Subaru Forester engine — 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT price snapshot
- Low
- $629
- Average
- $1,585
- High
- $3,305
Trim-specific price guide
Subaru Forester Engine — 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT prices
Pricing for the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT variant of the Subaru Forester engine, aggregated from 175 salvage yard listings across 4 model years.
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Saurabh Kumar
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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
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Price summary
A used Subaru Forester engine (2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT) costs $629 to $3,305, with a median asking price of $1,660. Based on 175 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$1,660
Grade B (good)$1,250
Grade C (fair)$800
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$750–$3,305127 listings
Grade BStandard used$629–$1,98139 listings
Grade CVisible wear$800–$8001 listings
Grade XUngraded$990–$1,5008 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $750–$3,305 | 127 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $629–$1,981 | 39 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $800–$800 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $990–$1,500 | 8 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$1,660
Grade B$1,250
Grade C$800
Ungraded$1,300
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $629–$3,305 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT priced differently?
This pricing covers the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT variant of the Subaru Forester engine, based on 175 priced listings across 4 model years (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018). Its $1,660 median is 0% above 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), MT 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), MT) FAQ
How much is a used Subaru Forester engine (2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT)?
Based on 175 priced salvage-yard listings across 4 model years, a used Subaru Forester engine in the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT variant lists between $629 and $3,305, with a median asking price of $1,660.
Which Subaru Forester years use the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT engine?
The 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT variant appears in model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $1,660, Grade B has a median of $1,250, Grade C has a median of $800. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.