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Used Ford Explorer A/C Compressor price

How much does a used Ford Explorer a/c compressor cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.

Ford Explorer · A/C Compressor

$109

median asking price

151 priced listings · $60–$315 · 4 trims

A used Ford Explorer a/c compressor costs $60 to $315, with a median asking price of $109. Based on 151 salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent): $110Grade B (good): $133Grade C (fair): $125

Ford Explorer a/c compressor price snapshot

USD

Low: $60
Average: $109
High: $315

200 listings reviewed · last updated Aug 2, 2026 · How we price

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$110–$110	1
Grade BStandard used	$133–$133	1
Grade CVisible wear	$125–$125	1
Grade XUngraded	$75–$75	1

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

2.3L
41 priced listings
$65–$315
Median$133
3.5L, w/o turbo
40 priced listings
$60–$307
Median$133
3.5L, turbo
35 priced listings
$60–$307
Median$75
3.7L
35 priced listings
$60–$307
Median$75

Model-year comparison

What does a Ford Explorer a/c compressor cost by year?

Year	Low	Median	High	Listings
2019	$60	$109	$315	200

Market analysis

How much does a used Ford Explorer a/c compressor cost?

Expect to pay $60–$315 for a used Ford Explorer a/c compressor; the median listing asks $109. That figure comes from 151 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index.

Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, 3.5L, turbo, lists at a $75 median, while 3.5L, w/o turbo commands $133, a 77% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.

Against comparable vehicles, the Ford Explorer sits 35% below the GMC Sierra 1500 ($168), 13% below the Jeep Grand Cherokee ($125), and 32% below the Ram 1500 ($161) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.

Buying a used a/c compressor: what to check

Ask for the donor vehicle's mileage. Lower-mileage parts carry more remaining life and resale value.
Confirm the warranty. Many salvage yards offer 30–90 day guarantees; some sell extended coverage.
Verify fitment against your VIN or the part number on your old unit, not just year and model.
Ask whether shipping and any core charge are included in the quoted price.

Common questions

Ford Explorer a/c compressor FAQ

How much is a used a/c compressor for a Ford Explorer?

Based on 151 salvage yard listings, a used Ford Explorer a/c compressor lists between $60 and $315, with a median asking price of $109.

What affects the price of a used Ford Explorer a/c compressor?

Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 4 distinct trims/variants for this part. Check the variant table above, since interchange differences can change the price substantially. Always confirm fitment against your VIN or part number before buying.

Which Ford Explorer model years does this price guide cover?

This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2019. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.

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