Ford Explorer engine — 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $650
- Average
- $1,204
- High
- $1,948

Trim-specific price guide
A used Ford Explorer engine (3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit)) costs $650 to $1,948, with a median asking price of $1,300. Based on 83 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 10, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $650–$1,948 | 53 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $700–$1,579 | 17 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $1,050–$1,050 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $900–$1,400 | 12 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $650–$1,948 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) variant of the Ford Explorer engine, based on 83 priced listings across 2 model years (2018, 2019). Its $1,300 median is 20% below 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.
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Common questions
Based on 83 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Ford Explorer engine in the 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) variant lists between $650 and $1,948, with a median asking price of $1,300.
The 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2018, 2019. Prices and availability differ by year.
Yes. Grade A has a median of $1,325, Grade B has a median of $1,116, Grade C has a median of $1,050. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.