2025 Acura ADX vs 2025 Lincoln Corsair

$35,000 · Crossover

$39,735 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the 2025 Acura ADX and the 2025 Lincoln Corsair boils down to prioritizing budget versus outright power in a small luxury crossover package. The ADX hits the pavement with a more attractive entry point at $35,000, undercutting the Corsair by $4,735 right out of the gate. However, that savings comes with a performance trade-off: the ADX offers 190 hp, while the Corsair boasts a much punchier 250 hp—a difference of 60 hp. Fuel economy slightly favors the Acura, delivering 28 combined MPG versus the Corsair’s 25 combined MPG. Though both are FWD, the ADX is slightly longer at 185.8 inches, but the Corsair packs slightly more cargo space at 27.6 cu ft versus the Acura's 24.4 cu ft. It’s a classic battle between affordability and acceleration.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Acura ADX

The ADX wins due to its lower $35,000 MSRP and slightly better 28 combined MPG rating.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Corsair

The Corsair offers slightly more practical utility, featuring 27.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the ADX's 24.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Corsair

With 250 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque, the Corsair provides substantially more performance than the ADX's 190 hp engine.

💰 Best Value

2025 Acura ADX

Saving $4,735 while still getting a premium experience and respectable 26/31 city/highway MPG makes the ADX the better financial choice.

Choose the Acura ADX if...

You are seeking the lowest initial purchase price among these two premium crossovers ($35,000 MSRP).
Maximizing fuel efficiency is crucial, as the ADX achieves 28 combined MPG.
You prefer the slightly larger exterior footprint (185.8 inches long) for better road presence.

Choose the Lincoln Corsair if...

You frequently require more power for merging or highway passing, given its 60 hp advantage.
You need every cubic foot of storage space, as the Corsair provides 27.6 cu ft.
You prefer the quicker shifting of a traditional 8-speed automatic transmission over a CVT.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura ADX	Lincoln Corsair
Length	185.8"	181.4"
Width	72.5"	74.3"
Height	63.8"	64.1"
Wheelbase	104.5"	106.7"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	275 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	26/31 MPG	22/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	364.0/434.0 mi.	356.4/486.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	16.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	13.2 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	9
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	1	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Front Head Room	38.4 in.	39.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.9 in.	43.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	57.1 in.
Front Hip Room	54.0 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	38.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.2 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.4 in.	50.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/55R H	225/60R
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Acura	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura ADX and 2025 Lincoln Corsair.

How significant is the 60 horsepower difference in real-world driving?

That 60 hp gap, resulting in the Corsair having 250 hp versus the ADX’s 190 hp, will be noticeable during acceleration and when trying to pass another vehicle on the highway.

Which vehicle handles premium fuel costs better?

The 2025 Acura ADX is projected to be slightly more efficient, achieving 28 combined MPG versus the Corsair’s 25 combined MPG, which may marginally reduce overall fuel expenditure.

Is the 2025 Lincoln Corsair actually smaller despite being more powerful?

Yes, the Corsair is physically shorter in length at 181.4 inches compared to the ADX’s 185.8 inches, though both crossovers share similar height dimensions.