Nissan Altima engine — 3.5L (VIN B, 4th digit, VQ35DE) price snapshot
- Low
- $350
- Average
- $730
- High
- $1,930

Trim-specific price guide
A used Nissan Altima engine (3.5L (VIN B, 4th digit, VQ35DE)) costs $350 to $1,930, with a median asking price of $700. Based on 81 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 11, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $350–$1,930 | 56 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $358–$892 | 17 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $450–$950 | 8 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $350–$1,930 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 3.5L (VIN B, 4th digit, VQ35DE) variant of the Nissan Altima engine, based on 81 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2018). Its $700 median is 46% below the Nissan Altima engine overall median of $1,300.
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 81 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Nissan Altima engine in the 3.5L (VIN B, 4th digit, VQ35DE) variant lists between $350 and $1,930, with a median asking price of $700.
The 3.5L (VIN B, 4th digit, VQ35DE) variant appears in model years 2015, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Yes. Grade A has a median of $735, Grade B has a median of $650. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.