Nissan Sentra engine — (1.8L, VIN A, 4th digit, MRA8DE), California emissions price snapshot
- Low
- $165
- Average
- $221
- High
- $500

Trim-specific price guide
A used Nissan Sentra engine ((1.8L, VIN A, 4th digit, MRA8DE), California emissions) costs $165 to $500, with a median asking price of $350. Based on 68 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 | $165–$400 | 53 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $176–$176 | 1 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $165–$500 | 14 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $165–$500 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the (1.8L, VIN A, 4th digit, MRA8DE), California emissions variant of the Nissan Sentra engine, based on 68 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2017). Its $350 median is 30% below the Nissan Sentra engine overall median of $500.
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 68 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Nissan Sentra engine in the (1.8L, VIN A, 4th digit, MRA8DE), California emissions variant lists between $165 and $500, with a median asking price of $350.
The (1.8L, VIN A, 4th digit, MRA8DE), California emissions variant appears in model years 2015, 2017. Prices and availability differ by year.
Yes. Grade A has a median of $350, Grade B has a median of $176. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.