Used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Engine prices

Year-specific used engine pricing for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
SKWritten bySaurabh Kumar · Co-Founder & CTO
ASReviewed byAmbika Sharma · Co-Founder & COO
Last updatedSep 19, 2026

Part overview

About the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine

A used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine costs between $250 and $4,915, with a median of $1,600 from 381 salvage yard listings.

What the engine does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used engine price guide →

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Price summary

A used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine costs $250 to $4,915, with a median asking price of $1,600. Based on 381 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2011–2018 (8 model years), updated Sep 19, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$1,809
Grade B (good)$1,302
Grade C (fair)$485

2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine price snapshot

USD
Low
$250
Average
$1,693
High
$4,915
434 listings observed · 381 priced listings used · last updated Sep 19, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$250–$4,915317 listings
Grade BStandard used$288–$1,87024 listings
Grade CVisible wear$300–$2,23011 listings
Grade XUngraded$350–$3,10029 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $250–$4,915 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$1,600
2016 Volkswagen Jetta median asking price
Labor
$950–$3,000
10–20 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$2,550–$4,600
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

1.8L, VIN 0 (5th digit, gasoline), (engine ID CPKA)50 listingsInterchange 2015–2016$2,089$1,000 – $3,425
2.0L, VIN A (5th digit, turbo, diesel), (engine ID CVCA)48 listingsInterchange 2015–2016$1,598$400 – $3,562
1.4L, VIN 3 (5th digit, hybrid, turbo), engine (ID CNLA)45 listingsInterchange 2013–2016$666$280 – $1,720
2.0L, VIN T (5th digit, turbo, gasoline), (engine ID CPPA)44 listingsInterchange 2015–2017$2,910$1,540 – $4,915
1.4L, VIN 6 (5th digit, turbo), (engine ID CZTA)42 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$600$288 – $1,467
1.8L, VIN 1 (5th digit, gasoline), (engine ID CPRA)42 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$1,930$1,043 – $2,684
2.0L, VIN K (5th digit, gasoline), (engine ID CBPA)38 listingsInterchange 2011–2015$1,500$300 – $2,157
1.4L, VIN 3 (5th digit, hybrid, turbo), electric motor37 listingsInterchange 2013–2016$1,000$250 – $1,717
2.0L, VIN S (5th digit, turbo, gasoline), (engine ID CPLA)35 listingsInterchange 2015–2016$2,800$592 – $4,348

Year-specific context

How does the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta compare?

The 2016 guide is based on 434 observed listings, including 381 with posted prices. Its $1,600 median is 7% above the Volkswagen Jetta guide's $1,500 median.

Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2016 ranks #6 from lowest to highest median.

Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018. Shopping across all 8 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.

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01wide ±154%

AC Compressor

$103median
$30$348
02wide ±142%

ABS Module

$132median
$40$416
03wide ±286%

Air Bag

$137median
$30$813
04wide ±177%

Alternator

$100median
$32$385
05wide ±171%

Axle Shaft

$105median
$25$385
06wide ±202%

Blower Motor

$80median
$20$343
07wide ±187%

Brake Caliper

$75median
$20$300
08wide ±102%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$400median
$118$931
09wide ±81%

Front Bumper

$289median
$99$570
10wide ±152%

Rear Bumper

$245median
$40$785
11wide ±221%

Car Radio

$141median
$34$656
12wide ±148%

Center Console

$105median
$35$346
13wide ±135%

AC Condenser

$113median
$40$345
14wide ±143%

Control Arm

$100median
$35$321
15tight ±3%

Differential

$400median
$400$420
16wide ±89%

Door Assembly

$600median
$115$1,181
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Drive Shaft

Price data updating

18wide ±177%

Engine Computer

$131median
$36$500
19wide ±145%

Exhaust Manifold

$247median
$45$760
20wide ±113%

Fender

$154median
$70$419
21wide ±130%

Fog Light

$140median
$40$405
22wide ±127%

Front Seat

$161median
$55$465
23wide ±91%

Fuel Pump

$93median
$50$220
24wide ±134%

Fuel Tank

$150median
$48$450
25wide ±148%

Grille

$168median
$28$525
26wide ±156%

Headlight Assembly

$467median
$85$1,540
27wide ±210%

Heater Core

$91median
$40$422
28wide ±109%

Hood

$384median
$125$960
29wide ±103%

Ignition Switch

$78median
$35$195
30

Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

31wide ±107%

Intake Manifold

$116median
$51$300
32wide ±126%

Master Cylinder

$85median
$25$240
33wide ±119%

Side Mirror

$228median
$44$588
34wide ±73%

Power Steering Pump

$89median
$41$171
35wide ±76%

Quarter Panel

$426median
$200$848
36wide ±152%

Radiator

$138median
$40$460
37wide ±136%

Rear View Mirror

$103median
$25$305
38wide ±209%

Starter

$85median
$25$380
39wide ±188%

Steering Column

$125median
$30$500
40wide ±248%

Steering Rack

$175median
$40$909
41wide ±108%

Steering Wheel

$160median
$40$387
42wide ±155%

Strut

$85median
$30$294
43wide ±107%

Sunroof

$421median
$71$974
44wide ±158%

Tail Light

$125median
$25$420
45wide ±103%

Tailgate

$418median
$100$960
46wide ±111%

Throttle Body

$71median
$30$188
47wide ±75%

Torque Converter

$150median
$75$300
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Transfer Case

Price data updating

49wide ±279%

Transmission

$850median
$143$4,894
50wide ±167%

Transmission Control Module

$103median
$32$375
51wide ±122%

Turbocharger

$350median
$145$1,000
52wide ±104%

Water Pump

$65median
$30$165
53wide ±190%

Wheels

$142median
$28$568
54wide ±145%

Window Regulator

$76median
$29$249

Common questions

2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine FAQ

How much is a used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine?

Based on 381 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine lists between $250 and $4,915, with a median asking price of $1,600.

How much does it cost to replace a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine?

Using a used part, a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine replacement typically runs $2,550–$4,600 all-in: the median used engine for this year lists at $1,600, 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 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine also appear under model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 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 2016 Volkswagen Jetta motor?

A motor is another name for a engine. The prices on this page cover the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta engine — median $1,600, from 381 listings.

2016 Volkswagen Jetta Engine Cost — Used From $250 to $4,915