT
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