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Owners praise the 2.0L boxer engine paired with the CVT for holding up well past 150k miles when maintained on schedule. The standard all-wheel drive grips in snow and rain without the gas-guzzling penalty of bigger SUVs, which matters in cold climates. The tight turning radius makes parking in tight spots easy, and the back seat folds flat for hauling a futon or amp to a gig.
The 2017 CVT transmission exhibits shuddering and surging between 60k and 100k miles, sometimes requiring a fluid flush or full replacement by 120k. Door latch corrosion causes doors to stick or pop open while driving, especially in salt-belt states. Head gasket seepage shows up around 100k miles as a slow oil leak below the engine; not an immediate crisis but a ticking time bomb.
Under 80k miles: $14,500–$17,200. 80k–140k miles: $11,800–$14,900. Over 140k miles: $8,500–$11,200. Spread driven by CVT condition, accident history, and regional salt damage to body panels and undercarriage.
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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