Used Mercedes Sprinter differential from a salvage yard

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How much is a used Mercedes Sprinter differential?

Salvage yard asking prices broken down by model year, condition grade, and fitment variant.
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Last updatedOct 26, 2026
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About the Mercedes Sprinter differential

What the differential does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used differential price guide →

Also known asDiffRear DiffRear DifferentialFront DifferentialRear End

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Price summary

A used Mercedes Sprinter differential costs $1,500 to $1,500, with a median asking price of $1,500. Based on 2 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 26, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Mercedes Sprinter differential price snapshot

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$1,500
Average
$1,500
High
$1,500
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Used part
$1,500
Mercedes Sprinter median asking price
Labor
$190–$750
2–5 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$1,690–$2,250
median used part + labor

Labor is a typical independent-shop range for differential replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include gear oil and replacement seals. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. How we price

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Price by trim & variant (2020)

Non-Interchange search using Mercedes Sprinter 2500 and similar models

1 listings
$1,500$1,500 – $1,500

Non-Interchange search using only Mercedes Sprinter 2500

1 listings
$1,500$1,500 – $1,500

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Market analysis

How much does a used Mercedes Sprinter differential cost?

Asking prices for a used Mercedes Sprinter differential sit in a fairly tight band around the $1,500 median, so most quotes far outside it deserve a second look.

Against comparable vehicles, the Mercedes Sprinter sits 43% below the Hyundai Elantra ($2,639), 428% above the Jeep Grand Cherokee ($284), and 400% above the Audi Q7 ($300) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.

Buying a used differential: what to check

  1. Check gear ratio and ring backlash: Rotate the input flange to count ring-and-pinion ratios and check for excessive rotational play or binding between teeth.
  2. Inspect drain plug for metal debris: Pull the magnetic drain plug to look for heavy steel filings or gear teeth chips that indicate bearing or tooth failure.
  3. Confirm limited-slip versus open carrier type: Verify whether the unit houses standard open gears, a factory limited-slip clutch pack, or an electronic locker.
  4. Check input yoke and axle seal surfaces: Inspect seal contact areas for deep grooves, rust scaling, or oil leakage that will require new shaft seals.
  5. Refill with fresh specified gear lubricant: Install new axle seals and fill with fresh gear oil—adding friction modifier if equipped with limited-slip—before driving.

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How much is a used differential for a Mercedes Sprinter?

The median asking price is $1,500 across 2 priced listings.

How much does it cost to replace a Mercedes Sprinter differential?

Using a used part, a Mercedes Sprinter differential replacement typically runs $1,690–$2,250 all-in: the median used differential for this model lists at $1,500, and independent-shop labor for differential replacement typically takes 2–5 hours at $95–$150/hr ($190–$750). The labor figure does not include gear oil and replacement seals. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.

Which Mercedes Sprinter model years does this price guide cover?

This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2020. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.

Used Mercedes Sprinter Differential Cost — From $1,500 to $1,500