Subaru Forester engine — 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) price snapshot
- Low
- $430
- Average
- $1,080
- High
- $2,967
Trim-specific price guide
Subaru Forester Engine — 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) prices
Pricing for the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) variant of the Subaru Forester engine, aggregated from 127 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
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Saurabh Kumar
Co-Founder & CTO, Part Price Guide
Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
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Ambika Sharma
Co-Founder & COO, Part Price Guide
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Price summary
A used Subaru Forester engine (2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT)) costs $430 to $2,967, with a median asking price of $795. Based on 127 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$978
Grade B (good)$570
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$436–$2,96791 listings
Grade BStandard used$430–$1,10023 listings
Grade XUngraded$566–$1,70013 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $436–$2,967 | 91 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $430–$1,100 | 23 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $566–$1,700 | 13 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$978
Grade B$570
Ungraded$1,200
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $430–$2,967 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) variant of the Subaru Forester engine, based on 127 priced listings across 3 model years (2016, 2017, 2018). Its $795 median is 52% below the Subaru Forester engine overall median of $1,658.
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 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Subaru Forester engine variants
2.0L (turbo), VIN G (6th digit)
4 yrs$3,360$900 – $5,6992.0L (turbo), VIN H (6th digit)
4 yrs$3,360$900 – $5,6992.0L (turbo), VIN J (6th digit)
1 yr$3,083$2,320 – $4,600(2.5L), gasoline, VIN A (6th digit, Wilderness, US market)
1 yr$1,810$1,200 – $3,454(2.5L), gasoline, VIN D (6th digit)
1 yr$3,044$2,470 – $4,774(2.5L), gasoline, VIN E (6th digit, Wilderness, Canada market)
1 yr$1,810$1,200 – $3,454(2.5L), hybrid, (VIN S, 6th digit)
1 yr$3,535$2,000 – $4,394(2.5L, PZEV emissions), VIN A (6th digit)
2 yrs$1,330$488 – $2,500(2.5L, PZEV emissions), VIN D (6th digit)
2 yrs$1,330$488 – $2,500Common questions
Subaru Forester engine (2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT)) FAQ
How much is a used Subaru Forester engine (2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT))?
Based on 127 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Subaru Forester engine in the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) variant lists between $430 and $2,967, with a median asking price of $795.
Which Subaru Forester years use the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) engine?
The 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), AT (CVT) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $978, Grade B has a median of $570. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.