Used 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC Compressor prices

Year-specific used AC compressor pricing for the 2020 Volkswagen Passat, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedSep 30, 2026

Part overview

About the 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor

A used 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor costs between $70 and $334, with a median of $113 from 49 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 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor costs $70 to $334, with a median asking price of $113. Based on 49 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2018–2024 (7 model years), updated Sep 30, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$113
Grade B (good)$100
Grade C (fair)$70

2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor price snapshot

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Low
$70
Average
$131
High
$334
50 listings observed · 49 priced listings used · last updated Sep 30, 2026· How we price·

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Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$70–$33431 listings
Grade BStandard used$70–$31012 listings
Grade CVisible wear$70–$701 listings
Grade XUngraded$70–$1505 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $70–$334 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$113
2020 Volkswagen Passat median asking price
Labor
$285–$900
3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$400–$1,015
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 2020 Volkswagen Passat compare?

The 2020 guide is based on 50 observed listings, including 49 with posted prices. Its $113 median is 3% above the Volkswagen Passat guide's $110 median.

Among the 7 model years with current price data, 2020 ranks #3 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. Shopping across all 7 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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Common questions

2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor FAQ

How much is a used 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor?

Based on 49 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor lists between $70 and $334, with a median asking price of $113.

How much does it cost to replace a 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor?

Using a used part, a 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor replacement typically runs $400–$1,015 all-in: the median used AC compressor for this year lists at $113, 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 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor also appear under model years 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 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 2020 Volkswagen Passat a/c compressor?

A a/c compressor is another name for a AC compressor. The prices on this page cover the 2020 Volkswagen Passat AC compressor — median $113, from 49 listings.

2020 Volkswagen Passat AC Compressor Cost — Used From $70 to $334