Chevy Malibu engine — 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) price snapshot
- Low
- $450
- Average
- $847
- High
- $1,800
Trim-specific price guide
Chevy Malibu Engine — 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) prices
Pricing for the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) variant of the Chevy Malibu engine, aggregated from 100 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
Price summary
A used Chevy Malibu engine (1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN)) costs $450 to $1,800, with a median asking price of $800. Based on 100 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 8, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$825
Grade B (good)$700
Grade C (fair)$650
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$450–$1,80050 listings
Grade BStandard used$508–$1,04032 listings
Grade CVisible wear$650–$6501 listings
Grade XUngraded$500–$1,50017 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $450–$1,800 | 50 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $508–$1,040 | 32 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $650–$650 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $500–$1,500 | 17 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$825
Grade B$700
Grade C$650
Ungraded$900
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $450–$1,800 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) variant of the Chevy Malibu engine, based on 100 priced listings across 3 model years (2017, 2018, 2019). Its $800 median is 38% below the Chevy Malibu engine overall median of $1,289.
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 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) cost by year?
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Common questions
Chevy Malibu engine (1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN)) FAQ
How much is a used Chevy Malibu engine (1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN))?
Based on 100 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Chevy Malibu engine in the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) variant lists between $450 and $1,800, with a median asking price of $800.
Which Chevy Malibu years use the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) engine?
The 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) variant appears in model years 2017, 2018, 2019. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $825, Grade B has a median of $700, Grade C has a median of $650. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.