Volkswagen Passat engine — 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) price snapshot
- Low
- $1,000
- Average
- $2,419
- High
- $3,584
Trim-specific price guide
Volkswagen Passat Engine — 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) prices
Pricing for the 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) variant of the Volkswagen Passat engine, aggregated from 66 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
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Price summary
A used Volkswagen Passat engine (3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB)) costs $1,000 to $3,584, with a median asking price of $2,499. Based on 66 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 16, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$2,649
Grade B (good)$1,300
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$1,500–$3,58456 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,300–$1,3001 listings
Grade XUngraded$1,000–$1,7009 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $1,500–$3,584 | 56 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,300–$1,300 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $1,000–$1,700 | 9 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$2,649
Grade B$1,300
Ungraded$1,700
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,000–$3,584 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) variant of the Volkswagen Passat engine, based on 66 priced listings across 3 model years (2016, 2017, 2018). Its $2,499 median is 39% above the Volkswagen Passat engine overall median of $1,800.
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 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Volkswagen Passat engine variants
1.8L, VIN S (5th digit), (engine ID CPKA)
2 yrs$2,200$1,103 – $2,8401.8L, VIN S (5th digit, gasoline), (engine ID CPKA)
1 yr$2,094$1,000 – $3,2521.8L, VIN T (5th digit), (engine ID CPRA)
2 yrs$2,000$1,133 – $2,6001.8L, VIN T (5th digit, gasoline), (engine ID CPRA)
1 yr$1,884$1,063 – $2,6842.0L, VIN A (5th digit, turbo, gasoline), (engine ID DDSA)
1 yr$1,225$840 – $3,5002.0L, VIN D (5th digit, turbo, gasoline), (engine ID DDSA)
1 yr$2,100$1,000 – $3,5002.0L, (VIN V, 5th digit, diesel), (engine ID CVCA)
1 yr$1,700$675 – $3,5623.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit, gasoline), (engine ID CDVB)
1 yr$2,030$1,100 – $3,562Common questions
Volkswagen Passat engine (3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB)) FAQ
How much is a used Volkswagen Passat engine (3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB))?
Based on 66 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Volkswagen Passat engine in the 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) variant lists between $1,000 and $3,584, with a median asking price of $2,499.
Which Volkswagen Passat years use the 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) engine?
The 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 3.6L, (VIN M, 5th digit), (engine ID CDVB) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $2,649, Grade B has a median of $1,300. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.