2017 Ford Explorer engine — 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $850
- Average
- $1,357
- High
- $2,200
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2017 Ford Explorer Engine — 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) variant of the 2017 Ford Explorer engine, built from 23 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
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Saurabh Kumar
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Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
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Price summary
A used 2017 Ford Explorer engine (3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit)) costs $850 to $2,200, with a median asking price of $1,200. Based on 23 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 16, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$1,350
Grade B (good)$1,550
Grade C (fair)$850
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$1,070–$1,98515 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,550–$1,5501 listings
Grade CVisible wear$850–$8501 listings
Grade XUngraded$1,030–$2,2006 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $1,070–$1,985 | 15 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,550–$1,550 | 1 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $850–$850 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,030–$2,200 | 6 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$1,350
Grade B$1,550
Grade C$850
Ungraded$1,200
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $850–$2,200 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) compare?
This pricing covers the 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) variant of the 2017 Ford Explorer engine, based on 23 priced listings. Its $1,200 median is 42% below the 2017 Ford Explorer engine overall median of $2,074.
There are 5 other engine variants available for the 2017 Ford Explorer.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Same trim, other years
3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) in other model years
Same year, other trims
What other 2017 Ford Explorer engine variants are available?
2.3L (VIN H, 8th digit, turbo)
37 listings$2,074$1,150 – $2,8663.5L, turbo, (VIN T, 8th digit), oil cooler (police package)
37 listings$2,400$800 – $3,5003.5L, turbo, (VIN T, 8th digit), w/o oil cooler
35 listings$2,670$1,200 – $3,7283.5L, w/o turbo; (VIN 8, 8th digit), w/o oil cooler
33 listings$2,050$1,200 – $3,4283.5L, w/o turbo; (VIN 8, 8th digit), oil cooler
27 listings$1,825$1,343 – $2,562Back to full guide
2017 Ford Explorer engine — all trims
Common questions
2017 Ford Explorer engine (3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit)) FAQ
How much is a used 2017 Ford Explorer engine (3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit))?
Based on 23 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2017 Ford Explorer engine in the 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) variant lists between $850 and $2,200, with a median asking price of $1,200.
Which years use the 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) engine?
The 3.7L (VIN R, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019. Prices and availability may differ by year.