2022 LINCOLN CORSAIR PHEV / TEVADRIVE

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The 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV is presented as a luxurious alternative to the Ford Escape PHEV, offering all-wheel drive and a more premium interior experience. The reviewer highlights its comfortable seats with massage and extensive adjustability, a large panoramic sunroof, and a refined cabin. However, the infotainment screen is noted as being small compared to competitors, and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay connectivity is limited to a wired connection. In terms of performance, the Corsair PHEV delivers 266 horsepower, but it's described as a comfortable highway cruiser rather than a sporty vehicle. Real-world range testing in cold weather yielded approximately 47 kilometers on a full charge, slightly less than the rated 45 kilometers, with a notable tendency for the engine to engage during the initial kilometers and at highway speeds. Fuel economy figures were impressive, with the reviewer achieving 5.7 liters per 100 kilometers on a mixed highway and side road route when using a combination of driving modes, and 6.5 liters per 100 kilometers in city driving with a depleted battery. The auto-steer system is functional but requires constant driver attention, unlike more advanced hands-free systems. The reviewer concludes that while it's a competent plug-in hybrid SUV, its primary competition in the compact segment is the Lexus NX 450h+.