Used 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2021 Land Rover Defender AC Compressor prices

Year-specific used AC compressor pricing for the 2021 Land Rover Defender, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedOct 13, 2026

Part overview

About the 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor

A used 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor costs between $148 and $423, with a median of $271 from 47 salvage yard listings.

What the AC compressor does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used AC compressor price guide →

Also known asA/C CompressorAir Conditioning Compressor
Price summary

A used 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor costs $148 to $423, with a median asking price of $271. Based on 47 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2021–2023 (3 model years), updated Oct 13, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$218
Grade B (good)$281

2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor price snapshot

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Low
$148
Average
$265
High
$423
49 listings observed · 47 priced listings used · last updated Oct 13, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$150–$37123 listings
Grade BStandard used$148–$42324 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $148–$423 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$271
2021 Land Rover Defender median asking price
Labor
$285–$900
3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$555–$1,170
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for AC compressor replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include refrigerant evacuation and recharge, and a new receiver/drier if required. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full AC compressor replacement cost breakdown

Year-specific context

How does the 2021 Land Rover Defender compare?

The 2021 guide is based on 49 observed listings, including 47 with posted prices. Its $271 median is 78% above the Land Rover Defender guide's $152 median.

Among the 5 model years with current price data, 2021 ranks #5 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2022, 2023. Shopping across all 3 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

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What does a Land Rover Defender AC compressor cost in other years?

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What other Land Rover Defender parts are priced?

01spread ±39%

ABS Module

$900median
$574$1,275
02spread ±41%

Air Bag

$324median
$210$475
03wide ±232%

Alternator

$106median
$25$517
04wide ±211%

Axle Shaft

$166median
$50$750
05wide ±70%

Blower Motor

$187median
$75$337
06wide ±70%

Brake Caliper

$263median
$125$493
07spread ±32%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$1,480median
$1,099$2,037
08tight ±11%

Front Bumper

$325median
$325$395
09spread ±32%

Rear Bumper

$1,525median
$550$1,525
10wide ±108%

Car Radio

$620median
$165$1,499
11wide ±249%

Center Console

$300median
$65$1,560
12wide ±324%

AC Condenser

$190median
$65$1,295
13wide ±67%

Control Arm

$312median
$125$546
14

Differential

Price data updating

15wide ±72%

Door Assembly

$1,255median
$525$2,324
16wide ±90%

Drive Shaft

$328median
$119$707
17spread ±37%

Engine

$10,870median
$8,000$16,000
18wide ±135%

Engine Computer

$305median
$75$900
19

Exhaust Manifold

Price data updating

20wide ±89%

Fender

$375median
$180$850
21spread ±47%

Fog Light

$250median
$70$306
22wide ±66%

Front Seat

$334median
$185$624
23wide ±230%

Fuel Pump

$130median
$25$624
24spread ±57%

Fuel Tank

$900median
$300$1,324
25wide ±116%

Grille

$290median
$100$775
26wide ±80%

Headlight Assembly

$743median
$450$1,640
27wide ±139%

Heater Core

$249median
$95$788
28wide ±63%

Hood

$750median
$399$1,337
29wide ±108%

Ignition Switch

$75median
$50$212
30

Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

31wide ±155%

Intake Manifold

$200median
$35$656
32

Master Cylinder

Price data updating

33spread ±41%

Side Mirror

$1,150median
$649$1,587
34

Power Steering Pump

Price data updating

35spread ±37%

Quarter Panel

$1,349median
$1,000$2,000
36wide ±255%

Radiator

$369median
$68$1,950
37spread ±46%

Rear View Mirror

$854median
$181$973
38wide ±84%

Starter

$210median
$74$425
39wide ±87%

Steering Column

$318median
$75$631
40spread ±56%

Steering Rack

$1,200median
$500$1,850
41wide ±79%

Steering Wheel

$482median
$200$962
42spread ±52%

Strut

$569median
$199$790
43wide ±196%

Sunroof

$304median
$175$1,365
44wide ±78%

Tail Light

$360median
$126$684
45wide ±131%

Tailgate

$666median
$250$2,000
46wide ±89%

Throttle Body

$146median
$25$285
47tight ±15%

Torque Converter

$649median
$549$741
48wide ±62%

Transfer Case

$1,035median
$428$1,710
49wide ±106%

Transmission

$2,260median
$587$5,399
50wide ±155%

Transmission Control Module

$208median
$35$681
51wide ±101%

Turbocharger

$722median
$316$1,777
52wide ±213%

Water Pump

$157median
$30$699
53wide ±129%

Wheels

$390median
$145$1,150
54tight ±13%

Window Regulator

$270median
$199$270

Common questions

2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor FAQ

How much is a used 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor?

Based on 47 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor lists between $148 and $423, with a median asking price of $271.

How much does it cost to replace a 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor?

Using a used part, a 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor replacement typically runs $555–$1,170 all-in: the median used AC compressor for this year lists at $271, and independent-shop labor for AC compressor replacement typically takes 3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr ($285–$900). The labor figure does not include refrigerant evacuation and recharge, and a new receiver/drier if required. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Will a 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor also appear under model years 2022, 2023, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.

How much is a 2021 Land Rover Defender a/c compressor?

A a/c compressor is another name for a AC compressor. The prices on this page cover the 2021 Land Rover Defender AC compressor — median $271, from 47 listings.

2021 Land Rover Defender AC Compressor Cost — Used From $148 to $423