Used 2016 Ram 1500 engine – 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit)

Year & trim-specific price guide

Used 2016 Ram 1500 Engine — 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) prices

Trim-specific pricing for the 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) variant of the 2016 Ram 1500 engine, built from 36 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
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Last updatedSep 10, 2026

2016 Ram 1500 · 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit)

$7,042

median asking price

36 priced listings · $5,005–$10,837

Price summary

A used 2016 Ram 1500 engine (3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit)) costs $5,005 to $10,837, with a median asking price of $7,042. Based on 36 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 10, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$7,346
Grade B (good)$6,400

2016 Ram 1500 engine — 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) price snapshot

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Low
$5,005
Average
$6,820
High
$10,837
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Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$5,835–$10,83716 listings
Grade BStandard used$5,432–$7,98713 listings
Grade XUngraded$5,005–$6,0057 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $5,005–$10,837 overall range

Trim-specific context

How does the 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) compare?

This pricing covers the 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) variant of the 2016 Ram 1500 engine, based on 36 priced listings. Its $7,042 median is 120% above the 2016 Ram 1500 engine overall median of $3,200.

There are 3 other engine variants available for the 2016 Ram 1500.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

Same trim, other years

3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) in other model years

All years
201840 listings$7,654$1,500 – $11,232201544 listings$6,203$1,500 – $10,560

Same year, other trims

What other 2016 Ram 1500 engine variants are available?

5.7L (VIN T, 8th digit)

37 listings$2,895$2,400 – $4,912

3.6L (VIN G, 8th digit), automatic engine stop and start

34 listings$2,999$1,694 – $5,379

3.6L (VIN G, 8th digit), w/o automatic engine stop and start

28 listings$2,208$1,700 – $3,500

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2016 Ram 1500 engine — all trims

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Common questions

2016 Ram 1500 engine (3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit)) FAQ

How much is a used 2016 Ram 1500 engine (3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit))?

Based on 36 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Ram 1500 engine in the 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) variant lists between $5,005 and $10,837, with a median asking price of $7,042.

Which years use the 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) engine?

The 3.0L (diesel, VIN M, 8th digit) variant appears in model years 2015, 2016, 2018. Prices and availability may differ by year.

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