2021 Volkswagen Passat engine price snapshot
- Low
- $840
- Average
- $1,446
- High
- $3,500
Year-specific price guide
Used 2021 Volkswagen Passat Engine prices
Year-specific used engine pricing for the 2021 Volkswagen Passat, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine
A used 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine costs between $840 and $3,500, with a median of $1,300 from 26 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 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine costs $840 to $3,500, with a median asking price of $1,300. Based on 26 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2018–2021 (4 model years), updated Sep 29, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$1,700
Grade B (good)$1,143
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$840–$2,20013 listings
Grade BStandard used$923–$1,8207 listings
Grade XUngraded$840–$3,5006 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $840–$2,200 | 13 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $923–$1,820 | 7 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $840–$3,500 | 6 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$1,700
Grade B$1,143
Ungraded$1,300
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $840–$3,500 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine replacement cost?
- Used part
- $1,300
- 2021 Volkswagen Passat median asking price
- Labor
- $950–$3,000
- 10–20 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $2,250–$4,300
- 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
Year-specific context
How does the 2021 Volkswagen Passat compare?
The 2021 guide is based on 31 observed listings, including 26 with posted prices. Its $1,300 median is 28% below the Volkswagen Passat guide's $1,800 median.
Among the 8 model years with current price data, 2021 ranks #3 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2018, 2019, 2020. Shopping across all 4 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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What does a Volkswagen Passat engine cost in other years?
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Common questions
2021 Volkswagen Passat engine FAQ
How much is a used 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine?
Based on 26 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine lists between $840 and $3,500, with a median asking price of $1,300.
How much does it cost to replace a 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine?
Using a used part, a 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine replacement typically runs $2,250–$4,300 all-in: the median used engine for this year lists at $1,300, 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 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine also appear under model years 2018, 2019, 2020, 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 2021 Volkswagen Passat motor?
A motor is another name for a engine. The prices on this page cover the 2021 Volkswagen Passat engine — median $1,300, from 26 listings.