2025 Lincoln Corsair vs 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

$39,735 · Crossover

$40,445 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between the 2025 Lincoln Corsair and the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV often comes down to whether you prioritize traditional luxury performance or plug-in hybrid efficiency and AWD capability. The Corsair starts slightly lower at $39,735, offering 250 horsepower from its premium fuel engine and achieving 25 MPG combined. Conversely, the Outlander PHEV has an MSRP of $40,445 but provides significant electric freedom with a 38-mile all-electric range, ultimately netting a slightly better 26 MPG combined when running on gas. While the Lincoln is smaller in overall footprint (181.4 inches long), the Mitsubishi gains substantial size and ground clearance (68.5 inches high) and benefits from standard All-Wheel Drive, contrasting with the Corsair’s FWD setup. Buyers must weigh the Lincoln's slightly better horsepower rating against the Mitsubishi's superior fuel flexibility and AWD grip.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Outlander PHEV wins for commuters due to its 38-mile electric range, allowing many daily trips to be completed without using any gas.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Lincoln Corsair

The Lincoln Corsair offers significantly more usable space with 27.6 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Outlander PHEV's 12.8 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Corsair

The Lincoln Corsair edges out the competition with 250 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque versus the PHEV's 248 hp output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV

The Outlander PHEV offers superior long-term running costs due to its ability to use regular unleaded fuel and its hybrid efficiency.

Choose the Lincoln Corsair if...

You prefer a more traditional gasoline engine feel with 250 horsepower.
Maximum cargo volume is essential, as the Corsair provides 27.6 cu ft.
You want the slightly lower entry price point at $39,735 MSRP.

Choose the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV if...

You need All-Wheel Drive capability for varying road conditions.
You plan to utilize the 38 miles of all-electric range daily.
You prefer using regular unleaded fuel instead of premium.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Lincoln Corsair	Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Length	181.4"	185.4"
Width	74.3"	84.4"
Height	64.1"	68.5"
Wheelbase	106.7"	106.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
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	✓	✓
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 Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	plug-in hybrid
Horsepower	250 hp @ 5500 rpm	248 hp
Torque	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	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	1-speed direct drive
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive

Fuel

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/30 MPG	25/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	26 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	356.4/486.0 mi.	370.0/399.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.2 gal.	14.8 gal.
EPA Efficiency (City/Highway MPGe)	—	67/61 MPGe
EPA Efficiency (Combined MPGe)	—	64 MPGe
EPA Electric Driving Range	—	38 mi.
EPA Energy Consumption (kWh/100 mi)	—	52
Charging Time (240V)	—	6.5 hr.
DC Fast Charging Port Type	—	CHAdeMO

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
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	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	—
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	—
Cruise Control	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
Infotainment Display	13.2 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	9	6
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
One-Touch Power Windows	4	1
Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Remote Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
Front Head Room	39.5 in.	40.6 in.
Front Leg Room	43.2 in.	41.7 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.1 in.	57.9 in.
Front Hip Room	55.6 in.	54.0 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	—
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.6 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	56.3 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	50.8 in.	53.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	225/60R	P235/60R18
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Size	—	18 x 7.0 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Lincoln	Mitsubishi
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	8 yr./ 100000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	7 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 30000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Lincoln Corsair and 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

Which car is easier for city driving and parking?

The 2025 Lincoln Corsair is physically smaller, measuring 181.4 inches long and 74.3 inches wide, making it slightly more manageable in tight urban environments than the wider Outlander PHEV.

How big is the difference in fuel efficiency between these two crossovers?

The Corsair gets 25 MPG combined using premium fuel, while the Outlander PHEV achieves 26 MPG combined on regular fuel, benefiting significantly from its 38 miles of electric-only driving capacity.

Does the Outlander PHEV’s hybrid system reduce its power output compared to the Lincoln?

Barely; the Outlander PHEV delivers 248 horsepower, just 2 shy of the Corsair's 250 horsepower rating. However, the Mitsubishi uses a simpler 1-speed direct drive transmission.

Is the increased size of the Outlander PHEV worth the trade-off in cargo space?

The Mitsubishi is significantly larger externally (185.4 inches long and 68.5 inches high), but its PHEV components result in only 12.8 cu ft of cargo space, whereas the Corsair offers more than double that at 27.6 cu ft.

Which car is mandatory to use premium gasoline?

The 2025 Lincoln Corsair recommends premium unleaded fuel for its engine performance, while the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is designed to run efficiently on regular unleaded fuel.

How does the drivetrain difference impact daily driving?

The Corsair is front-wheel drive, while the Outlander PHEV features All-Wheel Drive, providing better traction potential regardless of weather conditions.