2018 Subaru WRX engine price snapshot
- Low
- $2,550
- Average
- $5,227
- High
- $7,500
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Subaru WRX Engine prices
Year-specific used engine pricing for the 2018 Subaru WRX, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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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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Part overview
About the 2018 Subaru WRX engine
A used 2018 Subaru WRX engine costs between $2,550 and $7,500, with a median of $5,225 from 181 salvage yard listings.
What the engine does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used engine price guide →
Also known asMotorEngine Assembly
Price summary
A used 2018 Subaru WRX engine costs $2,550 to $7,500, with a median asking price of $5,225. Based on 181 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2016–2018 (3 model years), updated Oct 28, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$5,125
Grade B (good)$5,792
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$2,550–$7,373150 listings
Grade BStandard used$3,843–$6,12418 listings
Grade XUngraded$4,000–$7,50013 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $2,550–$7,373 | 150 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $3,843–$6,124 | 18 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $4,000–$7,500 | 13 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$5,125
Grade B$5,792
Ungraded$6,000
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $2,550–$7,500 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Subaru WRX engine replacement cost?
- Used part
- $5,225
- 2018 Subaru WRX median asking price
- Labor
- $950–$3,000
- 10–20 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $6,175–$8,225
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for engine replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include fluids, gaskets, and any while-in-there parts like mounts or a clutch. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. How we price
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 Subaru WRX compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 199 observed listings, including 181 with posted prices. Its $5,225 median is 3% above the Subaru WRX guide's $5,075 median.
Among the 8 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #5 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2016, 2017. Shopping across all 3 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Compare model years
What does a Subaru WRX engine cost in other years?
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Common questions
2018 Subaru WRX engine FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Subaru WRX engine?
Based on 181 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Subaru WRX engine lists between $2,550 and $7,500, with a median asking price of $5,225.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Subaru WRX engine?
Using a used part, a 2018 Subaru WRX engine replacement typically runs $6,175–$8,225 all-in: the median used engine for this year lists at $5,225, and independent-shop labor for engine replacement typically takes 10–20 hours at $95–$150/hr ($950–$3,000). The labor figure does not include fluids, gaskets, and any while-in-there parts like mounts or a clutch. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 Subaru WRX engine fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Subaru WRX engine also appear under model years 2016, 2017, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 Subaru WRX motor?
A motor is another name for a engine. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Subaru WRX engine — median $5,225, from 181 listings.