2018 Mazda 3 starter price snapshot
- Low
- $25
- Average
- $88
- High
- $209
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Mazda 3 Starter prices
Year-specific used starter pricing for the 2018 Mazda 3, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2018 Mazda 3 starter
A used 2018 Mazda 3 starter costs between $25 and $209, with a median of $51 from 66 salvage yard listings.
What the starter does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used starter price guide →
Also known asStarter Motor
Price summary
A used 2018 Mazda 3 starter costs $25 to $209, with a median asking price of $51. Based on 66 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2012–2023 (11 model years), updated Oct 31, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$85
Grade B (good)$55
Grade C (fair)$45
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$25–$20942 listings
Grade BStandard used$40–$16410 listings
Grade CVisible wear$35–$973 listings
Grade XUngraded$35–$5011 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $25–$209 | 42 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $40–$164 | 10 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $35–$97 | 3 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $35–$50 | 11 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$85
Grade B$55
Grade C$45
Ungraded$35
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $25–$209 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2018 Mazda 3 starter replacement cost?
- Used part
- $51
- 2018 Mazda 3 median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$450
- 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $145–$500
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for starter replacement, not a quote for your vehicle. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full starter replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 Mazda 3 compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 100 observed listings, including 66 with posted prices. Its $51 median is 28% below the Mazda 3 guide's $71 median.
Among the 11 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #3 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023. Shopping across all 11 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 Mazda 3 starter cost in other years?
202534 listings$60$41 – $299202488 listings$100$41 – $259202397 listingsCompatible$75$35 – $2002022150 listings$74$25 – $3852021150 listingsCompatible$101$25 – $2642020100 listingsCompatible$60$25 – $3092019100 listingsCompatible$100$32 – $2012017100 listingsCompatible$50$25 – $2102016100 listingsCompatible$51$25 – $207201577 listingsCompatible$55$25 – $194
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$259median
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$250median
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$112median
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$106median
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$143median
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$100median
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16wide ±64%
Door Assembly
$750median
$315$1,275
17wide ±107%
Drive Shaft
$225median
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18wide ±207%
Engine
$1,072median
$204$4,650
19wide ±218%
Engine Computer
$101median
$25$465
20wide ±190%
Exhaust Manifold
$325median
$65$1,300
21wide ±110%
Fender
$198median
$65$500
22wide ±169%
Fog Light
$83median
$25$305
23wide ±83%
Front Seat
$143median
$71$307
24wide ±157%
Fuel Pump
$114median
$25$383
25wide ±132%
Fuel Tank
$150median
$50$447
26wide ±235%
Grille
$184median
$29$895
27wide ±115%
Headlight Assembly
$950median
$147$2,325
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Heater Core
Price data updating
29wide ±110%
Hood
$405median
$140$1,027
30spread ±53%
Ignition Switch
$78median
$55$137
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Instrument Cluster
$110median
$65$250
32wide ±98%
Intake Manifold
$171median
$60$395
33wide ±61%
Master Cylinder
$76median
$55$147
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Side Mirror
$157median
$30$593
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Power Steering Pump
$124median
$30$445
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Quarter Panel
$400median
$225$850
37wide ±210%
Radiator
$167median
$50$750
38wide ±131%
Rear View Mirror
$90median
$25$260
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Steering Column
$144median
$40$437
40wide ±289%
Steering Rack
$148median
$40$895
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Steering Wheel
$175median
$48$440
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Strut
$100median
$30$354
43wide ±190%
Sunroof
$216median
$61$880
44wide ±202%
Tail Light
$195median
$34$821
45wide ±147%
Tailgate
$500median
$130$1,600
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Throttle Body
$80median
$29$292
47spread ±44%
Torque Converter
$372median
$125$450
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Transfer Case
$327median
$75$881
49wide ±253%
Transmission
$560median
$116$2,947
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$100median
$25$405
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$100median
$25$289
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$30$830
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$110median
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Common questions
2018 Mazda 3 starter FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Mazda 3 starter?
Based on 66 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Mazda 3 starter lists between $25 and $209, with a median asking price of $51.
How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Mazda 3 starter?
Using a used part, a 2018 Mazda 3 starter replacement typically runs $145–$500 all-in: the median used starter for this year lists at $51, and independent-shop labor for starter replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2018 Mazda 3 starter fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Mazda 3 starter also appear under model years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2023, 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 Mazda 3 starter motor?
A starter motor is another name for a starter. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Mazda 3 starter — median $51, from 66 listings.