2018 Audi A6 drive shaft price snapshot
- Low
- $71
- Average
- $155
- High
- $310
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Audi A6 Drive Shaft prices
Year-specific used drive shaft pricing for the 2018 Audi A6, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft
A used 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft costs between $71 and $310, with a median of $130 from 39 salvage yard listings.
What the drive shaft does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used drive shaft price guide →
Also known asDriveshaftPropeller ShaftProp Shaft
Price summary
A used 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft costs $71 to $310, with a median asking price of $130. Based on 39 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2012–2018 (7 model years), updated Oct 12, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$130
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$71–$31036 listings
Grade XUngraded$125–$1503 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $71–$310 | 36 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $125–$150 | 3 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$130
Ungraded$150
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $71–$310 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft replacement cost?
- Used part
- $130
- 2018 Audi A6 median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$450
- 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $225–$580
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for drive shaft replacement, not a quote for your vehicle. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full drive shaft replacement cost breakdown
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 Audi A6 compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 50 observed listings, including 39 with posted prices. Its $130 median is 28% below the Audi A6 guide's $180 median.
Among the 10 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #4 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017. Shopping across all 7 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
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Common questions
2018 Audi A6 drive shaft FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft?
Based on 39 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft lists between $71 and $310, with a median asking price of $130.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft?
Using a used part, a 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft replacement typically runs $225–$580 all-in: the median used drive shaft for this year lists at $130, and independent-shop labor for drive shaft replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft also appear under model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 Audi A6 driveshaft?
A driveshaft is another name for a drive shaft. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Audi A6 drive shaft — median $130, from 39 listings.