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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 Ford F-150 tops the best-seller list at the end of every year, and the 2010 edition is no exception. Just be on the lookout for a handful of major and minor electrical issues, some structural...

The 2011 Ford Fusion just plain isn’t a great used car. There’s no nice way of putting it. Despite a four-star crash test rating with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the sheer...

Ford dominates the best-sellers of 2011 with the usual F-Series in first place, and the Escape and Fusion ranking in the top ten, proving, alongside the Chevrolet Cruze, that American manufacturers...

2012 Ford F-Series Problems Include Persistent Unintended Downshifting, Steering Wheel Lockup, and Exploding Windows The 2012 Ford F-Series scored a respectable four star safety rating from the...

2012’s Best Selling Vehicles Dominated by Full-Size Pickups, Honda, and Toyota 2012 was another banner year for Ford, holding the top spot with the F-Series, and bringing up the rear with the...

2010’s Top Selling Vehicles Saw Ford, Honda Reigning Supreme Ford F-Series No big surprises in the number one spot. The Ford F-Series has been the best selling vehicle in the US for over four...

The 2010 Ford Mustang lasts around 200,000 miles with only some minor hood corrosion and A/C system issues. At $9,499 to $28,830, it’s a decent value for a fun and responsive sports car....

The 2010 Ford Taurus lasts around 250,000 miles with only some minor transmission leaks and steering noise. At $7,047 to $8,540, it’s a good value for buyers looking for a large sedan built to haul...

The 2009 Ford Edge lasts around 250,000 miles with only minor brake and A/C issues. At $7,003 to $8,906, it’s a good value for a midsize SUV if you want a car-like driving experience....

The 2009 Ford Mustang lasts around 200,000 miles with only some minor paint and door panel issues. At $6,663 to $34,551, it’s a good value for a powerful and dependable sports car....

The 2009 Ford Ranger lasts around 250,000 miles with only some minor engine and suspension vibrations. At $7,818 to $11,543, it’s a good value for a compact and efficient truck....

The 2008 Ford Edge only lasts around 150,000 miles with serious engine and transmission problems. At $6,651 to $8,054, it’s a lot of money for an SUV that breaks down often....

The 2008 Ford Mustang lasts around 200,000 miles with only some paint and interior issues. At $5,989 to $9,452, it’s a great choice for shoppers looking for an affordable sports car....

The 2008 Ford Explorer lasts around 250,000 miles with only some transmission and sun visor issues. At $5,472 to $7,171, it’s an affordable choice for a larger SUV. [price=ford/explorer/2008,price1]...

The 2007 Ford Explorer lasts around 150,000 to 200,000 miles transmission and engine issues. At $5,315 to $6,731 it’s cheap, but not worth it with the high ownership costs....

The 2007 Ford Mustang lasts around 200,000 miles with only some paint and alternator issues. At $6,393 to $10,017, it’s a good value for an entry-level sports car. [price=ford/mustang/2007,price1]...

The 2007 Ford Edge only lasts around 150,000 miles with a lot of transmission and brake system problems. At $5,393 to $6,256, it’s a lot of money for an SUV that will leave you stranded....

The 2006 Escape only lasts around 150,000 miles with engine and transmission problems. At $3,292 to $5,568 it’s cheap, but not worth the cost since it will break down a lot....

The 2006 Fusion can last over 250,000 miles with only some door handle and turn signal issues. At $4,521 to $6,458, it’s a good value for a sedan buyers can count on for the long haul....

The 2010 Escape only lasts around 150,000 miles with transmission failures and engine issues. At $7,052 to $11,587, it’s a lot of money to spend on an SUV that breaks down....

The 2010 Focus can last over 250,000 miles with only some idling and wheel bearing issues. At $4,664 to $6,684, it’s a bargain for a dependable car with this much technology....

The 2010 Edge can last over 250,000 miles with only some spark plug and brake booster issues. At $7,911 – 9,732, it’s affordable for a well-made midsize SUV. [price=ford/edge/2010,price1]...

The 2009 Escape lasts around 150,000 miles with transmission and power steering failures. At $5,162 – 6,470, it’s not worth the money for an SUV that breaks down a lot....

The 2009 Focus can last over 250,000 miles with only some alignment and general fit & finish issues. At $4,742 – 5,485, it’s an affordable compact car we recommend....

The 2008 Focus lasts around 200,000 miles with only some suspension and ignition switch issues. At $4,207 – 4,381, it’s a good bargain for a dependable compact car....

The 2008 Escape only lasts around 150,000 miles with many transmission and engine failures. At $4,916 – 5,092, it’s not worth buying since you’ll spend twice as much on repairs....

The 2008 Fusion lasts over 250,000 miles with only some brake and dashboard issues. At $4,300 – 4,809, it’s an affordable choice for a dependable and roomy sedan. [price=ford/fusion/2008,price1]...

The 2010 Ford Edge has seven recalls, and five of them deal with the inflater in the Takata airbag exploding and possibly sending deadly shards of metal at the passengers. There has also been a common...

The 2007 Focus only lasts around 150,000 miles with transmission and electrical issues. At $3,610 – 4,737, it’s cheaper than rivals, but will spend more time in the shop....

The 2007 Escape only lasts around 150,000 miles with transmission and engine failures. At $4,275 – $5,275, it’s a cheap SUV, but will spend a lot of time in the shop....

The 2007 Fusion can last over 250,000 miles with only some dash and brake problems. At $4,255 – 4,450, it’s affordable for a comfortable and reliable sedan. [price=ford/fusion/2007,price1]...

The 2006 Explorer only lasts around 150,000 miles due to expensive transmission and engine failures. At $4,650 – $6,200 it’s cheap, but you’ll spend a lot of money on repairs....

With its distinctive hunchback shape, the Ford Edge is a crossover SUV with an appealing design. However, its reliability may be cause for concern. The model debuted in 2007, and second-year issues...

By a vehicle’s final model year before a major redesign, you’d think an automaker would have worked out all the kinks. That may not be the case with the Ford Fusion, a midsize sedan with an...

The 2007 Ford Edge was named one of the ‘Best Cars for Families’ by Parents Magazine. However, there are some serious safety recalls, too, for airbags that may rupture, and mechanical problems like a...

The 2006 Focus lasts over 250,000 miles with only some key and electrical issues. At $4,050 – $4,750, it’s a bargain for a compact car that stands up to the test of time....

The 2006 Taurus lasts around 200,000 miles with some engine and heater system problems. At $3,575 – $3,825 it’s very affordable and is a good budget-friendly option....

Despite its four-star NHTSA safety rating, a Top Safety Pick award, and a modest starting price, the 2012 Ford Focus simply has too many issues to qualify as a smart used car buy. Key Points The 2012...

The 2006 Ford Mustang lasts up to 200,000 miles, but there are engine and transmission problems. At $5,900 – $9,375 it’s cheap, but there are better years in the same price range....

Ford’s midsize Edge SUV offers decent longevity, much thanks to its reliable standard powertrain. But be cautious of models from 2007 and 2008 and 2011-2013, which are more likely to need costly...

The 2005 F-150 can last up to 300,000 miles with some spark plug and window problems. At $3,375 – $8,200, it’s a good value for a shopper looking for a dependable truck....

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...

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 2014 Focus is an affordable compact car with a Kelley Blue Book fair market range of $8,092 to $10,245. However, it does not come highly recommended by owners, who have reported countless problems...

Starting at under $5,000 in the Kelley Blue Book, the 2007 Ford Fusion may be an attractive prospect for used car buyers. But a whole slew of transmission troubles will have you thinking twice. Key...

The 2014 Ford Focus is a popular and affordable compact car. But it has a troublesome dual-clutch transmission, serious safety problems with doors not latching properly, and electronic issues that...

The 2012 Edge lasts around 200,000 miles with many engine and brake system problems. At $10,942 – 14,592, it’s too expensive when there are better SUVs on the market....

The Bronco Sport was introduced in 2021 and it already has some bugs to work out. Owners’ complaints are accruing over powertrain issues, paint chipping, and engine knocks. Several recalls have...

The 2011 Edge lasts around 150,000 miles with lots of electrical and engine issues. At $9,374 – 12,633, it’s an SUV to avoid with higher ownership costs than rivals....