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Owners love the 3.0L EcoBoost engine paired with the 6-speed SelectShift automatic—it delivers 365 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque, making highway merging and towing feel effortless on the 2013 refresh. Third-row legroom and fold-flat cargo seats turn road trips into actual vacations without the price tag of a Tahoe. Many buyers specifically sought this year because Ford fixed the 2011–2012 transmission shudder issues before the 2013 model year arrived.
Transmission hesitation and soft shifts show up consistently around 80k–120k miles, even though the worst 2011 failures became rarer by 2013. Panoramic sunroofs leak at 60k–100k miles, soaking floor mats and triggering electrical gremlins in the cabin. The PCV system clogs prematurely (roughly 90k–130k miles) and causes rough idle and check-engine lights. Rust on the exhaust heat shield begins at 70k miles in humid climates. NHTSA noted brake vibration complaints around 50k–70k miles.
Under 80k miles: $16,500–$19,500. 80k–130k miles: $13,000–$16,500. Over 130k miles: $10,000–$13,000. Regional salt-belt vehicles run $1,500–$2,500 lower due to rust risk. Clean Carfax and full service records add $1,000–$2,000 to any band; recent transmission work or sunroof repair is a red flag unless covered by recent extended warranty.
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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