Used 2018 Chevy Malibu engine – 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN)

Year & trim-specific price guide

Used 2018 Chevy Malibu Engine — 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) prices

Trim-specific pricing for the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) variant of the 2018 Chevy Malibu engine, built from 33 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.

2018 Chevy Malibu · 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN)

$853

median asking price

33 priced listings · $538–$1,599

Price summary

A used 2018 Chevy Malibu engine (1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN)) costs $538 to $1,599, with a median asking price of $853. Based on 33 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 10, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$853
Grade B (good)$870

2018 Chevy Malibu engine — 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) price snapshot

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Low
$538
Average
$894
High
$1,599
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Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$538–$1,59917 listings
Grade BStandard used$543–$92911 listings
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$682–$1,5005 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $538–$1,599 overall range

Trim-specific context

How does the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) compare?

This pricing covers the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) variant of the 2018 Chevy Malibu engine, based on 33 priced listings. Its $853 median is 13% below the 2018 Chevy Malibu engine overall median of $983.

There are 2 other engine variants available for the 2018 Chevy Malibu.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

Same trim, other years

1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) in other model years

All years
201937 listings$800$508 – $1,800201730 listings$800$450 – $1,719

Same year, other trims

What other 2018 Chevy Malibu engine variants are available?

1.5L (VIN T, 8th digit, opt LFV)

46 listings$1,135$450 – $2,003

2.0L (VIN X, 8th digit, opt LTG)

43 listings$963$567 – $1,647

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2018 Chevy Malibu engine — all trims

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Common questions

2018 Chevy Malibu engine (1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN)) FAQ

How much is a used 2018 Chevy Malibu engine (1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN))?

Based on 33 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Chevy Malibu engine in the 1.8L (VIN U, 8th digit, opt LKN) variant lists between $538 and $1,599, with a median asking price of $853.

Which 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 may differ by year.