Volkswagen Passat starter — 3.6L price snapshot
- Low
- $27
- Average
- $85
- High
- $271

Trim-specific price guide
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A used Volkswagen Passat starter (3.6L) costs $27 to $271, with a median asking price of $71. Based on 112 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 17, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$271 | 66 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $35–$163 | 3 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $40–$50 | 5 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $27–$124 | 38 |
Median by grade
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $27–$271 overall range
Trim-specific context
This pricing covers the 3.6L variant of the Volkswagen Passat starter, based on 112 priced listings across 4 model years (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018). Its $71 median is 5% below the Volkswagen Passat starter overall median of $75.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Common questions
Based on 112 priced salvage-yard listings across 4 model years, a used Volkswagen Passat starter in the 3.6L variant lists between $27 and $271, with a median asking price of $71.
The 3.6L variant appears in model years 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Yes. Grade A has a median of $110, Grade B has a median of $147, Grade C has a median of $50. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.