2025 Mazda CX-90 vs 2026 Lincoln Corsair

$38,045 · Crossover

$39,985 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence lies in size, with the 2025 Mazda CX-90 extending 19.4 inches longer (200.8 inches vs. 181.4 inches) than the 2026 Lincoln Corsair, translating directly to cargo space disparity: 14.9 cu ft versus the Corsair's superior 27.6 cu ft. Performance heavily favors the CX-90, offering 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque compared to the Corsair's 250 hp and 275 lb-ft. Fuel economy is a virtual tie, both achieving a 25 MPG combined rating, although the Corsair uses recommended premium fuel, potentially increasing running costs. Pricing shows the CX-90 starting lower at $38,045 versus $39,985 for the Corsair. Additionally, the standard AWD configuration of the CX-90 contrasts with the FWD setup on the base Corsair, impacting traction capability.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Mazda CX-90

The Mazda CX-90’s standard All-Wheel Drive offers better predictable traction in varied commuting conditions compared to the Corsair's Front-Wheel Drive.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Lincoln Corsair

The 2026 Lincoln Corsair provides significantly more usable space, boasting 27.6 cu ft of cargo capacity against the CX-90's 14.9 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Mazda CX-90

The CX-90 delivers 30 more horsepower (280 hp) and 57 lb-ft more torque (332 lb-ft), resulting in superior straight-line performance metrics.

💰 Best Value

2025 Mazda CX-90

The Mazda CX-90 has a $1,940 lower MSRP and comes standard with AWD, offering more standard equipment for less outlay.

Choose the Mazda CX-90 if...

You prioritize maximum power, benefiting from 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque.
You require standard All-Wheel Drive capability right from the $38,045 entry price.
A longer vehicle footprint (200.8 inches) is necessary for passenger accommodation.

Choose the Lincoln Corsair if...

You require a higher usable storage area, evidenced by 27.6 cu ft of cargo space.
You prefer the superior highway fuel economy rating of 30 MPG City/Highway.
A more compact exterior dimension (181.4 inches in length) is preferred for urban parking.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Mazda CX-90	Lincoln Corsair
Length	200.8"	181.4"
Width	78.5"	74.3"
Height	68.2"	64.1"
Wheelbase	122.8"	106.7"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Mazda	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	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Self-Leveling 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	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Assist	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	3.3 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	280 hp @ 5000 rpm	250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	332 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	275 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	24/28 MPG	22/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	25 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	444.0/518.0 mi.	356.4/486.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	16.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
Infotainment Display	10.3 in	13.2 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	9
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Memory Card Slot	✓	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
Front Head Room	39.7 in.	39.5 in.
Front Leg Room	41.7 in.	43.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	59.2 in.	57.1 in.
Front Hip Room	56.2 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 Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	39.3 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	39.4 in.	38.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	58.1 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	55.5 in.	50.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Size	19 x 8.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	265/55R19	225/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Mazda	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Mazda CX-90 and 2026 Lincoln Corsair.

What is the primary powertrain difference between the 2025 CX-90 and 2026 Corsair?

The Mazda CX-90 utilizes a powertrain rated at 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque, operating on regular unleaded fuel. Conversely, the Lincoln Corsair is less powerful at 250 hp and 275 lb-ft, and it recommends premium unleaded fuel for optimal performance.

How does the difference in size between these crossovers impact usability?

The CX-90 is nearly 20 inches longer overall (200.8 in vs 181.4 in), yet this length does not translate to cargo advantage; the Corsair offers 27.6 cu ft, nearly double the CX-90’s 14.9 cu ft capacity.

Is there a significant difference in fuel efficiency despite both achieving 25 MPG combined?

While the combined rating is identical at 25 MPG, the Corsair achieves 30 highway MPG versus the CX-90's 28 highway MPG. However, the Corsair's requirement for premium fuel will likely negate this small advantage in operating cost.

Which vehicle offers a lower entry price point?

The 2025 Mazda CX-90 starts at a lower MSRP of $38,045 compared to the 2026 Lincoln Corsair's starting price of $39,985.

How do the standard drive systems differ for poor weather driving?

The CX-90 comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, providing superior traction potential for inclement weather. The Corsair's baseline model defaults to Front-Wheel Drive.

Are there major differences in the transmissions used in these models?

No, both the 2025 Mazda CX-90 and the 2026 Lincoln Corsair utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission in their respective base configurations.