Ford Explorer engine — 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) price snapshot
- Low
- $300
- Average
- $3,309
- High
- $6,423
Trim-specific price guide
Ford Explorer Engine — 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) prices
Pricing for the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) variant of the Ford Explorer engine, aggregated from 145 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
Price summary
A used Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo)) costs $300 to $6,423, with a median asking price of $2,895. Based on 145 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 10, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$2,950
Grade B (good)$2,688
Grade C (fair)$300
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$500–$6,42390 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,950–$3,37042 listings
Grade CVisible wear$300–$3001 listings
Grade XUngraded$1,000–$4,30012 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $500–$6,423 | 90 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,950–$3,370 | 42 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $300–$300 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,000–$4,300 | 12 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$2,950
Grade B$2,688
Grade C$300
Ungraded$3,800
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $300–$6,423 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) variant of the Ford Explorer engine, based on 145 priced listings across 3 model years (2023, 2024, 2025). Its $2,895 median is 77% above the Ford Explorer engine overall median of $1,633.
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 C, 8th digit, turbo) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Ford Explorer engine variants
3.5L, turbo, (VIN T, 8th digit), oil cooler (police package)
3 yrs$2,400$800 – $4,4233.5L, turbo, (VIN T, 8th digit), w/o oil cooler
3 yrs$2,683$1,200 – $4,4502.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, turbo)
3 yrs$2,184$1,383 – $3,2643.5L, w/o turbo; (VIN 8, 8th digit), w/o oil cooler
3 yrs$1,875$1,150 – $28,8253.5L, w/o turbo; (VIN 8, 8th digit), oil cooler
2 yrs$1,878$1,200 – $28,8253.7L (VIN R, 8th digit)
2 yrs$1,300$650 – $1,9483.0L (VIN C, 8th digit)
3 yrs$2,943$1,500 – $4,8013.3L, VIN B (8th digit)
6 yrs$763$79 – $5,7703.3L, VIN W (8th digit, hybrid)
5 yrs$863$158 – $5,185Common questions
Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo)) FAQ
How much is a used Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo))?
Based on 145 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Ford Explorer engine in the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) variant lists between $300 and $6,423, with a median asking price of $2,895.
Which Ford Explorer years use the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) engine?
The 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) variant appears in model years 2023, 2024, 2025. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $2,950, Grade B has a median of $2,688, Grade C has a median of $300. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.