Volkswagen Passat alternator — 3.6L (140 amp) price snapshot
- Low
- $45
- Average
- $119
- High
- $295
Trim-specific price guide
Volkswagen Passat Alternator — 3.6L (140 amp) prices
Pricing for the 3.6L (140 amp) variant of the Volkswagen Passat alternator, aggregated from 84 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Volkswagen Passat alternator (3.6L (140 amp)) costs $45 to $295, with a median asking price of $85. Based on 84 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 16, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$150
Grade B (good)$81
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$45–$29572 listings
Grade BStandard used$45–$812 listings
Grade XUngraded$45–$18010 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $45–$295 | 72 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $45–$81 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $45–$180 | 10 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$150
Grade B$81
Ungraded$70
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $45–$295 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 3.6L (140 amp) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 3.6L (140 amp) variant of the Volkswagen Passat alternator, based on 84 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $85 median is 14% below the Volkswagen Passat alternator overall median of $99.
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 3.6L (140 amp) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Volkswagen Passat alternator variants
1.8L, (Bosch manufacturer), (140 amp)
3 yrs$100$40 – $2131.8L, Valeo manufacturer, (150 amp)
2 yrs$105$30 – $3052.0L
1 yr$106$46 – $4202.0L, (180 amp), Bosch manufacturer
1 yr$70$45 – $2682.0L, (180 amp), Valeo manufacturer
1 yr$100$50 – $3253.6L (140 amp), Bosch manufacturer
1 yr$182$32 – $3053.6L (140 amp), Valeo manufacturer
1 yr$81$71 – $2953.6L, Bosch manufacturer
1 yr$182$32 – $3863.6L, Valeo manufacturer
1 yr$112$40 – $295Common questions
Volkswagen Passat alternator (3.6L (140 amp)) FAQ
How much is a used Volkswagen Passat alternator (3.6L (140 amp))?
Based on 84 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Volkswagen Passat alternator in the 3.6L (140 amp) variant lists between $45 and $295, with a median asking price of $85.
Which Volkswagen Passat years use the 3.6L (140 amp) alternator?
The 3.6L (140 amp) variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 3.6L (140 amp) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $150, Grade B has a median of $81. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.