2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate price snapshot
- Low
- $50
- Average
- $362
- High
- $620
Year-specific price guide
Used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta Tailgate prices
Year-specific used tailgate pricing for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
PPPartPriceGuide Editorial Team·Automotive Parts Specialist
Reviewed by PartPriceGuide Technical ReviewLast updated: Sep 12, 2026A used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate costs between $50 and $620, with a median of $366 from 126 salvage yard listings.
Price summary
A used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate costs $50 to $620, with a median asking price of $366. Based on 126 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2015–2018 (4 model years), updated Sep 12, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wearUpdating
Grade BStandard usedUpdating
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$50–$620126 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade BStandard used | Updating | — | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $50–$620 | 126 |
Replacement cost
What is the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate replacement cost?
- Used part
- $366
- 2016 Volkswagen Jetta median asking price
- Labor
- $145–$525
- 1.5–3.5 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $510–$890
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for tailgate replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include paint and refinishing if not color-matched, and wiring transfer. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. How we price
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
(Sdn), Base, (incandescent bulb), rear view camera, spoiler40 listingsInterchange 2015–2016$350$131 – $620
(Sdn), Base, (incandescent bulb), rear view camera, w/o spoiler40 listingsInterchange 2015–2018$400$111 – $620
(Sdn), Base, (incandescent bulb), w/o rear view camera31 listingsInterchange 2015–2017$353$100 – $555
Year-specific context
How does the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta compare?
The 2016 guide is based on 170 observed listings, including 126 with posted prices. Its $366 median is 9% below the Volkswagen Jetta guide's $401 median.
Among the 4 model years with current price data, 2016 ranks #2 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2015, 2017, 2018. 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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Common questions
2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate FAQ
How much is a used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate?
Based on 126 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate lists between $50 and $620, with a median asking price of $366.
How much does it cost to replace a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate?
Using a used part, a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate replacement typically runs $510–$890 all-in: the median used tailgate for this year lists at $366, and independent-shop labor for tailgate replacement typically takes 1.5–3.5 hours at $95–$150/hr ($145–$525). The labor figure does not include paint and refinishing if not color-matched, and wiring transfer. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate also appear under model years 2015, 2017, 2018, 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 2016 Volkswagen Jetta truck tailgate?
A truck tailgate is another name for a tailgate. The prices on this page cover the 2016 Volkswagen Jetta tailgate — median $366, from 126 listings.