2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator — 3.6L, Valeo manufacturer price snapshot
- Low
- $40
- Average
- $130
- High
- $295
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2018 Volkswagen Passat Alternator — 3.6L, Valeo manufacturer prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 3.6L, Valeo manufacturer variant of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator, built from 41 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
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Price summary
A used 2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator (3.6L, Valeo manufacturer) costs $40 to $295, with a median asking price of $112. Based on 41 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 14, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$130
Grade B (good)$81
Grade C (fair)$75
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$50–$29536 listings
Grade BStandard used$81–$811 listings
Grade CVisible wear$75–$751 listings
Grade XUngraded$40–$503 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $50–$295 | 36 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $81–$81 | 1 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $75–$75 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $40–$50 | 3 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$130
Grade B$81
Grade C$75
Ungraded$40
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $40–$295 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 3.6L, Valeo manufacturer compare?
This pricing covers the 3.6L, Valeo manufacturer variant of the 2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator, based on 41 priced listings. Its $112 median is 12% below the 2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator overall median of $127.
There are 2 other alternator variants available for the 2018 Volkswagen Passat.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Same year, other trims
What other 2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator variants are available?
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2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator — all trims
Common questions
2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator (3.6L, Valeo manufacturer) FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator (3.6L, Valeo manufacturer)?
Based on 41 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Volkswagen Passat alternator in the 3.6L, Valeo manufacturer variant lists between $40 and $295, with a median asking price of $112.
Which years use the 3.6L, Valeo manufacturer alternator?
In our current dataset, the 3.6L, Valeo manufacturer variant appears only for the 2018 model year.