# Lincoln Targets Fewer Than 300 U.S. Dealerships by 2027

> Lincoln plans to cut U.S. dealerships below 300 by 2027, boosting profitability despite falling sales.
- Title: Lincoln Targets Fewer Than 300 U.S. Dealerships by 2027
- Summary: Lincoln plans to cut U.S. dealerships below 300 by 2027, boosting profitability despite falling sales. Lincoln aims to reduce U.S. dealerships to under 300…
- Keywords: lincoln, ford, dealerships, 2027, profitability, sales, cars, Targets, Fewer, 300, Motor1
- Source: Motor1 — https://motor1.com/news/812390/lincoln-fewer-than-300-dealers
- Author: Adrian Padeanu
- Published: 2026-10-19T09:38:25+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: lincoln, ford, dealerships, us, 2027, profitability, sales, cars
## Lincoln's Dealership Strategy
Lincoln has reduced U.S. dealerships from 797 in 2019 to 387 currently, targeting fewer than 300 by 2027.
## Profitability Improves
Remaining Lincoln dealerships are expected to deliver their third-best year for profitability in 2026.
## Throughput Doubled
Lincoln's remaining dealerships have doubled their vehicle sales throughput since 2023.
## Separate Showrooms
Lincoln has separated dealerships from Ford stores since 2018 to create dedicated luxury facilities.
## Sales Decline
Lincoln's U.S. sales fell 12 percent in the first nine months of 2026 due to the Corsair crossover discontinuation.
## Corsair Return Plan
Lincoln plans to reintroduce the Corsair crossover for the 2027 model year, importing it from China.
## 2029 SUV Development
Lincoln is developing a rugged SUV based on the Ford Bronco for 2029, targeting $70,000 with off-road capabilities.
## Key takeaway

Lincoln aims to reduce U.S. dealerships to under 300 by 2027 to improve profitability amid declining sales.