2018 Tesla Model S AC compressor price snapshot
- Low
- $125
- Average
- $248
- High
- $360

Year-specific price guide
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Part overview
A used 2018 Tesla Model S AC compressor costs between $125 and $360, with a median of $252 from 46 salvage yard listings.
What the AC compressor does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used AC compressor price guide →
A used 2018 Tesla Model S AC compressor costs $125 to $360, with a median asking price of $252. Based on 46 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 10, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $125–$360 | 36 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $125–$250 | 10 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $125–$360 overall range
Replacement cost
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
Fitment matters
Year-specific context
The 2018 guide is based on 50 observed listings, including 46 with posted prices. Its $252 median is 25% below the Tesla Model S guide's $334 median.
Among the 10 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #5 from lowest to highest median.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Common questions
Based on 46 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Tesla Model S AC compressor lists between $125 and $360, with a median asking price of $252.
Using a used part, a 2018 Tesla Model S AC compressor replacement typically runs $535–$1,150 all-in: the median used AC compressor for this year lists at $252, 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.
This price guide does not confirm interchangeability. Check the seller's part number, drivetrain, trim or variant, and your VIN before buying; parts from the same model can use different fitments in the same year.
A a/c compressor is another name for a AC compressor. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Tesla Model S AC compressor — median $252, from 46 listings.