Used 2018 Subaru WRX transmission from a salvage yard

Year-specific price guide

Used 2018 Subaru WRX Transmission prices

Year-specific used transmission pricing for the 2018 Subaru WRX, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Last updatedOct 25, 2026

Part overview

About the 2018 Subaru WRX transmission

A used 2018 Subaru WRX transmission costs between $485 and $5,306, with a median of $1,270 from 151 salvage yard listings.

What the transmission does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used transmission price guide →

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Price summary

A used 2018 Subaru WRX transmission costs $485 to $5,306, with a median asking price of $1,270. Based on 151 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2018–2021 (4 model years), updated Oct 25, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$1,395
Grade B (good)$1,162

2018 Subaru WRX transmission price snapshot

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Low
$485
Average
$1,857
High
$5,306
166 listings observed · 151 priced listings used · last updated Oct 25, 2026· How we price·

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Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$620–$5,306102 listings
Grade BStandard used$485–$4,30040 listings
Grade XUngraded$650–$3,5009 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $485–$5,306 overall range

Replacement cost

What is the 2018 Subaru WRX transmission replacement cost?

ESTIMATE
Used part
$1,270
2018 Subaru WRX median asking price
Labor
$570–$1,800
6–12 hours at $95–$150/hr
Estimated total
$1,840–$3,070
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

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

AT (CVT), (2.0L)49 listingsInterchange 2018–2021$1,025$620 – $2,332
MT, 2.0L47 listingsInterchange 2018–2021$988$485 – $1,800
MT, 2.5L, ID 32000AK56045 listingsInterchange 2018–2021$3,710$900 – $5,306
MT, 2.5L, ID 32000AK51010 listings$2,036$1,400 – $2,673

Year-specific context

How does the 2018 Subaru WRX compare?

The 2018 guide is based on 166 observed listings, including 151 with posted prices. Its $1,270 median is 22% below the Subaru WRX guide's $1,633 median.

Among the 9 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 2019, 2020, 2021. 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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What does a Subaru WRX transmission cost in other years?

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What other Subaru WRX parts are priced?

01wide ±141%

AC Compressor

$150median
$42$464
02wide ±120%

ABS Module

$187median
$50$500
03wide ±200%

Air Bag

$195median
$40$819
04wide ±83%

Alternator

$130median
$35$250
05wide ±125%

Axle Shaft

$157median
$60$452
06wide ±66%

Blower Motor

$162median
$35$249
07wide ±379%

Brake Caliper

$109median
$25$852
08wide ±93%

Rear Bumper Assembly

$349median
$143$790
09wide ±99%

Front Bumper

$240median
$125$598
10wide ±121%

Rear Bumper

$272median
$85$745
11wide ±159%

Car Radio

$204median
$60$707
12wide ±105%

Center Console

$173median
$45$410
13wide ±110%

AC Condenser

$200median
$45$485
14wide ±162%

Control Arm

$130median
$50$472
15

Differential

Price data updating

16wide ±100%

Door Assembly

$555median
$150$1,265
17wide ±86%

Drive Shaft

$189median
$75$401
18wide ±77%

Engine

$5,020median
$2,550$10,310
19wide ±138%

Engine Computer

$190median
$55$579
20wide ±225%

Exhaust Manifold

$171median
$29$800
21wide ±97%

Fender

$262median
$100$608
22wide ±107%

Fog Light

$163median
$30$380
23wide ±142%

Front Seat

$255median
$74$800
24wide ±125%

Fuel Pump

$110median
$35$310
25wide ±138%

Fuel Tank

$177median
$75$564
26wide ±157%

Grille

$163median
$35$547
27wide ±118%

Headlight Assembly

$611median
$115$1,560
28

Heater Core

$266median
$266$266
29wide ±84%

Hood

$586median
$150$1,130
30wide ±145%

Ignition Switch

$101median
$28$321
31

Instrument Cluster

Price data updating

32wide ±178%

Intake Manifold

$125median
$25$470
33wide ±240%

Master Cylinder

$99median
$25$500
34wide ±139%

Side Mirror

$170median
$50$522
35wide ±100%

Power Steering Pump

$150median
$55$355
36spread ±53%

Quarter Panel

$585median
$300$925
37wide ±84%

Radiator

$200median
$65$401
38wide ±108%

Rear View Mirror

$141median
$25$329
39wide ±120%

Starter

$100median
$25$264
40wide ±140%

Steering Column

$197median
$50$600
41wide ±129%

Steering Rack

$385median
$70$1,062
42wide ±90%

Steering Wheel

$175median
$85$400
43wide ±162%

Strut

$135median
$35$472
44wide ±63%

Sunroof

$244median
$135$442
45wide ±121%

Tail Light

$182median
$50$491
46wide ±117%

Tailgate

$390median
$150$1,062
47wide ±142%

Throttle Body

$115median
$40$367
48

Torque Converter

Price data updating

49wide ±66%

Transfer Case

$7,996median
$1,500$12,048
50wide ±211%

Transmission Control Module

$137median
$27$605
51wide ±81%

Turbocharger

$432median
$145$847
52wide ±132%

Water Pump

$85median
$25$250
53wide ±193%

Wheels

$175median
$39$713
54wide ±101%

Window Regulator

$154median
$35$345

Common questions

2018 Subaru WRX transmission FAQ

How much is a used 2018 Subaru WRX transmission?

Based on 151 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Subaru WRX transmission lists between $485 and $5,306, with a median asking price of $1,270.

How much does it cost to replace a 2018 Subaru WRX transmission?

Using a used part, a 2018 Subaru WRX transmission replacement typically runs $1,840–$3,070 all-in: the median used transmission for this year lists at $1,270, 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.

Will a 2018 Subaru WRX transmission fit another year?

Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Subaru WRX transmission also appear under model years 2019, 2020, 2021, 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 Subaru WRX gearbox?

A gearbox is another name for a transmission. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Subaru WRX transmission — median $1,270, from 151 listings.

2018 Subaru WRX Transmission Cost — Used From $485 to $5,306