Audi A6 engine — 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,500
- Average
- $3,347
- High
- $6,100
Trim-specific price guide
Audi A6 Engine — 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) prices
Pricing for the 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) variant of the Audi A6 engine, aggregated from 77 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Audi A6 engine (3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel)) costs $1,500 to $6,100, with a median asking price of $3,297. Based on 77 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 17, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$3,528
Grade B (good)$2,534
Grade C (fair)$2,015
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$1,500–$6,10064 listings
Grade BStandard used$2,100–$2,5344 listings
Grade CVisible wear$2,015–$2,0151 listings
Grade XUngraded$1,500–$3,5558 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $1,500–$6,100 | 64 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $2,100–$2,534 | 4 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $2,015–$2,015 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,500–$3,555 | 8 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$3,528
Grade B$2,534
Grade C$2,015
Ungraded$1,800
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,500–$6,100 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) variant of the Audi A6 engine, based on 77 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $3,297 median is 14% below the Audi A6 engine overall median of $3,845.
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 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Audi A6 engine variants
2.0L (VIN 8, 5th digit, turbo)
3 yrs$4,714$2,200 – $6,1112.0L (VIN 8, 5th digit, turbo), (engine ID CYNB)
2 yrs$3,500$2,200 – $4,5002.0L (VIN F, 5th digit, turbo), engine ID CAEB
2 yrs$2,800$1,300 – $5,5002.0L (VIN F, 5th digit, turbo), engine ID CAED
2 yrs$2,810$1,250 – $5,3832.0L (VIN F, 5th digit, turbo), engine ID CYNB
1 yr$3,406$1,400 – $4,2403.0L, VIN 2 (5th digit, supercharged, gasoline)
2 yrs$3,755$2,249 – $4,5573.0L (VIN 2, 5th digit, turbo)
3 yrs$8,834$2,200 – $13,5103.0L, VIN 3 (5th digit, supercharged, gasoline)
2 yrs$3,755$2,249 – $4,5573.0L, VIN G (5th digit, supercharged, gasoline)
2 yrs$3,543$2,000 – $5,500Common questions
Audi A6 engine (3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel)) FAQ
How much is a used Audi A6 engine (3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel))?
Based on 77 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Audi A6 engine in the 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) variant lists between $1,500 and $6,100, with a median asking price of $3,297.
Which Audi A6 years use the 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) engine?
The 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 3.0L, VIN M (5th digit, turbo, diesel) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $3,528, Grade B has a median of $2,534, Grade C has a median of $2,015. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.