2023 Ford Explorer engine — 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) price snapshot
- Low
- $300
- Average
- $2,533
- High
- $4,037

Year & trim-specific price guide
A used 2023 Ford Explorer engine (3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo)) costs $300 to $4,037, with a median asking price of $2,525. Based on 45 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 19, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $500–$4,037 | 21 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $2,005–$3,370 | 20 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $300–$300 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,000–$4,000 | 3 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $300–$4,037 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) variant of the 2023 Ford Explorer engine, based on 45 priced listings. Its $2,525 median is 160% above the 2023 Ford Explorer engine overall median of $970.
There are 4 other engine variants available for the 2023 Ford Explorer.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Common questions
Based on 45 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2023 Ford Explorer engine in the 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) variant lists between $300 and $4,037, with a median asking price of $2,525.
The 3.0L (VIN C, 8th digit, turbo) variant appears in model years 2023, 2024, 2025. Prices and availability may differ by year.