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Used Mercedes E Class Alternator price

How much does a used Mercedes E Class alternator cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.

Mercedes E Class · Alternator

$400

median asking price

160 priced listings · $65–$5,500 · 4 trims

A used Mercedes E Class alternator costs $65 to $5,500, with a median asking price of $400. Based on 160 salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent): $352Grade B (good): $723

Mercedes E Class alternator price snapshot

USD

Low: $65
Average: $400
High: $5,500

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

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$352–$352	1
Grade BStandard used	$723–$723	1
Grade CVisible wear	Updating	—
Grade XUngraded	$125–$125	1

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

213 Type (Sedan and Wagon), E53
42 priced listings
$325–$5,500
Median$700
238 type (Coupe and Convertible)
42 priced listings
$325–$5,500
Median$700
213 Type (Sedan and Wagon), E350
41 priced listings
$65–$250
Median$101
213 Type (Sedan and Wagon), E63s
35 priced listings
$100–$400
Median$290

Model-year comparison

What does a Mercedes E Class alternator cost by year?

Year	Low	Median	High	Listings
2021	$65	$400	$5,500	190

Market analysis

How much does a used Mercedes E Class alternator cost?

Based on 160 listings, a used alternator for the Mercedes E Class runs $400 at the median, ranging $65–$5,500. That figure comes from 160 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index.

Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, 213 Type (Sedan and Wagon), E350, lists at a $101 median, while 238 type (Coupe and Convertible) commands $700, a 593% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.

Against comparable vehicles, the Mercedes E Class sits 388% above the Hyundai Elantra ($82), 388% above the Dodge Durango ($82), and 413% above the Dodge Challenger ($78) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.

Buying a used alternator: what to check

Ask for the amperage rating. The same vehicle can ship with multiple outputs.
Bench-tested units are worth a small premium; ask for the test result.
Check pulley type (solid vs clutched) matches your old unit.
Low-mileage donors matter less here than test results. Brushes wear by hours, not miles.

Common questions

Mercedes E Class alternator FAQ

How much is a used alternator for a Mercedes E Class?

Based on 160 salvage yard listings, a used Mercedes E Class alternator lists between $65 and $5,500, with a median asking price of $400.

What affects the price of a used Mercedes E Class alternator?

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 Mercedes E Class model years does this price guide cover?

This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2021. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.

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