Volkswagen Jetta engine — (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT price snapshot
- Low
- $590
- Average
- $1,821
- High
- $3,200
Trim-specific price guide
Volkswagen Jetta Engine — (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT prices
Pricing for the (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT variant of the Volkswagen Jetta engine, aggregated from 131 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
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Price summary
A used Volkswagen Jetta engine ((1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT) costs $590 to $3,200, with a median asking price of $1,740. Based on 131 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 22, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$1,837
Grade B (good)$1,455
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$590–$3,20090 listings
Grade BStandard used$887–$2,35329 listings
Grade XUngraded$1,000–$2,42012 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $590–$3,200 | 90 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $887–$2,353 | 29 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,000–$2,420 | 12 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$1,837
Grade B$1,455
Ungraded$1,638
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $590–$3,200 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT priced differently?
This pricing covers the (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT variant of the Volkswagen Jetta engine, based on 131 priced listings across 3 model years (2022, 2023, 2024). Its $1,740 median is 16% above the Volkswagen Jetta engine overall median of $1,500.
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 (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT cost by year?
Other trims
Other Volkswagen Jetta engine variants
1.4L (VIN 3, 5th digit, hybrid, turbo), electric motor
2 yrs$1,000$250 – $1,7171.4L (VIN 3, 5th digit, hybrid, turbo), engine (ID CNLA)
2 yrs$666$257 – $1,720(1.4L), VIN 5 (5th digit, engine ID DGXA)
3 yrs$713$250 – $1,4151.4L, VIN 6 (5th digit, engine ID CZTA)
1 yr$600$299 – $1,0001.4L, VIN 6 (5th digit, turbo), (engine ID CZTA)
2 yrs$600$288 – $1,4671.4L, VIN B (5th digit, engine ID CZTA)
1 yr$600$299 – $1,000(1.4L), VIN B (5th digit, engine ID DJXA)
3 yrs$570$300 – $1,2001.4L, VIN B (5th digit, turbo engine ID CZTA)
1 yr$550$350 – $999(1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), MT
3 yrs$1,728$1,058 – $2,947Common questions
Volkswagen Jetta engine ((1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT) FAQ
How much is a used Volkswagen Jetta engine ((1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT)?
Based on 131 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Volkswagen Jetta engine in the (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT variant lists between $590 and $3,200, with a median asking price of $1,740.
Which Volkswagen Jetta years use the (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT engine?
The (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT variant appears in model years 2022, 2023, 2024. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between (1.5L, VIN M, 5th digit, engine ID DNKA), AT condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $1,837, Grade B has a median of $1,455. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.