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Other than a pair of open airbag investigations, there’s not a lot of major issues with the 2013 Honda Civic. A few drivers have reported hesitant and jumpy acceleration, and a few others have...

With its perfect crash test scores and only one recall on file, the 2013 Honda CR-V offers very little for used car buyers to worry about. You’ll want to look out for transmission shake and...

The 2013 Nissan Altima earned some of the best crash test ratings we’ve ever seen. It’s affordable, efficient, comfortable, and troubled with major airbag and electrical problems, plus...

The 2013 Toyota Corolla was awarded four stars overall by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Add that to a low rate...

The 2013 Chevrolet Cruze only lasts around 200,000 miles with some serious electrical and transmission problems. At $7,600 to $8,575 it’s cheap, but not worth the money when a sudden transmission...

The Ford F-Series predictably holds its lead as the top selling vehicle in the US for 2013, with Toyota and Honda dominating the mid-size and compact market, and the Ford Escape bringing up the rear...

The 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is a remarkably dependable American-made full-size pickup, one of the best of its era if you can find it with low mileage. Recalls for the airbags, engine stall, and...

You could do a lot worse than the 2013 Ram Pickup. If you can find one with low miles, and in good condition, you might not need to buy another truck for years to come. But there are a few issues...

The 2013 Honda Accord earns very high marks for safety from both the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. But, unresolved steering issues and...

The 2013 Chevrolet Impala lasts around 250,000 miles with only some minor stabilitrak system and steering issues. At $9,029 to $10,075, it’s cheaper than most competitors making it a great value for...

The 2013 Kia Optima only lasts around 150,000 miles with serious engine failures and steering system problems. At $11,436 to $14,036, it’s way too expensive for a car that may leave you stranded when...

The 2013 Jeep Wrangler lasts around 250,000 miles with some average engine stalling and suspension issues. At $20,886 to $30,208, it’s expensive, yet is a great choice if you’re in the market for an...

The 2013 Nissan Sentra only lasts around 125,000 miles with serious transmission failures and brake system issues. At $7,896 to $8,683 it’s cheap but not worth the money since you’ll spend thousands...

The 2013 Ford Edge only lasts around 150,000 miles with costly electrical and engine problems. It’s cheap at $12,285 to $17,077, yet not worth the money when the same parts fail repeatedly....

The 2013 Honda Odyssey lasts around 300,000 miles with only minor braking and engine hesitation issues. At $13,895 to $18,491, it’s a great value for a minivan loaded with a lot of technology....

The 2013 Toyota Highlander lasts over 300,000 miles with only some minor paint and A/C issues. At $17,252 to $21,670, it’s an excellent value for a very long-lasting midsize SUV with a luxurious...

The 2013 Honda Pilot lasts around 250,000 miles with only minor paint and spark plug issues. At $15,600 to $19,940, it’s a great value for a midsize SUV with enough room for a family....

The 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan only lasts around 200,000 miles with some serious computer and transmission problems. At $9,895 to $12,699, it’s cheap but not worth the money when it’ll take thousands of...

The 2013 Subaru Forester lasts around 250,000 miles with only some minor oil consumption and wheel bearing issues. At $11,477 to $15,284, it’s a good value for a compact SUV built to drive in the dirt...

The 2013 Chrysler 200 only lasts around 150,000 miles with a lot of serious engine and transmission problems. At $8,121 to $12,507 it’s cheap but not worth the money when you’ll spend thousands fixing...

The 2013 Chrysler Town & Country lasts around 200,000 miles with only some average computer & cabin noise issues. At $11,675 to $13,963 it’s a great value if you’re in the market for a...

The 2013 Toyota Sienna lasts over 300,000 miles with only some minor seat and electrical issues. At $15,596 to $20,344 it’s expensive, but worth it for the best minivan on the market....

The 2013 BMW 3 Series lasts around 200,000 miles with relatively minor engine sensor and fuel pump issues. At $13,134 to $32,380, it’s a good value for shoppers looking for an entry-level German...

The 2013 Kia Soul only lasts around 150,000 miles with a lot of engine failures and battery issues. At $8,238 to $10,399 it’s cheap, yet still not worth the money when engine repairs cost nearly as...

The 2013 Subaru Outback only lasts around 150,000 miles with serious engine and transmission failures. At $11,334 to $15,456, it’s too expensive when you’ll need to spend a ton of money on repairs....

The 2013 Nissan Versa only lasts around 125,000 miles with serious transmission and suspension issues. At $6,402 to $7,584 it’s cheap, but not worth the money when you’ll spend thousands to keep it...

The 2013 Toyota Tundra lasts over 350,000 miles with only minor steering and oil consumption issues. At $15,736 to $31,684, it’s an excellent value for a powerful and long-lasting full size truck....

The 2013 Volkswagen Passat lasts around 250,000 miles with only minor fuel pump and stereo system issues. At $9,946 to $12,164, it’s a good value for an entry-level European sedan with plenty of room...

The 2013 Kia Sorento only lasts around 120,000 miles with a lot of serious engine failures reported. At $11,691 to $14,777 it’s cheap, but not worth the money when the motors fail repeatedly....

The 2013 Mazda3 lasts around 250,000 miles with only some minor headlight and cracked dashboard issues. At $8,871 to $15,631, it’s a good value for a dependable compact car that’s affordable to own...

The 2013 Lexus RX lasts over 300,000 miles with only some minor brake and paint issues. At $19,545 to $21,175, it’s expensive, but worth the money for the best entry-level luxury SUV from 2013....

The 2013 GMC Terrain only lasts around 150,000 miles with a lot of serious engine and transfer case problems. At $11,581 to $15,088, it’s cheap, but not worth buying when you’ll spend thousands...

The 2013 Dodge Charger lasts around 200,000 miles with only some alternator and A/C system issues. At $13,477 to $26,029, it’s a good value for buyers looking for a sports car with enough room for a...

The 2013 Chevrolet Traverse lasts around 250,000 miles with only some minor A/C and power steering issues. At $12,556 to $16,287, it’s a good value for a spacious and dependable SUV....

The 2013 Dodge Avenger is a solid compact sedan offering average reliability. The car’s biggest problems are handled by recalls, like the motor’s likelihood to stall. Yet, a number of smaller issues...

The spacious Honda Pilot is an excellent utilitarian vehicle for families looking for a decent midsize SUV. However, properly test drive the 2013 model year as it has known transmission issues like...

The 2013 Soul belonged to the first generation of Kia’s quirky little crossover. Though smartly designed, the subcompact SUV is marred by engine failure, fire risk, and steering issues. Despite 2013...

Subarus are famous for safety and capability, but the reliability of the 2013 Outback is questionable due to numerous airbag recalls, and complaints of engines excessively burning oil and...

Fans of the Volvo XC60 will love its compact dimensions and minimalist styling. But beware of the crossover’s six-speed transmission, which has a reputation for delayed shifts, hesitation, and...

The 2013 Kia Sorento is plagued with powertrain problems that increase the risk of a fire and can lead to stalls. Despite the Korean automaker issuing recalls for these matters, some owners still had...

A commendable choice in the used space, the 2013 Toyota Tacoma has a low maintenance cost of just $509 a year. But it has a few common problems that include drivetrain, brake, and steering issues. Key...

The Kia Optima is usually a pretty solid, reliable nameplate, but the 2013 edition comes with a host of problems, including an urgent fire hazard notice from the National Highway Traffic Safety...

Auto critics praise the 2013 Chrysler 200’s ride as ‘smooth and solid.’ However, the midsize car has a few reported problems too, including over failing safety systems, engine...

Most problems in the 2013 GMC Terrain relate to the engine, with some owners complaining of excessive oil consumption and leaks that can result in the engine stalling or making knocking sounds....

With an annual maintenance cost of $600 and many issues that have persisted for years since they were recalled, the 2013 Dodge Dart isn’t exactly a lemon, but it may have you spending more time...

The 2013 Ford C-Max was a reliable, safe compact hybrid for its day, but after a decade on the road, maintenance costs are only going up, averaging around $567 a year, and a new traction battery goes...

The 2013 Ram pickup truck has its share of reported issues, including rollaway, airbag malfunctions, and infotainment system hacking. But with fewer than 600 complaints across more than 350,000 units...

With almost 2,000 complaints registered with the NHTSA, the 2013 Ford Edge stands as the model’s most problematic. Half of the owner complaints concern the door ajar warning light staying on,...

The Elantra struggled with engine stalls and steering problems through much of the past decade. But the compact car’s 2010 and 2018 models enjoy strong safety ratings and have fewer complaints...

At just under $800 a year, maintenance costs for the 2013 GMC Acadia Denali are a bit steep. But the SUV’s issues are few and far between. There’s simply not much to worry about behind the...