Whether you like it or not, the automotive world is doing its best to ensure that new car buyers embrace electrification. While automakers have recently cooled off on pushing full electric vehicles due to their continued unpopularity, they're at least trying to recoup some of their investment by offering a more varied range of hybrid vehicles. Sales of such machines have increased considerably in recent times, primarily due to how much more convenient they are to use on a daily basis versus a full EV.That said, one particular type of hybrid is seemingly gasping its final breaths in the US. The American-built plug-in hybrid is becoming a rare sight in dealers across the land, and one of the last examples left on the market is the 2026 Lincoln Corsair Grand Touring. Should you be one of the seemingly few who prefer to roll around in a plug-in hybrid, perhaps this jazzed-up Ford could be the ideal candidate for the job. The Corsair Is Lincoln's Entry-Level SUV, For Now LincolnThe Corsair sits towards the lower end of Lincoln's price list. Seeing as it's produced by Ford's luxury arm, it's still geared towards offering an upmarket experience, but just in a smaller and less advanced package versus more expensive options like the Aviator and Navigator. The compact crossover is built upon the same Ford C2 underpinnings used by the likes of the Bronco Sport and Escape models, though the Corsair features classier styling inside and out to reflect its Lincoln branding.Most versions of the Corsair are equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter engine, though the range-topping PHEV Grand Touring comes with a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-pot unit instead. Rather than use a turbo, the powerplant is twinned with a pair of electric motors that can not only assist the engine in getting up to speed to save fuel, but also run the vehicle using pure electric power when needed. The Corsair Grand Touring Combines Solid Pace And Efficiency LincolnWhile the Corsair isn't exactly outstanding when it comes to either speed or fuel efficiency, it provides a decent balance of both attributes. The combined power output of the powertrain stands at 266 horsepower, grunt that is shared between all four wheels thanks to the layout of the powertrain. While one of the electric motors is mounted on the front axle and helps the engine drive the front wheels, the other is placed on the rear axle to power the rear wheels. The extra traction and torque from the motors are welcomed too, given they add a hefty 559 pounds to the overall weight of the Corsair. Despite this, the SUV can hit 60 mph in less than 6.5 seconds, a respectable performance for such a machine.The plug-in hybrid powertrain also affords extra versatility against either an EV or a traditional internal combustion-engine vehicle, primarily as the electric motor and battery combo can allow the car to cover 28 miles on pure EV power. This is particularly useful in town, as using battery power will allow you to save fuel while stuck in traffic, or at least reduce pollution in tightly-packed settings. Then, when you hit a faster road or run out of electric power, the engine can run alongside the motors and provide an average of 33 MPG. Lincoln's Frugal Luxury SUV Is Decently Affordable LincolnSeeing as the Corsair Grand Touring comes with a Lincoln badge, and is the range-topping version of the model, you'll be expecting it to cost a fortune. In fact, with a base MSRP of $54,365, it's comparable in price to European rivals like the BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC. It's also the same sort of money as a mid-range Cadillac XT5 Premium Luxury, which comes with a less efficient turbocharged 2.0-liter engine only, with no hybrid option to be found. More evidence that the Lincoln really is a surviving example of a dying breed.The only thing to note is that you won't have much longer to buy a brand-new example. Lincoln has already announced that 2026 will be the final model year for the vehicle, with a new version potentially arriving in 2027. The plan could be to build the new car in China and ship it over to the US, much like the company does with its Nautilus offering, but nothing is set in stone just yet. Either way, the new Corsair will be sold in China, even if it doesn't ultimately make it across the ocean. A Range-Topping Corsair Provides An Entry-Level Luxury Lifestyle LincolnAs you'd expect for north of $50k, the Corsair Grand Touring comes with a solid range of creature comforts as standard. You get heated seats coated in sumptuous premium leather, though it's a little disappointing that you have to spend extra to have them electrically operated. You also get dual-zone climate control, satellite navigation, and a useful power liftgate, as well as soothing ambient lighting that amplifies the air of luxury within the cabin. You also get a moonroof for the price of admission.Wood trim is optional, though some of the interior plastics bring the upmarket mood down a little. You also get a leather steering wheel, though you have to pay extra if you want it to come with heating functionality. Rear parking sensors do come as standard, though be prepared to hand over a little more if you want some out front, or if you fancy a versatile 360-degree camera. There's a solid list of equipment here, and the Corsair might just be more luxurious than you think, but there are few outstanding inclusions as standard, given the Grand Touring is the range-topping offering. The Corsair Favors Front Occupants Lincoln Then we come to the interior space that the Corsair boasts. When compared to its XT5 rival, it fares well when it comes to front passengers, with the vehicle providing an extra half-inch of headspace, as well as a full two inches more legroom. Things take a turn for the worse once you head out back though, as the Caddy not only has more head and legroom on the menu, but also a larger trunk. The Lincoln offers adequate levels of space, but once again, it fails to shine brightly. The Plug-In Hybrid Is Becoming An Extinct Species In The US LexusIt may not move the needle when it comes to being an effective luxury compact crossover, but the Corsair Grand Touring at least nails the brief for those who need such a vehicle equipped with a plug-in hybrid powertrain, but desire an American badge sitting proudly out front. The plug-in hybrid as a concept is quickly falling out of favor with American buyers, as illustrated by data supplied by CarGurus. Between Q1 2025 and the same period in 2026, sales of PHEVs dropped by well over 50% on average, whereas normal mild hybrids increased by around 15% over the same timeframe.A key reason for this is due to the EV incentives making such cars more affordable being dropped by the Trump administration, which makes the cheaper mild hybrid models more attractive. They're no more efficient when running in pure hybrid mode, and gulp more fuel when the battery gets completely depleted in pure EV mode. They also tend to be less practical than a mild hybrid model, since a larger battery pack is needed in most cases, which takes up crucial cabin space. Plus, having to charge the battery if it's fully depleted is as much of a hassle as charging a full EV is, whereas with a mild hybrid, you only have to worry about keeping the gas tank full, like a normal ICE. Range extender models are also becoming more popular, as they offer the excellent torque and quietness of an electric car, but also with the range of an ICE due to a normal gas engine being used solely as a generator.Stellantis has already seen the writing on the wall for the PHEV, and in January, it canceled all its American plug-in models. The new Corsair is also expected to feature a simpler mild hybrid powerplant, as opposed to the plug-in arrangement used by the outgoing offering. As a result, if you're in the minority of US buyers that do want a new American plug-in hybrid, you'd better get out and buy one while you still can.