The 2021 Chevrolet Traverse is a big family mover with a sharper look and better safety features.
PROS Sharp looks Standard active safety features Comfortable ride Spacious interior Wireless smartphone software
CONS Outdated AWD system Middling fuel economy Just one engine available
Chevrolet has given its three-row Traverse a light refresh for the 2021 model year that includes revised exterior styling and a host of new standard driver-assistance features. Among them are automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assist, and automatic high-beam headlamps. An 8.0-inch display inside the gauge cluster is now an available tech option, and new upholstery designs dress up the interior.
PROS Spacious cabin, peppy acceleration, fuel efficient powertrain.
CONS Big blind spots toward the rear, plasticky interior parts, most appealing options cost extra.
The 2021 Traverse has no significant changes. Part of the second Traverse generation introduced for 2018.
PROS Passenger room is generous in all three rows Loads of space for any combination of passengers and cargo Feature-rich infotainment system comes with standard Wi-Fi hotspot
CONS Some safety features are only available on top trims Quality of some interior panels and controls seems low-rent for this class
The Corsair finally gains its Grand Touring plug-in-hybrid model for 2021. The powertrain consists of a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with an electric motor, a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), and standard all-wheel drive. Lincoln is also introducing two new appearance packages.
Pros Looks fantastic, chassis delivers a plush ride, upscale interior with plenty of features.
Cons Uplevel models priced against more desirable rivals, handling isn't as lively as it could be, upgraded engine does little for performance.
The 2021 Lincoln Corsair builds its brand on serenity and luxury.
Pros Soothing cabin Beautiful body Good turbo-4 power An eye for detail
Cons Gas mileage is middling Gets pricey, quickly SUV-ish Not sporty like RDX or X3
The 2021 Lincoln Corsair's #3 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Compact SUVs category. Currently the Lincoln Corsair has a score of 8.2 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 16 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Spacious, comfortable cabin Lengthy list of standard features User-friendly infotainment interface
Cons Smaller touch screen than some rivals Less engaging driving dynamics than classmates
