Vehicle price comparison
Ford Explorer vs Volkswagen Passat Rear Bumper prices
Saurabh Kumar
Co-Founder & CTO, Part Price Guide
Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
Ambika Sharma
Co-Founder & COO, Part Price Guide
12 years of project management and technical operations experience. Reviews price guides for sample size, fitment accuracy, and data freshness.
Price face-off
Median price comparison
Market analysis
Why does the Volkswagen Passat rear bumper cost more?
A used Volkswagen Passat rear bumper carries a median asking price of $295, which is 23% higher than the Ford Explorer at $227. Supply also plays a role: Ford Explorer has 2,993 priced listings versus 279 for Volkswagen Passat, and more listings generally mean more choices and more competitive pricing.
The Ford Explorer average ($318) runs 40% above its median ($227), indicating a tail of high-priced listings — likely low-mileage or remanufactured units pulling the average up.
Our guide covers 11 model years for the Ford Explorer (2015–2025) but only 8 for the Volkswagen Passat (2015–2022), so the Ford Explorer data reflects a broader range of generations.
Only 63% of Volkswagen Passat rear bumper listings include a posted price (279 of 443 observed) — the rest are "call for price," which usually signals negotiable or higher-than-average pricing.
The Ford Explorer rear bumper is interchangeable across 15 model years versus just 11 for the Volkswagen Passat — that wider compatibility window means more donor vehicles in salvage yards and tends to push prices lower.
Buyer's checklist
What to check before buying a used rear bumper cover
- Check the area around the trailer hitch cutout (if any) for stress cracks.
- Confirm whether reflectors and parking sensors are included in the assembly.
- Inspect the step pad area on truck bumpers for cracking from UV exposure.
- Look for paint-match issues: rear bumpers fade differently than steel body panels because they're plastic.
Full price guide
Ford Explorer Rear Bumper
$95 – $870 · 2,993 listings
Full price guide
Volkswagen Passat Rear Bumper
$50 – $681 · 279 listings
Common questions
Ford Explorer vs Volkswagen Passat rear bumper FAQ
Is a used Ford Explorer rear bumper cheaper than a Volkswagen Passat?
Ford Explorer has the lower median by $68 (23%). The Ford Explorer rear bumper ranges from $95 to $870 across 2,993 listings, while the Volkswagen Passat ranges from $50 to $681 across 279 listings.
Can I use a Ford Explorer rear bumper in a Volkswagen Passat?
This comparison describes pricing, not interchangeability. Even when two parts share similar prices, they may require different engines, trims, electronics, or mounting points. Always match the seller's part number against your VIN before purchasing.
How many listings does this comparison cover?
This comparison draws from 2,993 priced Ford Explorer listings and 279 priced Volkswagen Passat listings — 3,272 in total.
Are there different trim variants to choose from?
Yes. The Ford Explorer rear bumper has 9 trim variants and the Volkswagen Passat has 2. Variants differ by engine size, drivetrain, or part number — matching the right variant is critical for proper fitment.
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