Volvo XC40 vs. Lincoln Corsair

Which Luxury SUV Is Best - the New Volvo XC40 or the New Lincoln Corsair?

Small luxury SUVs are easy to park and a cinch to navigate through narrow lanes in Perrysburg, OH. They also have more cargo space than cars, and a higher seating position for a better view of the road. Both the new Volvo XC40 and the new Lincoln Corsair have these qualities, but the XC40 has refined styling and materials that the Corsair can't match. To help Monroe drivers decide for themselves which crossover is best, Volvo Cars of Perrysburg has built the following comparison of the two models.

New Volvo XC40

Performance: The new Volvo XC40 comes standard with a turbocharged 187-horsepower four-cylinder engine, but a turbocharged 248-horsepower four-cylinder motor is available. Thrifty Perrysburg drivers will appreciate that the XC40 gets 23 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway when properly equipped. The XC40 comes with front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is available.

Standard Features: Each new Volvo XC40 trim comes with a vertically oriented, tablet-style infotainment system with a 9.0-inch touch screen. People in Monroe, LA who appreciate the finer things in life will like that the XC40 comes standard with leather upholstery. Other standard amenities include an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, satellite radio, HD Radio, and an eight-speaker premium stereo.

Safety: The new Volvo XC40 gets outstanding safety ratings and comes with 12 standard driver-assistance features, including rain-sensing windshield wipers. 

New Lincoln Corsair

Performance: The new Lincoln Corsair comes with a turbocharged 250-horsepower four-cylinder engine, but a turbocharged 295-horsepower four-cylinder motor is available. The range-topping Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring trim comes with a 266-horsepower plug-in hybrid powertrain. When properly equipped, the Corsair gets 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway. It comes standard with front-wheel drive, but all-wheel drive is optional on lower trims and standard on the Grand Touring.

Standard Features: Every new Lincoln Corsair model comes with the SYNC 3 infotainment system and an 8-inch touch screen. Other standard amenities include synthetic leather upholstery, 10-way power-adjustable front seats, support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hot spot, and a 10-speaker premium stereo.

Safety: The new Lincoln Corsair gets good safety scores, but it only comes with 11 standard active safety features. Rain-sensing windshield wipers are optional, so you must pay more to add them.

Starting Price: $37,200

In Conclusion…

While both the new Volvo XC40 and the new Lincoln Corsair are well-built small luxury SUVs, the XC40 is around six inches shorter, so it's easier to maneuver than the Corsair. It also gets better gas mileage. The XC40 has poised handling that makes it fun to drive. The Corsair rides comfortably, but it has more body roll around turns than the XC40.

Perrysburg drivers will appreciate that the XC40 has a nicer interior, with standard leather upholstery instead of the leatherette seats in base Corsair trims. Despite its plush interior and plethora of standard entertainment, comfort, and safety features, the XC40 has a lower starting price than the Lincoln Corsair. Volvo Cars of Perrysburg has many XC40 models available for purchase or lease near Monroe. Visit our dealership and test drive one today.