WilkerCSBD Posted April 1, 2021 Posted April 1, 2021 Ford's luxury brand aims to captivate young users seeking a more sophisticated driving experience. Lincoln's new compact SUV was presented during the last 2019 New York Auto Show, as a fresh proposal that would be focused mainly on new buyers. Its name is Corsair, this word comes from the Latin cursus, which means course or journey. The design, like the entire Lincoln range has an aerospace influence, but is also intended to show that artistic side of smooth, well-defined lines and contours that contribute to aerodynamic themes. In the front we find the large grill characteristic of the brand with chrome elements that highlight the lower part of the fascia, joining the thin and stylized fog lamps, while in the back is located the rear that runs through the entire horizontal part of the the trunk below the signature badge; This is practically the same configuration of the well-known Navigator but in a small package. Inside, luxury prevails, although to a lesser extent than its older sisters, but this will not make you lose that sophisticated touch at all, the materials used and the assembly are of very good quality, which are worked by hand to offer a pleasant experience. touch. The interior door combination is leather, wood and chrome. The steering wheel is also covered in leather and has a heated system in case the weather conditions require it, and the rear seats can be mani[CENSORED]ted to offer more space in the rear seats. Technology and equipment The infotainment system corresponds to an 8-inch compatible with Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto and the sound system is Revel, a Harman Kardon brand, with a total of 14 speakers to create a premium environment when listening to your music favorite. Something that he also shares with his sister Aviator is that the acoustic alerts and preventive warnings that emanate were developed in conjunction with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, in order to complement that sophisticated and harmonic environment at all times. The instrument panel is digital and equipped with a 6.5-inch screen. The gear lever is replaced by a series of buttons that the brand named Piano Key Shifter, to modify the speeds, an element that it shares with the rest of the range. It also has 5 driving modes to ensure dynamic performance when driving, these are Moderate, Normal, Thrill, Slippery and Extreme Conditions. Technical and mechanical characteristics This SUV comes in two versions, which differ by the size of the engine, the first is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder capable of generating 250 horsepower and 275 Lb-feet of torque, on the other hand we have a 2.3-liter engine that increases its power to 280 horses and a torque of 310 lb-ft. Drive safe… Lincoln equips the new Corsair with a number of driver aids to enhance the on-board experience, including: Parking assistant, where without the need to use the steering wheel and pedals, the vehicle locates the appropriate space to carry out the maneuvers on its own, it will be enough to activate the function and press the Neutral button to start the activity. Adaptive cruise control and recognition of traffic signs, here, through the Stop & Go function, the SUV will be able to circulate at the speed limit programmed by the user, and if the vehicle in front stops, Corsair will slow down, but will also have the ability to move forward if the car in front begins to move. In addition, with the help of the front camera, information will be obtained on the limit established by the traffic lanes to avoid exceeding the speed. Rear pre-collision braking system, many times we do not have enough vision of the cross traffic in the back, but Corsair will be able to support us in reversing maneuvers, stopping the vehicle if it detects any movement of a pedestrian, car or object. Who are you competing against? Due to its price, positioning and dimensions, its main rivals are: Audi Q5, BMW X3, Range Rover Evoque, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Cadillac XT4, Acura RDX and Infiniti QX50.
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