The 2022 Lincoln Corsair, a compact luxury SUV, offers a blend of sophistication and safety for discerning drivers. Understanding vehicle safety is paramount, and the Lincoln Corsair 2022 has undergone rigorous testing to ensure occupant protection. This article delves into the safety ratings and crash test performance of the Lincoln Corsair 2022, providing a detailed analysis based on established safety standards.
Small Overlap Front Crash Test: Driver-Side
The small overlap front crash test assesses the vehicle’s structural integrity when the frontal impact is concentrated on a small portion of the vehicle’s front corner. The Lincoln Corsair 2022, sharing its platform with the Ford Escape, demonstrates robust performance in this challenging test.
Rating: Good
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Structure and safety cage | Good |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | Good |
| Chest | Good |
| Hip/thigh | Good |
| Lower leg/foot | Good |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | Good |
The Corsair excels in maintaining the driver’s survival space, as indicated by the dummy’s position after the test. Both frontal and side curtain airbags functioned effectively, providing crucial head protection. Measurements also indicate a low risk of injuries to the driver’s legs and feet.
Action shot from the driver-side small overlap frontal crash test of the Lincoln Corsair 2022, highlighting vehicle deformation.
Post-crash dummy position inside the Lincoln Corsair 2022, illustrating excellent maintenance of driver survival space.
Effective airbag deployment in the Lincoln Corsair 2022 small overlap test, showing optimal head protection.
Driver’s side footwell area of the Lincoln Corsair 2022 after the crash test, indicating minimal intrusion and low leg/foot injury risk.
Technical Measurements – Driver-Side Small Overlap Front Crash Test
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on driver side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Lower hinge pillar max | 2 |
| Footrest | 2 |
| Left toepan | 1 |
| Brake pedal | 1 |
| Rocker panel lateral average | 1 |
| Steering column | 0 |
| Upper hinge pillar max | 1 |
| Upper dash | 1 |
| Lower instrument panel | 1 |
| Driver injury measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 80 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 1.0 |
| Neck Extension bending moment (Nm) | 15 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.23 |
| Chest maximum compression (mm) | 24 |
| Femur Left (kN) | 0.1 |
| Femur Right (kN) | 0.0 |
| Knee displacement Left (mm) | 1 |
| Knee displacement Right (mm) | 2 |
| Knee-thigh-hip injury risk Left (%) | 0 |
| Knee-thigh-hip injury risk Right (%) | 0 |
| Maximum tibia index Left | 0.42 |
| Maximum tibia index Right | 0.33 |
| Tibia axial force Left (kN) | 1.1 |
| Tibia axial force Right (kN) | 0.1 |
| Foot acceleration Left (g) | 43 |
| Foot acceleration Right (g) | 19 |
Small Overlap Front Crash Test: Passenger-Side
The passenger-side small overlap test mirrors the driver-side test but evaluates protection for the front passenger. The Lincoln Corsair 2022 also received a “Good” overall rating for passenger-side protection.
Rating: Good
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | Good |
| Structure and safety cage | Acceptable |
| Passenger injury measures | |
| Head/neck | Good |
| Chest | Good |
| Hip/thigh | Good |
| Lower leg/foot | Good |
| Passenger restraints and dummy kinematics | Good |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | Good |
| Chest | Good |
| Hip/thigh | Good |
| Lower leg/foot | Good |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | Good |
While the overall rating is “Good,” the structure and safety cage received an “Acceptable” rating, indicating slightly higher intrusion in this area compared to the driver side. However, injury measures for both passenger and driver dummies remain at “Good” across all categories, demonstrating effective occupant protection.
Technical Measurements – Passenger-Side Small Overlap Front Crash Test
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on passenger side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Lower hinge pillar max | 7 |
| Footrest | 4 |
| Right toepan | 8 |
| Center toepan | 1 |
| Rocker panel lateral average | 0 |
| Center dash | 6 |
| Upper hinge pillar max | 9 |
| Upper dash | 9 |
| Right lower dash | 8 |
| Passenger injury measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 78 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 0.8 |
| Neck Extension bending moment (Nm) | 11 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.20 |
| Chest maximum compression (mm) | 21 |
| Femur Left (kN) | 1.0 |
| Femur Right (kN) | 4.8 |
| Knee displacement Left (mm) | 2 |
| Knee displacement Right (mm) | 4 |
| Knee-thigh-hip injury risk Left (%) | 0 |
| Knee-thigh-hip injury risk Right (%) | 3 |
| Maximum tibia index Left | 0.29 |
| Maximum tibia index Right | 0.39 |
| Tibia axial force Left (kN) | 0.9 |
| Tibia axial force Right (kN) | 0.7 |
| Foot acceleration Left (g) | 75 |
| Foot acceleration Right (g) | 52 |
| Driver injury measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 72 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 0.8 |
| Neck Extension bending moment (Nm) | 7 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.16 |
| Chest maximum compression (mm) | 25 |
| Femur Left (kN) | 0.0 |
| Femur Right (kN) | 0.1 |
| Knee displacement Left (mm) | 1 |
| Knee displacement Right (mm) | 1 |
| Knee-thigh-hip injury risk Left (%) | 0 |
| Knee-thigh-hip injury risk Right (%) | 0 |
| Maximum tibia index Left | 0.44 |
| Maximum tibia index Right | 0.21 |
| Tibia axial force Left (kN) | 0.2 |
| Tibia axial force Right (kN) | 0.2 |
Moderate Overlap Front Crash Test
In the moderate overlap front crash test, a larger portion of the vehicle’s front impacts a deformable barrier. The Lincoln Corsair 2022 achieved a “Good” rating in this more traditional frontal crash scenario.
Rating: Good
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | Good |
| Structure and safety cage | Good |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | Good |
| Chest | Good |
| Leg/foot, left | Good |
| Leg/foot, right | Good |
| Driver restraints and dummy kinematics | Good |
The Lincoln Corsair 2022 demonstrated good structural performance and occupant protection in the moderate overlap test, with “Good” ratings across all injury measures.
Technical Measurements – Moderate Overlap Front Crash Test
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on driver side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| Footrest | 3 |
| Left footwell | 6 |
| Center footwell | 5 |
| Right footwell | 4 |
| Brake pedal | 7 |
| Instrument panel rearward movement Left | -1 |
| Instrument panel rearward movement Right | 0 |
| Steering column movement Upward | -1 |
| Steering column movement Rearward | -1 |
| A-pillar rearward movement | 0 |
| Driver injury measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 276 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 0.8 |
| Neck Extension bending moment (Nm) | 8 |
| Maximum Nij | 0.23 |
| Chest maximum compression (mm) | 25 |
| Femur force – left (kN) | 0.4 |
| Femur force – right (kN) | 0.5 |
| Knee displacement – left (mm) | 1 |
| Knee displacement – right (mm) | 1 |
| Maximum tibia index – left | 0.25 |
| Maximum tibia index – right | 0.34 |
| Tibia axial force – left (kN) | 1.9 |
| Tibia axial force – right (kN) | 2.5 |
| Foot acceleration Left (g) | 57 |
| Foot acceleration Right (g) | 67 |
Side Impact Crash Test: Original and Updated
The side impact test evaluates occupant protection in side collisions. The Lincoln Corsair 2022 was subjected to both the original and updated side impact tests.
Side Impact – Original Test Rating: Good
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | Good |
| Structure and safety cage | Good |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | Good |
| Torso | Good |
| Pelvis/leg | Good |
| Driver head protection | Good |
| Rear passenger injury measures | |
| Head/neck | Good |
| Torso | Good |
| Pelvis/leg | Good |
| Rear passenger head protection | Good |
In the original side impact test, the Lincoln Corsair 2022 achieved “Good” ratings across all categories for both driver and rear passenger protection.
Technical Measurements – Original Side Impact Crash Test
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on driver side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| B-pillar to longitudinal centerline of driver’s seat | -22.5 |
| Driver injury measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 193 |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 1.8 |
| Neck Compression (kN) | 0.5 |
| Shoulder Lateral deflection (mm) | 45 |
| Shoulder Lateral force (kN) | 1.7 |
| Torso Maximum deflection (mm) | 38 |
| Torso Average deflection (mm) | 34 |
| Torso Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 4.06 |
| Torso Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.78 |
| Pelvis Iliac force (kN) | 1.0 |
| Pelvis Acetabulum force (kN) | 1.6 |
| Pelvis Combined force (kN) | 2.6 |
| Left femur L-M force (kN) | 0.2 |
| Left femur L-M moment (Nm) | 71 |
| Left femur A-P moment (Nm) | 26 |
| Passenger injury measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 108 |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 0.4 |
| Neck Compression (kN) | 0.1 |
| Shoulder Lateral deflection (mm) | 37 |
| Shoulder Lateral force (kN) | 1.2 |
| Torso Maximum deflection (mm) | 32 |
| Torso Average deflection (mm) | 27 |
| Torso Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 1.89 |
| Torso Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.27 |
| Pelvis Iliac force (kN) | 0.5 |
| Pelvis Acetabulum force (kN) | 2.4 |
| Pelvis Combined force (kN) | 2.4 |
| Left femur L-M force (kN) | 0.1 |
| Left femur L-M moment (Nm) | 80 |
| Left femur A-P moment (Nm) | 17 |
Side Impact – Updated Test Rating: Marginal
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall evaluation | Marginal |
| Structure and safety cage | Acceptable |
| Driver injury measures | |
| Head/neck | Good |
| Torso | Marginal |
| Pelvis | Marginal |
| Driver head protection | Marginal |
| Rear passenger injury measures | |
| Head/neck | Good |
| Torso | Acceptable |
| Pelvis | Acceptable |
| Rear passenger head protection | Good |
In the more stringent updated side impact test, the Lincoln Corsair 2022 received an overall “Marginal” rating. While head and neck protection for both driver and rear passenger remained “Good,” torso and pelvis protection for the driver were rated “Marginal,” and driver head protection was also “Marginal” due to the dummy’s head hitting the window sill past the side curtain airbag.
Vehicle exterior after the updated side crash test of the Lincoln Corsair 2022, showing impact point and damage.
Interior view of the Lincoln Corsair 2022 after the updated side crash test, illustrating side airbag deployment and occupant compartment damage.
Close-up of driver dummy head contact with the window sill in the Lincoln Corsair 2022 updated side crash test, indicating head protection deficiency.
Grease paint marking on the rear passenger dummy’s head in the Lincoln Corsair 2022 updated side crash test, showing effective head protection by side airbags.
Technical Measurements – Updated Side Impact Crash Test
| Measures of occupant compartment intrusion on driver side | Measurement (cm) |
|---|---|
| B-pillar to longitudinal centerline of driver’s seat | -17.0 |
| Driver injury measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 391 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | 93 |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 1.7 |
| Neck Compression (kN) | 0.1 |
| Shoulder Lateral deflection (mm) | 28 |
| Shoulder Lateral force (kN) | 1.0 |
| Torso Maximum deflection (mm) | 45 |
| Torso Average deflection (mm) | 39 |
| Torso Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 3.66 |
| Torso Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.64 |
| Pelvis Combined force (kN) | 5.2 |
| Passenger injury measures | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Head HIC-15 | 168 |
| Peak gs at hard contact | no contact |
| Neck Tension (kN) | 0.9 |
| Neck Compression (kN) | 0.2 |
| Shoulder Lateral deflection (mm) | 39 |
| Shoulder Lateral force (kN) | 1.7 |
| Torso Maximum deflection (mm) | 38 |
| Torso Average deflection (mm) | 35 |
| Torso Maximum deflection rate (m/s) | 2.34 |
| Torso Maximum viscous criterion (m/s) | 0.41 |
| Pelvis Combined force (kN) | 4.9 |
Roof Strength Test
The roof strength test evaluates the roof’s ability to withstand forces in a rollover scenario. The Lincoln Corsair 2022 earned a “Good” rating in this assessment.
Rating: Good
| Overall evaluation | Good |
|---|---|
| Curb weight | 3,480 lbs |
| Peak force | 19,700 lbs |
| Strength-to-weight ratio | 5.66 |
The Corsair’s roof demonstrates a strong strength-to-weight ratio, exceeding the minimum requirement for a “Good” rating.
Head Restraints & Seats
Whiplash protection is crucial in rear-end collisions, and head restraints play a vital role. The Lincoln Corsair 2022’s head restraints and seats received a “Good” overall rating.
Rating: Good
| Overall evaluation | Good |
|---|---|
| Dynamic rating | Good |
| Seat/head restraint geometry | Good |
The geometry and dynamic performance of the Corsair’s head restraints are deemed effective in preventing whiplash injuries.
Headlights
Headlight performance is graded based on visibility and glare. The Lincoln Corsair 2022 has multiple headlight variations with varying ratings.
LED Projector Headlights (Reserve & Grand Touring with Packages): Acceptable
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | Acceptable |
This headlight variant, available on higher trims with specific packages, achieves an “Acceptable” rating. Low beams provide good visibility on straightaways and curves but create some glare. High beams also offer good visibility, and high-beam assist compensates for low beam limitations on curves.
LED Reflector Headlights (Standard & Other Trims, Built After April 2022): Poor
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | Poor |
This LED reflector headlight system, standard on some trims and for vehicles built after April 2022, receives a “Poor” rating due to excessive glare from the low beams. Visibility is good on straightaways but only fair on curves.
LED Reflector Headlights (Standard & Other Trims, Built Before May 2022): Poor
| Evaluation criteria | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | Poor |
Similar to the previous reflector type, this earlier version also receives a “Poor” rating with excessive glare from low beams and inadequate high beam visibility on the left side of straightaways.
Front Crash Prevention: Vehicle-to-Vehicle
Forward collision prevention systems are increasingly important safety features. The Lincoln Corsair 2022 offers two system variations, both achieving “Superior” ratings for vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention.
Optional Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (Lincoln Co-Pilot360+): Superior
| Overall evaluation | Superior |
|---|---|
| Forward collision warning | Yes |
| 12 mph test | Collision Avoided |
| 25 mph test | Collision Avoided |
Standard Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking: Superior
| Overall evaluation | Superior |
|---|---|
| Forward collision warning | Yes |
| 12 mph test | Collision Avoided |
| 25 mph test | Collision Avoided |
Both standard and optional systems successfully avoided collisions in 12 mph and 25 mph vehicle-to-vehicle tests and meet forward collision warning requirements.
Front Crash Prevention: Pedestrian (Day)
Pedestrian detection systems are crucial for urban safety. The Lincoln Corsair 2022 offers standard and optional pedestrian front crash prevention systems with different ratings.
Standard Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking: Superior
| Overall evaluation | Superior |
|---|---|
| Crossing child (12 mph) | Collision Avoided |
| Crossing child (25 mph) | Impact speed reduced by 22 mph |
| Crossing adult (12 mph) | Collision Avoided |
| Crossing adult (25 mph) | Collision Avoided |
| Parallel adult (25 mph) | Collision Avoided |
| Parallel adult (37 mph) | Impact speed reduced by 34 mph |
The standard system demonstrates “Superior” performance, avoiding collisions or significantly reducing impact speeds in various pedestrian scenarios.
Optional Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking (Lincoln Co-Pilot 360 Plus package): Advanced
| Overall evaluation | Advanced |
|---|---|
| Crossing child (12 mph) | Collision Avoided |
| Crossing child (25 mph) | Impact speed reduced by 17 mph |
| Crossing adult (12 mph) | Collision Avoided |
| Crossing adult (25 mph) | Collision Avoided |
| Parallel adult (25 mph) | Collision Avoided |
| Parallel adult (37 mph) | Impact speed reduced by 20 mph |
The optional system achieves an “Advanced” rating, still performing well in pedestrian detection but with slightly less impact speed reduction in some scenarios compared to the standard system.
Child Seat Anchors (LATCH)
Child seat anchor ease of use is important for families. The Lincoln Corsair 2022 receives a “Good+” rating for its LATCH system.
Rating: Good + Extra LATCH positions
| Overall evaluation | Good + extra LATCH positions |
|---|---|
| Vehicle trim | Reserve |
| Seat type | leather |
The Corsair has two rear seating positions with complete LATCH hardware and an additional position with a tether anchor and borrowed lower anchors, earning the “Good+” rating for LATCH ease of use.
Child Seat Anchor Details by Seating Position
| Position | Rating Details |
|---|---|
| 1 | Tether anchor (easy-to-find), Lower anchors (easy to use) |
| 2 | Tether anchor (easy-to-find), Lower anchors (borrowed) |
| 3 | Tether anchor (easy-to-find), Lower anchors (easy to use) |
Conclusion
The 2022 Lincoln Corsair demonstrates strong safety performance across various crash tests, achieving “Good” ratings in most categories. Notably, it excels in frontal crash protection and vehicle-to-vehicle front crash prevention. However, the “Marginal” rating in the updated side impact test and “Poor” headlight ratings for certain trims indicate areas for potential improvement. Overall, the Lincoln Corsair 2022 provides a solid level of safety for occupants, making it a compelling choice in the luxury compact SUV segment, especially when equipped with the better-rated headlight options and considering its robust frontal crash performance and crash avoidance technologies.
