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Used Ram 1500 Engine price

How much does a used Ram 1500 engine cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.

Ram 1500 · Engine

$4,058

median asking price

280 priced listings · $1,250–$35,053 · 7 trims

A used Ram 1500 engine costs $1,250 to $35,053, with a median asking price of $4,058. Based on 280 salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent): $4,515Grade B (good): $3,610Grade C (fair): $2,526

Ram 1500 engine price snapshot

USD

Low: $1,250
Average: $4,058
High: $35,053

350 listings reviewed · last updated Aug 2, 2026 · How we price

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$4,515–$4,515	1
Grade BStandard used	$3,610–$3,610	1
Grade CVisible wear	$2,526–$2,526	1
Grade XUngraded	$4,515–$4,515	1

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

new style (6 lug wheel), 3.6L (VIN G, 8th digit)
47 priced listings
$1,250–$5,375
Median$4,170
new style (6 lug wheel), 6.2L (VIN 9, 8th digit)
47 priced listings
$4,500–$35,053
Median$19,325
new style (6 lug wheel), 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit)
46 priced listings
$5,600–$10,575
Median$6,918
new style (6 lug wheel), 5.7L (VIN T, 8th digit), 12 volt system (non-eTorque)
43 priced listings
$2,000–$5,024
Median$3,610
classic style (5 lug wheel), 3.6L (VIN G, 8th digit)
40 priced listings
$1,948–$4,790
Median$2,683
new style (6 lug wheel), 5.7L (VIN T, 8th digit), 48 volt system (eTorque)
31 priced listings
$1,943–$4,428
Median$2,593
classic style (5 lug wheel), 5.7L (VIN T, 8th digit)
26 priced listings
$1,900–$4,289
Median$2,748

Model-year comparison

What does a Ram 1500 engine cost by year?

Year	Low	Median	High	Listings
2021	$1,250	$4,058	$35,053	350

Market analysis

How much does a used Ram 1500 engine cost?

Based on 280 listings, a used engine for the Ram 1500 runs $4,058 at the median, ranging $1,250–$35,053. That figure comes from 280 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 79% premium over grade-C stock, with grade-A medians at $4,515.

Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, new style (6 lug wheel), 5.7L (VIN T, 8th digit), 48 volt system (eTorque), lists at a $2,593 median, while new style (6 lug wheel), 6.2L (VIN 9, 8th digit) commands $19,325, a 645% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.

Against comparable vehicles, the Ram 1500 sits 45% below the Mercedes C Class ($7,421), 17% above the GMC Yukon ($3,471), and 126% above the Hyundai Elantra ($1,795) 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.

Common questions

Ram 1500 engine FAQ

How much is a used engine for a Ram 1500?

Based on 280 salvage yard listings, a used Ram 1500 engine lists between $1,250 and $35,053, with a median asking price of $4,058.

What affects the price of a used Ram 1500 engine?

Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 7 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 Ram 1500 model years does this price guide cover?

This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2021. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.

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