Jeep Cherokee engine price snapshot
- Low
- $99
- Average
- $2,365
- High
- $6,644
Vehicle-specific price guide
How much is a used Jeep Cherokee engine ?
How much does a used Jeep Cherokee engine cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.
Price summary
A used Jeep Cherokee engine costs $99 to $6,644, with a median asking price of $1,525. Based on 1,789 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2014–2023 (10 model years), updated Sep 12, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$1,616
Grade B (good)$1,370
Grade C (fair)$800
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$237–$6,6441,072 listings
Grade BStandard used$375–$6,565529 listings
Grade CVisible wear$550–$3,3257 listings
Grade XUngraded$99–$6,519181 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $237–$6,644 | 1,072 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $375–$6,565 | 529 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $550–$3,325 | 7 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $99–$6,519 | 181 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$1,616
Grade B$1,370
Grade C$800
Ungraded$1,559
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $99–$6,644 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the Jeep Cherokee engine replacement cost?
- Used part
- $1,525
- Jeep Cherokee median asking price
- Labor
- $950–$3,000
- 10–20 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $2,475–$4,525
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for engine replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include fluids, gaskets, and any while-in-there parts like mounts or a clutch. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. How we price
Model-year comparison
What does a Jeep Cherokee engine cost by year?
2023150 listingsFits 5 years$4,437$800 – $6,6442022300 listingsFits 10 years$1,751$325 – $6,6372021300 listingsFits 10 years$1,803$550 – $6,6372020300 listingsFits 10 years$1,789$325 – $6,6372019300 listingsFits 10 years$1,495$237 – $6,6442018199 listingsFits 9 years$1,415$300 – $4,8902017200 listingsFits 9 years$1,275$500 – $5,1182016300 listingsFits 8 years$1,500$99 – $4,245
Market analysis
How much does a used Jeep Cherokee engine cost?
Expect to pay $99–$6,644 for a used Jeep Cherokee engine; the median listing asks $1,525. That figure comes from 1,789 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 102% premium over grade-C stock, with grade-A medians at $1,616.
Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, 2.4L (VIN B, 8th digit), lists at a $1,228 median, while 2.0L (VIN N, 8th digit), two piece oil pan commands $5,220, a 325% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.
Model year matters too: 2017 units carry the lowest median at $1,275, while 2023 tops the table at $4,437. Parts from 2014–2022 are interchangeable, so if the 2017 fits your vehicle, it offers the best value across 9 compatible years.
Against comparable vehicles, the Jeep Cherokee sits 39% below the Hyundai Elantra ($2,494), 64% above the Honda Civic ($928), and 39% below the Toyota RAV4 ($2,500) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.
Buying a used engine: what to check
- Ask for a compression or leak-down test result. Reputable yards test engines before sale.
- Under 100K miles is the sweet spot for a used engine; insist on documented donor mileage.
- Confirm what's included: manifolds, sensors, and accessories vary by yard and change the real price.
- Match the engine code exactly. The same model year can ship with multiple displacements.
- Budget for new gaskets, seals, and fluids on installation; they're cheap insurance on a used engine.
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What other Jeep Cherokee parts are priced?
01wide ±1929%
Transmission
$665median
$20$25,675
02wide ±179%
Front Bumper
$244median
$28$900
03wide ±151%
Rear Bumper
$195median
$12$600
04wide ±73%
Hood
$925median
$280$1,628
05wide ±93%
Fender
$268median
$46$547
06wide ±204%
Headlight Assembly
$675median
$40$2,800
07wide ±231%
Tail Light
$107median
$25$520
08wide ±212%
Alternator
$86median
$30$395
09wide ±140%
Starter
$101median
$25$307
10wide ±342%
Radiator
$125median
$45$900
11wide ±267%
AC Compressor
$110median
$30$618
12wide ±818%
Transfer Case
$1,517median
$200$25,025
13wide ±189%
Axle Shaft
$95median
$25$385
14wide ±138%
Strut
$105median
$30$320
15wide ±194%
Steering Rack
$391median
$30$1,545
16wide ±164%
Grille
$136median
$19$465
17wide ±1108%
Side Mirror
$111median
$20$2,480
18wide ±239%
Turbocharger
$172median
$110$931
19wide ±137%
AC Condenser
$161median
$40$480
20wide ±196%
Wheels
$149median
$7$590
21wide ±195%
Fuel Pump
$95median
$30$400
22wide ±158%
Water Pump
$50median
$20$178
23wide ±78%
Power Steering Pump
$239median
$75$450
24wide ±215%
ABS Module
$150median
$25$670
25
Differential
Price data updating
26wide ±265%
Engine Computer
$162median
$40$900
27wide ±128%
Throttle Body
$91median
$30$263
28wide ±315%
Brake Caliper
$75median
$20$493
29wide ±83%
Drive Shaft
$175median
$50$341
30wide ±343%
Tailgate
$428median
$102$3,040
31wide ±211%
Intake Manifold
$125median
$25$552
32wide ±96%
Control Arm
$137median
$35$298
33wide ±145%
Blower Motor
$55median
$30$190
34wide ±151%
Exhaust Manifold
$312median
$70$1,010
35wide ±15498%
Transmission Control Module
$105median
$19$32,565
36wide ±125%
Steering Column
$156median
$30$420
37wide ±96%
Fuel Tank
$153median
$50$345
38wide ±359%
Window Regulator
$170median
$30$1,250
39spread ±31%
Instrument Cluster
$65median
$60$100
40spread ±55%
Torque Converter
$215median
$95$330
41wide ±99%
Steering Wheel
$153median
$39$343
42wide ±322%
Ignition Switch
$80median
$35$550
43wide ±318%
Car Radio
$176median
$25$1,144
44wide ±179%
Heater Core
$101median
$60$422
45wide ±138%
Rear View Mirror
$103median
$20$305
46wide ±181%
Sunroof
$231median
$66$900
47wide ±92%
Master Cylinder
$99median
$18$201
48wide ±200%
Fog Light
$142median
$20$588
49wide ±234%
Center Console
$111median
$25$545
50wide ±773%
Air Bag
$96median
$40$1,525
51wide ±73%
Door Assembly
$555median
$200$1,005
52
Quarter Panel
Price data updating
53wide ±3599%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$350median
$25$25,220
54wide ±257%
Front Seat
$146median
$30$780
Price comparisons
Compare Jeep Cherokee engine prices
Enginecompare
ToyotaRAV4vsJeepCherokee
RAV4$2,500
Cherokee$1,525
$975 diff4,394 listings
EnginecompareJeepGrandCherokeevsJeepCherokee
Cherokee$3,729
Cherokee$1,525
$2,204 diff3,854 listings
EnginecompareJeepWranglervsJeepCherokee
Wrangler$4,663
Cherokee$1,525
$3,138 diff3,720 listings
EnginecompareFordExplorervsJeepCherokee
Explorer$1,633
Cherokee$1,525
$108 diff3,662 listings
EnginecompareJeepCherokeevsToyotaHighlander
Cherokee$1,525
Highlander$2,675
$1,150 diff3,466 listings
EnginecompareJeepCherokeevsNissanRogue
Cherokee$1,525
Rogue$500
$1,025 diff3,389 listings
Compare fitments
What do similar vehicles charge for this part?
Acurawide ±216%
Acura MDX
$1,920median
$275$8,587
Acurawide ±134%
Acura RDX
$2,156median
$50$5,812
BMWwide ±175%
BMW X3
$3,550median
$250$12,644
BMWwide ±164%
BMW X5
$7,000median
$75$23,000
Chevywide ±568%
Chevy Colorado
$2,514median
$250$28,825
Chevywide ±173%
Chevy Equinox
$1,400median
$200$5,031
Chevywide ±99%
Chevy Malibu
$1,289median
$450$3,000
Chevywide ±335%
Chevy Silverado 1500
$4,230median
$500$28,825
Jeepwide ±736%
Jeep Compass
$1,702median
$125$25,175
Jeepwide ±77%
Jeep Gladiator
$5,000median
$2,300$9,950
Jeepwide ±285%
Jeep Grand Cherokee
$3,729median
$800$22,025
Jeepwide ±125%
Jeep Wrangler
$4,663median
$500$12,117
Common questions
Jeep Cherokee engine FAQ
How much is a used engine for a Jeep Cherokee?
Based on 1,789 priced salvage yard listings, a used Jeep Cherokee engine lists between $99 and $6,644, with a median asking price of $1,525.
How much does it cost to replace a Jeep Cherokee engine?
Using a used part, a Jeep Cherokee engine replacement typically runs $2,475–$4,525 all-in: the median used engine for this model lists at $1,525, and independent-shop labor for engine replacement typically takes 10–20 hours at $95–$150/hr ($950–$3,000). The labor figure does not include fluids, gaskets, and any while-in-there parts like mounts or a clutch. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
What affects the price of a used Jeep Cherokee engine?
Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 3 distinct trims/variants for this part. Check the variant table above, since interchange differences can change the price substantially. Always confirm fitment against your VIN or part number before buying.
Which Jeep Cherokee model years does this price guide cover?
This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.
Which Jeep Cherokee engine years are interchangeable?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, Jeep Cherokee engine listings appear across model years 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Shopping across all 10 years may surface better prices or grades. Always verify the exact part number and VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by trim or drivetrain.
How much is a used Jeep Cherokee motor?
A motor is another name for a engine. The Jeep Cherokee engine prices on this page apply — median $1,525, from 1,789 salvage yard listings.