BMW X3 alternator — 170 amp price snapshot
- Low
- $45
- Average
- $113
- High
- $271
Trim-specific price guide
BMW X3 Alternator — 170 amp prices
Pricing for the 170 amp variant of the BMW X3 alternator, aggregated from 75 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
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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.
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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 summary
A used BMW X3 alternator (170 amp) costs $45 to $271, with a median asking price of $76. Based on 75 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 23, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$81
Grade B (good)$190
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$45–$27158 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$1902 listings
Grade XUngraded$45–$8015 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $45–$271 | 58 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $50–$190 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $45–$80 | 15 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$81
Grade B$190
Ungraded$65
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $45–$271 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 170 amp priced differently?
This pricing covers the 170 amp variant of the BMW X3 alternator, based on 75 priced listings across 3 model years (2015, 2016, 2017). Its $76 median is 40% below the BMW X3 alternator overall median of $126.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Price by model year
What does a 170 amp cost by year?
Other trims
Other BMW X3 alternator variants
Common questions
BMW X3 alternator (170 amp) FAQ
How much is a used BMW X3 alternator (170 amp)?
Based on 75 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used BMW X3 alternator in the 170 amp variant lists between $45 and $271, with a median asking price of $76.
Which BMW X3 years use the 170 amp alternator?
The 170 amp variant appears in model years 2015, 2016, 2017. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 170 amp condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $81, Grade B has a median of $190. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.