2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid vs 2025 Lincoln Corsair

$39,890 · Crossover

$39,735 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the practical efficiency of a PHEV and the traditional luxury feel of a premium crossover is a tough spot for many buyers right now. The 2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid and the 2025 Lincoln Corsair trade blows across several key metrics, but performance numbers clearly favor one over the other for daily driving. The Kia boasts a significant advantage with its 34 miles of electric range and a combined 35 MPG, while the Corsair manages only 25 MPG combined and requires premium fuel. Performance is close: the Sportage offers 261 hp versus the Corsair's 250 hp. However, the Corsair counters with slightly more torque at 275 lb-ft versus the Kia's 258 lb-ft, and offers an extra gear with its 8-speed transmission compared to Kia's 6-speed. Furthermore, the Kia provides substantially more usable space, hauling 34.5 cubic feet of cargo compared to the Corsair's 27.6 cubic feet, making the Kia the better all-rounder despite the Lincoln's slightly lower MSRP of $39,735.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

The 34 miles of electric range combined with the superior 35 MPG combined fuel economy make the Sportage significantly cheaper for daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

The Kia offers 34.5 cubic feet of cargo space, giving families nearly 7 cubic feet more room than the Lincoln.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Corsair

Despite less overall horsepower, the Corsair's higher 275 lb-ft of torque and 8-speed transmission provide a theoretically snappier feel than the Sportage's 6-speed.

💰 Best Value

2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid

The Sportage PHEV offers access to electric driving and vastly superior fuel efficiency for a nearly identical MSRP of $39,890.

Choose the Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid if...

You prioritize saving money at the pump, capitalizing on the 35 MPG combined fuel economy.
You want to rely on pure electric power for local trips, utilizing the generous 34-mile electric range.
You need maximum utility, as the 34.5 cubic feet of cargo space beats the competition significantly.

Choose the Lincoln Corsair if...

You prefer a traditional gasoline experience and don't want to deal with plugging in a vehicle.
You value premium feel and slightly higher torque (275 lb-ft) for immediate throttle response.
You prefer the feel of a FWD platform and an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission for smoother cruising.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid	Lincoln Corsair
Length	183.5"	181.4"
Width	73.4"	74.3"
Height	66.9"	64.1"
Wheelbase	108.5"	106.7"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Kia	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	✓	✓
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	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Kia	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	1.6 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	plug-in hybrid	gas
Horsepower	261 hp	250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	258 lb-ft	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	Kia	Lincoln
Transmission Type	6-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Locking	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Kia	Lincoln
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	36/35 MPG	22/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	35 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	399.6/388.5 mi.	356.4/486.0 mi.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	88/79 MPGe	—
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	84 MPGe	—
EPA Electric Driving Range	34 mi.	—
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	40	—
Charging Time (240V)	2.0 hr.	—
Fuel Tank Capacity	11.1 gal.	16.2 gal.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	SAE J1772	—

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Kia	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	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Kia	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	13.2 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	9
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Subwoofer Count	—	1

Power Feature

Feature	Kia	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass Extended	—
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Kia	Lincoln
Front Head Room	37.8 in.	39.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.4 in.	43.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.5 in.	57.1 in.
Front Hip Room	54.8 in.	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Kia	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.5 in.	38.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.6 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	53.4 in.	50.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Kia	Lincoln
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	19 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/55R19	225/60R
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Kia	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	—
Hybrid Component Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid and 2025 Lincoln Corsair.

How much does the fuel type difference between these two vehicles impact running costs?

This is huge: the Kia Sportage PHEV runs on regular unleaded, whereas the Lincoln Corsair requires premium fuel. Furthermore, the Kia achieves 35 MPG combined, easily beating the Corsair's 25 MPG combined rating, saving money daily.

Which car is actually faster based on these provided numbers?

The 2025 Kia Sportage has a slight edge in raw power with 261 hp compared to the Corsair's 250 hp. However, the Corsair does produce slightly more twisting force with 275 lb-ft of torque versus the Kia's 258 lb-ft.

Is the electric range on the Kia Sportage PHEV enough for typical commuting?

The Kia offers a 34-mile electric range, which is quite substantial for a PHEV crossover. If your daily round trip is under 34 miles, you could potentially drive nearly every day without using any gasoline.

How do the physical sizes of the two crossovers compare?

The Kia Sportage is slightly longer at 183.5 inches compared to the Corsair's 181.4 inches. Interestingly, the Corsair is wider at 74.3 inches versus the Kia's 73.4 inches, but the Kia sits taller at 66.9 inches.

Since both are priced around $40,000, what's the main trade-off in features?

The trade-off is fundamentally between fuel technology and traditional luxury appointments. You gain access to plug-in hybrid tech, higher MPG, and much more cargo space (34.5 cu ft) with the Kia for a similar price.

Do the different transmissions affect the driving experience?

Yes, the Kia uses a traditional 6-speed automatic, while the Lincoln employs an 8-speed shiftable automatic. The extra gears in the Corsair generally allow for smoother highway cruising and better optimization of the engine's power band.