2027 Audi Q9 vs 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid
Too close to call: Audi Q9 94.8 vs Lincoln Corsair Hybrid 94.7 with these weights. The Lincoln Corsair Hybrid is ahead on warranty. Raise the warranty weight from 2 to 2.1 and it flips.
2027 Audi Q9
The 2027 Audi Q9 is a gas midsize SUV announced by Audi in 2 trims; fueleconomy.gov has not listed this model year yet, so the specs and prices here come from t…
2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid
The 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid is a midsize SUV; vehicles over 8,500 lb GVWR are not certified for fuel economy by the EPA, so this page is built from NHTSA's …
2027 Audi Q9
Toss-upToo close to call: Audi Q9 94.8 vs Lincoln Corsair Hybrid 94.7 with these weights. The Lincoln Corsair Hybrid is ahead on warranty. Raise the warranty weight from 2 to 2.1 and it flips.
| Category · weight | 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybridoverall 94.7 | 2027 Audi Q9overall 94.8 | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pricenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||||||||
| Fuel & rangenot compared | No data | No data | |||||||||||||||
| Safetyw 4 | 92 | 100 | |||||||||||||||
NHTSA 5-Star rating, WhichTrim Safety Signal (open recalls by severity), owner complaints, standard driver-assist features (from the press kit, or from what the manufacturer filed with NHTSA where there is none). Open park-outside / do-not-drive advisories cost 25 points. | |||||||||||||||||
| Space & cargonot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||||||||
| Performancenot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||||||||
| Tech & comfortnot compared | Specs not available | Specs not available | |||||||||||||||
| Warrantyw 2 | 100 | 84.5 | |||||||||||||||
Basic and powertrain coverage in years and miles. | |||||||||||||||||
| Overall | 94.7 | 94.8 | |||||||||||||||
Safety-only comparison · 2 of 7 categories compared · specs not available for Lincoln Corsair Hybrid
Lincoln Corsair Hybrid: safety only (EPA and NHTSA record; specs not available) · Audi Q9: base trim Q9 quattro AWD. Pick a trim in the tool to compare any other trim.
Raise the warranty weight from 2 to 2.1 and the answer flips.
Where the gap is
the biggest differences, from the scorecard's own numbersWhere the 2027 Audi Q9 wins
- It has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 92).
Where the 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid answers
- It carries 6 years of powertrain warranty against 4.
- It carries 70,000 miles of powertrain warranty against 50,000.
What they share
- A 4-year basic warranty.
- 50,000-mile basic coverage.
Ranked by how far apart the two score on each measure, so a price gap and a horsepower gap are compared on the same scale. Every figure is on this page.
Specifications side by side
45 specs · manufacturer press kits| Spec | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | — | $87,700 |
| Engine Basics | ||
| Aspiration | — | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | — | 6 |
| Engine displacement | — | 2,894 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | — | 2.9L TFSI twin turbo V6 |
| Fuel injection system | — | TFSI |
| Valve configuration | — | DOHC 24-Valve |
| Engine Output | ||
| Horsepower | — | 429 hp |
| Torque | — | 442 lb-ft |
| Transmission | ||
| Final drive ratio | — | 3.504 |
| Transmission speeds | — | 8 |
| Transmission type | — | 8-speed Tiptronic |
| Dimensions Exterior | ||
| Overall height | — | 71.4 in |
| Overall length | — | 209 in |
| Overall width | — | 86.8 in |
| Wheelbase | — | 124 in |
| Cargo | ||
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | — | 87.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | — | 50 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | — | 19.3 cu-ft |
| Seating | ||
| Passenger seating capacity | — | 7 |
| Headroom | ||
| Front headroom | — | 39.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | — | 40 in |
| Third-row headroom | — | 39.8 in |
| Legroom | ||
| Front legroom | — | 41.5 in |
| Second-row legroom | — | 41.6 in |
| Third-row legroom | — | 29.1 in |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (maximum) | — | 5,302 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | — | 5,302 lbs |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension type | — | Five-link independent with adaptive air suspension |
| Rear suspension type | — | Five-link independent with adaptive air suspension |
| Steering | ||
| Steering type | — | Electromechanical progressive steering with speed-sensitive power assist |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | — | 43.6 ft |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake diameter | — | 400 mm |
| Front brake type | — | 6-piston fixed caliper, ventilated steel discs |
| Parking brake type | — | Electro-mechanical |
| Rear brake diameter | — | 350 mm |
| Rear brake type | — | Single-piston floating caliper, ventilated steel discs |
| Wheels | ||
| Wheel diameter | — | 21 in |
| Wheel material | — | forged alloy |
| Tires | ||
| Tire size | — | 285/45 R21 113H XL all-season run flat |
| Fuel System | ||
| Fuel tank capacity | — | 21.1 gal |
| Connected Services | ||
| Connected services brand | — | Audi connect |
| Shoulder Room | ||
| Front shoulder room | — | 59.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | — | 58.2 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | — | 48.9 in |
Green marks the better value where the direction is unambiguous (more room, more power, lower price). Blank rows are specs the press kit does not publish.
Equipment, feature by feature
54 features · differences first, then sharedSafety16 differ · 16 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic emergency brake system: standard forward and available rearward collision avoidance with pedestrian and cyclist detection | — | std |
| Standard 360-degree camera system: surround-view cameras with multiple viewing angles for parking and maneuvering | — | std |
| Standard rear cross-traffic assist: warns of approaching vehicles when backing out of parking spaces | — | std |
| Lane departure warning with two different modes – reduced and normal | — | std |
| Standard trailer stability control: detects trailer sway and stabilizes it by applying targeted braking to individual wheels | — | std |
| Adaptive cruise assist plus with hands-free highway driving (Level 2+ partial automated driving up to 85 mph) – standard on Q9 Premium Plus, Prestige, and SQ9 | — | opt |
| Anti-Lock Braking System with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | — | std |
| Available trailer maneuvering assist: takes over steering when reversing with a trailer attached; driver controls direction via Audi MMI display | — | opt |
| Communication light – displays warning symbol in optional digital OLED taillights (hazard triangle when hazard lights on or eCall/bCall pressed) | — | opt |
| Driver monitoring camera on steering column (tracks eye position and head movement for hands-free driving system) | — | std |
| Electro-mechanical parking brake | — | std |
| Emergency assist – brings vehicle to controlled stop if driver is unresponsive | — | std |
| Exit warning – radar sensors detect approaching vehicles/cyclists/pedestrians; can prevent or stop door opening; also controls projection and communication lights | — | std |
| Standard blind spot monitoring: visual alerts when vehicles are in adjacent lanes | — | std |
| Standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | — | std |
| Standard park assist plus: automated parallel and perpendicular parking with control of steering, acceleration, and braking | — | std |
Infotainment8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Dual charger for two smartphones compliant with the Qi2.2 standard | — | std |
| 12.3-inch passenger display with distraction-free dynamic privacy mode – standard | — | std |
| Android Automotive OS with Audi Application Store (third-party apps integrated into MMI, no smartphone required) | — | std |
| Audi assistant – AI-powered voice assistant with ChatGPT integration (requires Audi connect NAV subscription) | — | std |
| Bang & Olufsen Premium Sound System with 4D sound – 22 speakers, 2 seat actuators, 1,360 watts total – optional | — | opt |
| Factory-integrated dashcam system – optional (records video when microSD card installed) | — | opt |
| MMI panoramic display – curved design with OLED technology – 11.9-inch Audi virtual cockpit and 14.5-inch MMI touch display | — | std |
| USB-C Power Delivery charging across all three rows (45–100 watts) – optional | — | opt |
Convenience1 differ · 1 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic power doors with obstacle detection and electric soft-close mechanism | — | opt |
Seating9 differ · 9 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Sport seats plus with heating, ventilation, and massage functions (front seats) | — | opt |
| Standard sports seats in the front available with an optional ventilation function | — | opt |
| Fine Nappa leather | — | opt |
| For easier access to the third row of seats, the outer seat in the second-row slides forward electrically and can tilt forward without folding down | — | std |
| Heated door armrests and center armrests (front and rear) – optional | — | opt |
| In the third row, each seatback folds down individually at the push of a button | — | std |
| Leather and leatherette blends contribute to the refined character of the Q9 | — | std |
| Optional six-passenger layout with power-adjustable second-row captain's chair seats | — | opt |
| Sport seats plus (front) with heating, ventilation, massage, and headrest light signature and noise-canceling headrest speakers – optional | — | opt |
Interior4 differ · 4 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Power tilt and telescoping steering wheel | — | std |
| Almond Beige Audi exclusive design package – optional fully-curated interior package | — | opt |
| Ambient lighting package (standard colored contour lighting in dashboard and doors, dynamic interaction light strip) | — | std |
| Ambient lighting plus package with backlit surfaces in door card (standard on Q9 Prestige and SQ9) | — | opt |
Exterior8 differ · 8 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced turn signals – project stylized indicator onto ground in sync with dynamic signals at front and rear (comes with digital OLED taillights and Digital Matrix LED headlights) | — | opt |
| Digital Matrix LED headlights with micro-LED module (adaptive beam / Digital Matrix Light functionality) | — | std |
| Illuminated Singleframe grille with LED technology – optional | — | opt |
| Panoramic sunroof – largest ever in an Audi, standard, glass surface of more than 16 sq. ft. (1.5 sq. meters), can be opened or tilted | — | std |
| Panoramic sunroof switchable transparency (PDLC laminated safety glass) – optional | — | opt |
| Projection light in door sills – LED module projects rhombus onto ground (standard on Q9 Prestige) | — | opt |
| S line exterior trim – sportier Singleframe (open design without slats), pronounced lower front end, accentuated rear spoiler (available on launch edition models) | — | opt |
| Third-generation curved digital OLED taillights (available; standard on Q9 Prestige) | — | opt |
Powertrain3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| quattro® all-wheel drive | — | std |
| 8-speed Tiptronic® automatic transmission | — | std |
| Audi drive select system with six different modes – balanced, comfort, dynamic, offroad, individual, and assistant | — | std |
Chassis2 differ · 2 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Adaptive air suspension (five-link independent with continuously variable damping and adjustable ride height) | — | std |
| All-wheel steering (standard on Q9 Prestige) | — | opt |
Cargo3 differ · 3 listed
| Feature | Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Optional trailer hitch | — | opt |
| Roof rack for roof rails – included as standard | — | std |
| Standard aluminum rail system in trunk with sliding hooks and adjustable anchors for 3D cargo securing | — | std |
Highlighted rows are where the two differ. Wording is the manufacturer's own.
Safety record
NHTSA recalls, complaints, NCAPLincoln Corsair Hybrid
Top recalls
- high Power Train 26V688000 · 11,623 vehicles · filed unfixed
Audi Q9
Top recalls
No recalls on file.
Ownership
EPA, manufacturer warranty| Lincoln Corsair Hybrid | Audi Q9Q9 quattro AWD | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | — | $87,700 (base trim) |
| Price range across trims | — | $87,700 – $118,000 2 trims |
| Powertrains | — | GAS |
| EPA configuration compared | — | — |
| Combined mpg / MPGe | — | — |
| EPA annual fuel cost | — | — |
| EV range | — | — |
| Basic warranty | 4 yr / 50,000 mi (make terms) | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Powertrain warranty | 6 yr / 70,000 mi (make terms) | 4 yr / 50,000 mi |
| Roadside assistance | — | 4 yr |
Common questions
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsWhich is better, the 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid or the 2027 Audi Q9?
Too close to call: Audi Q9 94.8 vs Lincoln Corsair Hybrid 94.7 with these weights. The Lincoln Corsair Hybrid is ahead on warranty. Raise the warranty weight from 2 to 2.1 and it flips. On WhichTrim's default weights the 2027 Audi Q9 scores 94.8 and the 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid 94.7. The weights are yours to change — move what you care about and the verdict recalculates on the page.
Which has the better safety record, the 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid or the 2027 Audi Q9?
2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 1 recall (1 filed with no repair available). 2027 Audi Q9: no NHTSA rating yet, grade A, 0 recalls. Crash ratings come from NHTSA's own tests; the grade is WhichTrim's read of the recall record, and the two can disagree.
What are the biggest differences between the 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid and the 2027 Audi Q9?
Where the 2027 Audi Q9 wins: it has the cleaner recall record (Safety Signal 100 against 92). Where the 2027 Lincoln Corsair Hybrid answers: it carries 6 years of powertrain warranty against 4 and carries 70,000 miles of powertrain warranty against 50,000. What they share: a 4-year basic warranty and 50,000-mile basic coverage.