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Owners praise the 2.5L SkyActiv engine paired with the 6-speed automatic for smooth highway merging and zippy city acceleration without feeling sluggish at 60 mph. The tight steering and flat-bottomed wheel on higher trims give that sporty sedan feel without the sports-car price tag. Many owners report feeling genuinely connected to the road, especially on curvy roads where the chassis doesn't roll and body lean stays minimal.
The infotainment system locks up or requires a full reboot around 40k miles, forcing owners to sit in the parking lot while it restarts. Transmission fluid leaks from the pan gasket starting around 50k–80k miles, often leaving spots under parked cars before owners notice rough shifting. Paint peeling on the hood and roof panels has shown up by 35k miles in some regions, particularly with darker colors like Soul Red Crystal Metallic exposed to sun and salt.
Under 60k miles: $18,500–$22,000. 60k–100k miles: $16,000–$19,500. Over 100k miles: $13,500–$16,500. Sedan trims (Base, Preferred) sit at the low end; hatchbacks and higher trims (Select, Turbo) command 2k–3k more. Accident history drops asking price 10–15 percent; Midwest examples tend 5–8 percent cheaper than coastal listings.
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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