2016 Subaru Forester engine — 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT price snapshot
- Low
- $800
- Average
- $1,515
- High
- $2,253

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A used 2016 Subaru Forester engine (2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT) costs $800 to $2,253, with a median asking price of $1,495. Based on 41 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 23, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $900–$2,253 | 37 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $800–$800 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $990–$1,490 | 3 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $800–$2,253 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT variant of the 2016 Subaru Forester engine, based on 41 priced listings. Its $1,495 median is 12% below the 2016 Subaru Forester engine overall median of $1,699.
There are 7 other engine variants available for the 2016 Subaru Forester.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Based on 41 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Subaru Forester engine in the 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT variant lists between $800 and $2,253, with a median asking price of $1,495.
The 2.5L, VIN E (6th digit, PZEV emissions), MT variant appears in model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability may differ by year.