BMW X3 transmission price snapshot
- Low
- $2
- Average
- $1,232
- High
- $6,015
Vehicle-specific price guide
How much is a used BMW X3 transmission ?
How much does a used BMW X3 transmission cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.
Price summary
A used BMW X3 transmission costs $2 to $6,015, with a median asking price of $1,003. Based on 1,389 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2014–2025 (12 model years), updated Sep 8, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$1,115
Grade B (good)$710
Grade C (fair)$700
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$105–$6,0151,140 listings
Grade BStandard used$150–$3,425187 listings
Grade CVisible wear$658–$7002 listings
Grade XUngraded$2–$4,17560 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $105–$6,015 | 1,140 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $150–$3,425 | 187 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $658–$700 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $2–$4,175 | 60 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$1,115
Grade B$710
Grade C$700
Ungraded$700
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $2–$6,015 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the BMW X3 transmission replacement cost?
- Used part
- $1,003
- BMW X3 median asking price
- Labor
- $570–$1,800
- 6–12 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $1,575–$2,805
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include transmission fluid and filter, and a torque converter check on automatics. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission replacement cost breakdown
(AT), 3.0L
2 listings$3,000$2,200 – $3,000Model-year comparison
What does a BMW X3 transmission cost by year?
202533 listings$2,800$1,500 – $3,5502024120 listingsFits 3 years$1,931$209 – $3,7672023121 listingsFits 3 years$1,909$209 – $3,7672022122 listingsFits 3 years$1,934$209 – $3,7672021172 listingsFits 2 years$1,180$200 – $3,8302020167 listingsFits 2 years$1,200$200 – $3,8302019150 listingsFits 2 years$599$276 – $2,0402018100 listingsFits 2 years$993$162 – $3,1402016236 listingsFits 5 years$461$2 – $2,2742015291 listingsFits 5 years$650$143 – $6,015
Market analysis
How much does a used BMW X3 transmission cost?
Based on 1,389 listings, a used transmission for the BMW X3 runs $1,003 at the median, ranging $2–$6,015. That figure comes from 1,389 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 59% premium over grade-C stock, with grade-A medians at $1,115.
Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, (AT), 2.0L, lists at a $2,800 median, while (AT), 3.0L commands $3,000, a 7% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.
Model year matters too: 2016 units carry the lowest median at $461, while 2025 tops the table at $2,800. Parts from 2014–2018 are interchangeable, so if the 2016 fits your vehicle, it offers the best value across 5 compatible years.
Against comparable vehicles, the BMW X3 sits 38% above the Ram 1500 ($725), 50% below the Ford F150 ($2,025), and 60% below the Chevy Silverado 1500 ($2,510) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.
Buying a used transmission: what to check
- Ask for the donor mileage. Under 80K miles leaves significantly more service life.
- Confirm the torque converter is included with automatics; most yards include it, but verify.
- Match engine and drivetrain exactly. A CVT from a base trim won't fit a manual sport trim.
- Ask if the unit was test-driven or fluid-inspected before the donor was dismantled.
- Plan a fluid and filter change at install. Old fluid in a good unit causes avoidable failures.
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What other BMW X3 parts are priced?
01wide ±175%
Engine
$3,550median
$250$12,644
02wide ±166%
Front Bumper
$590median
$45$1,999
03wide ±109%
Rear Bumper
$621median
$40$1,395
04wide ±148%
Hood
$600median
$45$1,825
05wide ±109%
Fender
$400median
$30$900
06wide ±142%
Headlight Assembly
$1,303median
$40$3,735
07wide ±138%
Tail Light
$237median
$45$699
08wide ±338%
Alternator
$127median
$35$894
09wide ±225%
Starter
$110median
$49$544
10wide ±773%
Radiator
$209median
$45$3,275
11wide ±301%
AC Compressor
$168median
$35$1,047
12wide ±183%
Transfer Case
$934median
$115$3,536
13wide ±215508%
Axle Shaft
$232median
$40$999,999
14wide ±151%
Strut
$228median
$35$725
15wide ±360%
Steering Rack
$395median
$50$2,894
16wide ±322%
Grille
$120median
$20$793
17wide ±137%
Side Mirror
$669median
$60$1,894
18wide ±332%
Turbocharger
$515median
$75$3,496
19wide ±1031%
AC Condenser
$150median
$45$3,137
20wide ±190%
Wheels
$290median
$59$1,162
21wide ±179%
Fuel Pump
$156median
$40$600
22wide ±193%
Water Pump
$149median
$25$600
23wide ±102%
Power Steering Pump
$230median
$30$500
24wide ±484%
ABS Module
$243median
$40$2,391
25
Differential
Price data updating
26wide ±275%
Engine Computer
$211median
$40$1,200
27wide ±273%
Throttle Body
$96median
$25$550
28wide ±431%
Brake Caliper
$190median
$24$1,662
29wide ±202%
Drive Shaft
$271median
$51$1,144
30wide ±114%
Tailgate
$1,350median
$50$3,129
31wide ±112%
Intake Manifold
$330median
$30$766
32wide ±288%
Control Arm
$100median
$35$611
33wide ±92%
Blower Motor
$153median
$50$331
34spread ±51%
Exhaust Manifold
$800median
$225$1,035
35wide ±409%
Transmission Control Module
$145median
$14$1,199
36wide ±261%
Steering Column
$181median
$50$995
37wide ±164%
Fuel Tank
$172median
$40$605
38wide ±214%
Window Regulator
$121median
$25$544
39
Instrument Cluster
Price data updating
40spread ±24%
Torque Converter
$250median
$132$250
41wide ±196%
Steering Wheel
$270median
$75$1,133
42wide ±179%
Ignition Switch
$78median
$35$315
43wide ±340%
Car Radio
$188median
$25$1,305
44wide ±116%
Heater Core
$266median
$31$650
45wide ±257%
Rear View Mirror
$136median
$25$724
46wide ±442%
Sunroof
$276median
$60$2,500
47wide ±4283%
Master Cylinder
$99median
$20$8,500
48wide ±170%
Fog Light
$135median
$16$474
49wide ±224%
Center Console
$164median
$25$761
50wide ±214%
Air Bag
$265median
$64$1,199
51wide ±280%
Door Assembly
$275median
$100$1,641
52wide ±460%
Quarter Panel
$436median
$179$4,190
53wide ±97%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$800median
$30$1,574
54spread ±53%
Front Seat
$392median
$197$612
Price comparisons
Compare BMW X3 transmission prices
Transmissioncompare
JeepCherokeevsBMWX3
Cherokee$665
X3$1,003
$338 diff4,855 listings
TransmissioncompareToyotaRAV4vsBMWX3
RAV4$2,276
X3$1,003
$1,273 diff4,362 listings
TransmissioncompareFordExplorervsBMWX3
Explorer$1,750
X3$1,003
$747 diff4,096 listings
TransmissioncompareChevyTahoevsBMWX3
Tahoe$2,556
X3$1,003
$1,553 diff4,071 listings
TransmissioncompareJeepGrandCherokeevsBMWX3
Cherokee$1,433
X3$1,003
$430 diff3,816 listings
TransmissioncompareFordEdgevsBMWX3
Edge$1,700
X3$1,003
$697 diff3,649 listings
Compare fitments
What do similar vehicles charge for this part?
Acurawide ±124%
Acura MDX
$1,346median
$150$3,500
Acurawide ±212%
Acura RDX
$700median
$135$3,102
BMWwide ±258%
BMW X5
$1,850median
$51$9,609
Chevywide ±126%
Chevy Colorado
$2,040median
$150$5,300
Chevywide ±249%
Chevy Equinox
$700median
$110$3,594
Chevywide ±104%
Chevy Malibu
$2,150median
$142$4,614
Chevywide ±556%
Chevy Silverado 1500
$2,510median
$143$28,055
Chevywide ±88%
Chevy Suburban
$2,500median
$400$4,775
Chevywide ±475%
Chevy Tahoe
$2,556median
$200$24,500
Chevywide ±85%
Chevy Traverse
$2,909median
$150$5,097
Chevywide ±507%
Chevy Trax
$300median
$100$3,139
Chryslerwide ±253%
Chrysler Pacifica
$958median
$157$5,000
Common questions
BMW X3 transmission FAQ
How much is a used transmission for a BMW X3?
Based on 1,389 priced salvage yard listings, a used BMW X3 transmission lists between $2 and $6,015, with a median asking price of $1,003.
How much does it cost to replace a BMW X3 transmission?
Using a used part, a BMW X3 transmission replacement typically runs $1,575–$2,805 all-in: the median used transmission for this model lists at $1,003, and independent-shop labor for transmission replacement typically takes 6–12 hours at $95–$150/hr ($570–$1,800). The labor figure does not include transmission fluid and filter, and a torque converter check on automatics. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
What affects the price of a used BMW X3 transmission?
Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 2 distinct trims/variants for this part. Check the variant table above, since interchange differences can change the price substantially. Always confirm fitment against your VIN or part number before buying.
Which BMW X3 model years does this price guide cover?
This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2015. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.
Which BMW X3 transmission years are interchangeable?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, BMW X3 transmission listings appear across model years 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Shopping across all 12 years may surface better prices or grades. Always verify the exact part number and VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by trim or drivetrain.
How much is a used BMW X3 gearbox?
A gearbox is another name for a transmission. The BMW X3 transmission prices on this page apply — median $1,003, from 1,389 salvage yard listings.