Lincoln SUVs offer the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and performance to elevate your driving experience in Montgomery. Consider a midsize SUV for traveling with your friends and family or a compact SUV for dependable solo commutes to work or school.
Take a look at the best compact and midsize SUV offerings we have at Stivers Lincoln. We break down the differences between the Lincoln Corsair and Nautilus so you can make a well-informed purchase decision on a new SUV.
Overview of the Lincoln Corsair and Nautilus
The 2025 Lincoln Corsair is a small luxury SUV that offers easy maneuverability in tight spaces due to its compact size. It’s an ideal vehicle for commuters who need a reliable daily driver through Montgomery or small families with young children. The 2025 Lincoln Nautilus is a midsize luxury SUV with the same five-person seating capacity as the Corsair. However, the Nautilus offers a roomier interior since it’s 13 inches longer. Choose this SUV for better legroom for adult passengers to sit in the second row.
Both Lincoln SUVs offer three trims: the base model Premiere, mid-level Reserve, and top-tier Grand Touring. Each trim offers luxurious comforts and conveniences such as heated seats, premium upholstery, or a hands-free power liftgate.
If you’re in the market for a more efficient SUV, consider the Nautilus hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) or the Corsair plug-in hybrid (PHEV). Both types feature an electrified powertrain that provides longer driving ranges with fewer stops at the gas station on a road trip through Southern Alabama.
Lincoln Corsair vs Nautilus Performance and Engine Options Comparison
If you want more power from your SUV for faster acceleration on the highway, choose the Lincoln Nautilus. This midsize SUV offers two powertrain options: a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four-cylinder gas engine or a hybrid engine. The Nautilus’s gas-powered engine generates 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque, while the hybrid engine produces 310 combined net horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.
The Lincoln Corsair also offers two engine options: a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder with automatic start-stop technology for optimal fuel conservation, and a 2.5-liter Atkinson-cycle inline four-cylinder plug-in hybrid engine. The Corsair’s turbocharged engine produces 250 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque, while the hybrid engine delivers 266 combined net horsepower.
Lincoln Fuel Economy Insights and Information
The Corsair and Nautilus engine and wheel-drive options translate to different fuel economy ratings. Consider the Corsair HEV for the best fuel efficiency. Then, you can spend less money on gas and more on family adventures in Montgomery. The combination of electric and gasoline power on the Corsair helps the SUV achieve an EPA-estimated 76 MPGe in the city and on the highway. The Corsair’s hybrid engine still delivers impressive fuel efficiency if you use gas only, reaching an EPA-estimated 33 mpg in the city and on the highway.
Here’s a look at the other EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings for the Lincoln Corsair and Nautilus, depending on their engine and drivetrain:
- Turbocharged Nautilus with Front-Wheel Drive: 22 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway
- Turbocharged Nautilus with All-Wheel Drive: 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway
- Hybrid Corsair with All-Wheel Drive: 30 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway
- Turbocharged Corsair with All-Wheel Drive: 21 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway
Lincoln Nautilus vs Corsair Interior, Comfort, and Cargo Space Compared
Pack camping gear like a tent, sleeping bags, stove, and cooler for a weekend getaway to Wind Creek State Park with the available cargo space in these Lincoln SUVs. The Corsair Premiere offers a maximum cargo volume of 57.6 cubic feet behind the first row, while the Nautilus Premiere provides 71.3 cubic feet.
Keep the second-row seats upright to maintain the 5-person seating capacity in the Corsair and Nautilus and stow several pieces of luggage for a staycation in Downtown Montgomery along the Alabama River. The Corsair offers 27.6 cubic feet of cargo volume in the trunk, and the Nautilus provides 36.4 cubic feet.
The Corsair and Nautilus Premiere both feature Lincoln soft-touch seats, but the Corsair offers extra comfort on the base level with standard heated front seats. This feature helps keep you cozy through Alabama’s rainy winters. As for legroom comfort, both SUVs offer nearly identical front-row legroom. However, the Nautilus rear legroom is more spacious at 43.1 inches compared to the Corsair’s 38.6 inches. This extra space helps rear passengers feel less cramped on long road trips to the Gulf Coast.
Lincoln Corsair vs Nautilus – Technology and Infotainment Systems
Do you love technology? The Lincoln Nautilus’s unique digital dashboard leaves a lasting impression with a curved panoramic display that delivers real-time vehicle, weather, and audio information. This digital display pairs with an 11.1-inch center-stack touch screen you can use to access navigation or messaging with a quick swipe.
The Lincoln Corsair’s interior technology is just as impressive as the Lincoln Nautilus, offering a larger touch screen display that measures 13.2 inches across. This SUV features a 12.3-inch vivid color cluster display for real-time vehicle information as you cruise through the capital city.
Enjoy crisp audio wherever you travel in your Lincoln SUV with the Corsair’s standard 9-speaker audio system or the Nautilus’ optimized 10-speaker system with subwoofer. If that’s not enough to listen to your favorite tunes, upgrade to the available 14-speaker Revel audio system, available on select trims of both SUVs.
Lincoln Corsair vs Nautilus Advanced Driving Features
Unlock the ultimate relaxation on long drives to the Gulf Coast in the Corsair or Nautilus with the Lincoln BlueCruise advanced driving assistance system. Consumer Reports awarded this hands-free driving system a top rating out of all systems tested. This system allows you to take your hands off the wheel while maintaining focus on the road ahead on certain highways through the United States.
Choosing Between the Lincoln Nautilus vs Lincoln Corsair
Do you need a small luxury SUV that gets good fuel economy for daily driving? The 2025 Lincoln Corsair HEV helps you save more money on gas as you cruise on the Atlanta Highway. Or do you need a bigger SUV with more cargo space for your fishing gear? The Lincoln Nautilus offers more room for endless adventures to Jackson Lake Island. Learn more about these SUVs at Stivers Lincoln. Call us today to set up a test drive of the Nautilus or dive deeper into a Lincoln Corsair comparison with our auto experts. We’ll discuss your financing options to get you the best pricing on a new SUV in Montgomery.
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