Used 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission – (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE)

Year & trim-specific price guide

Used 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 Transmission — (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) prices

Trim-specific pricing for the (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) variant of the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission, built from 50 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.

2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 · (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE)

$3,487

median asking price

50 priced listings · $1,999–$4,228

Price summary

A used 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission ((AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE)) costs $1,999 to $4,228, with a median asking price of $3,487. Based on 50 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 13, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$3,594
Grade B (good)$3,422

2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission — (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) price snapshot

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Low
$1,999
Average
$3,462
High
$4,228
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Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$3,109–$4,22823 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,999–$4,15527 listings
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngradedUpdating

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $1,999–$4,228 overall range

Trim-specific context

How does the (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) compare?

This pricing covers the (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) variant of the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission, based on 50 priced listings. Its $3,487 median is 26% above the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission overall median of $2,758.

There are 13 other transmission variants available for the 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

Same trim, other years

(AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) in other model years

All years
202047 listings$3,423$1,900 – $4,527

Same year, other trims

What other 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission variants are available?

(AT), 4x4, 2.7L

50 listings$3,134$2,214 – $5,500

(AT), 4x2, 4.3L

49 listings$2,063$1,300 – $3,222

(AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 6 speed transmission (opt MYC)

48 listings$3,078$2,000 – $4,749

(AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 10 speed transmission (opt MQB), w/o opt NSS

48 listings$2,469$1,400 – $4,000

(AT), 4x4, 6.2L, w/o opt NSS

48 listings$2,469$1,400 – $4,000

(AT), 4x2, 2.7L

47 listings$2,975$2,000 – $5,054

(AT), 4x4, 4.3L

47 listings$2,194$1,200 – $3,214

(AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 10 speed transmission (opt MQB), opt NSS

45 listings$2,500$300 – $5,342

(AT), 4x4, 6.2L, opt NSS

45 listings$2,500$300 – $5,342

(AT), 4x2, 5.3L, 6 speed (opt MYC)

44 listings$2,218$1,100 – $3,507

(AT), 4x2, 5.3L, 8 speed (opt MQE)

44 listings$3,084$1,425 – $5,054

(AT), 4x4, 3.0L

43 listings$2,792$850 – $5,342

(AT), 4x2, 3.0L

6 listings$2,600$1,200 – $2,955

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Common questions

2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission ((AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE)) FAQ

How much is a used 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission ((AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE))?

Based on 50 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 Chevy Silverado 1500 transmission in the (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) variant lists between $1,999 and $4,228, with a median asking price of $3,487.

Which years use the (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) transmission?

The (AT), 4x4, 5.3L, 8 speed transmission (opt MQE) variant appears in model years 2020, 2021. Prices and availability may differ by year.