Toyota Highlander alternator — 3.5L, VIN Z (5th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $40
- Average
- $114
- High
- $309

Trim-specific price guide
A used Toyota Highlander alternator (3.5L, VIN Z (5th digit)) costs $40 to $309, with a median asking price of $96. Based on 84 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 9, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $50–$309 | 47 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $40–$183 | 19 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $87–$87 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $50–$150 | 16 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $40–$309 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 3.5L, VIN Z (5th digit) variant of the Toyota Highlander alternator, based on 84 priced listings across 3 model years (2017, 2018, 2019). Its $96 median is 0% above the Toyota Highlander alternator overall median of $96.
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 84 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Toyota Highlander alternator in the 3.5L, VIN Z (5th digit) variant lists between $40 and $309, with a median asking price of $96.
The 3.5L, VIN Z (5th digit) variant appears in model years 2017, 2018, 2019. Prices and availability differ by year.
Yes. Grade A has a median of $100, Grade B has a median of $87, Grade C has a median of $87. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.