Mazda 3 engine — 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $300
- Average
- $686
- High
- $1,418
Trim-specific price guide
Mazda 3 Engine — 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) prices
Pricing for the 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) variant of the Mazda 3 engine, aggregated from 80 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
Price summary
A used Mazda 3 engine (2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit)) costs $300 to $1,418, with a median asking price of $700. Based on 80 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 11, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$650
Grade B (good)$330
Grade C (fair)$700
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$300–$1,41839 listings
Grade BStandard used$330–$3301 listings
Grade CVisible wear$398–$1,0003 listings
Grade XUngraded$400–$88837 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $300–$1,418 | 39 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $330–$330 | 1 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $398–$1,000 | 3 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $400–$888 | 37 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$650
Grade B$330
Grade C$700
Ungraded$700
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $300–$1,418 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) variant of the Mazda 3 engine, based on 80 priced listings across 3 model years (2016, 2017, 2018). Its $700 median is 42% below the Mazda 3 engine overall median of $1,206.
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 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Mazda 3 engine variants
2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit)
3 yrs$663$250 – $1,5002.5L (VIN 3, 8th digit)
3 yrs$1,760$450 – $2,8002.5L, VIN L (8th digit)
2 yrs$1,099$204 – $2,1002.5L, VIN M (8th digit)
2 yrs$1,200$400 – $2,1132.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit)
4 yrs$1,775$2 – $2,4552.5L, VIN L (8th digit, naturally aspirated)
2 yrs$870$572 – $4,6502.5L, VIN Y (8th digit, turbo)
2 yrs$1,700$1,050 – $3,093VIN M (8th digit, naturally aspirated), cylinder deactivation
1 yr$2,000$475 – $2,800VIN M (8th digit, naturally aspirated), w/o cylinder deactivation
1 yr$677$375 – $1,500Common questions
Mazda 3 engine (2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit)) FAQ
How much is a used Mazda 3 engine (2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit))?
Based on 80 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Mazda 3 engine in the 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) variant lists between $300 and $1,418, with a median asking price of $700.
Which Mazda 3 years use the 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) engine?
The 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 2.0L (VIN 7, 8th digit), Japan built (VIN J, 1st digit) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $650, Grade B has a median of $330, Grade C has a median of $700. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.