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Owners praise the 2.0L flat-four with CVT for its standard all-wheel drive grip on snow and gravel, which translates to confidence in Northeast winters without paying for a truck. The tight turning radius and high ground clearance make it feel bigger than its compact footprint while parking remains easy in city lots.
The CVT transmission develops a shuddering or whining noise starting around 80k–120k miles, sometimes followed by limp-mode failures that dealers address with fluid flushes or full replacement ($3,500–$5,000). Head gasket seepage appears in many examples over 110k miles, showing oil residue on the block but not always requiring immediate rebuild. Paint peeling on the hood and roof is common by 100k+ miles, especially on darker colors.
Under 80k miles: $12,500–$15,200. 80k–140k miles: $9,800–$12,800. Over 140k miles: $7,500–$10,200. Accident history and CVT service records drive the spread; well-maintained examples with clean CarFax command the higher end.
Ranges are typical 2026 asking prices, not appraisals. The actual fair offer depends on this specific car's title history, accident record, and open recalls — which is what EstimateProof tells you.
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