2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission price snapshot
- Low
- $388
- Average
- $764
- High
- $1,400
Year-specific price guide
Used 2021 Volkswagen Passat Transmission prices
Year-specific used transmission pricing for the 2021 Volkswagen Passat, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission
A used 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission costs between $388 and $1,400, with a median of $780 from 43 salvage yard listings.
What the transmission does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used transmission price guide →
Also known asGearboxTransaxle
Price summary
A used 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission costs $388 to $1,400, with a median asking price of $780. Based on 43 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2020–2022 (3 model years), updated Oct 10, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$852
Grade B (good)$780
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$518–$1,40021 listings
Grade BStandard used$388–$88519 listings
Grade XUngraded$450–$1,0003 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $518–$1,400 | 21 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $388–$885 | 19 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $450–$1,000 | 3 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$852
Grade B$780
Ungraded$450
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $388–$1,400 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission replacement cost?
- Used part
- $780
- 2021 Volkswagen Passat median asking price
- Labor
- $570–$1,800
- 6–12 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $1,350–$2,580
- 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
Year-specific context
How does the 2021 Volkswagen Passat compare?
The 2021 guide is based on 50 observed listings, including 43 with posted prices. Its $780 median is 2% below the Volkswagen Passat guide's $792 median.
Among the 8 model years with current price data, 2021 ranks #5 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2020, 2022. Shopping across all 3 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
2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission FAQ
How much is a used 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission?
Based on 43 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission lists between $388 and $1,400, with a median asking price of $780.
How much does it cost to replace a 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission?
Using a used part, a 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission replacement typically runs $1,350–$2,580 all-in: the median used transmission for this year lists at $780, 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 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission also appear under model years 2020, 2022, 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 2021 Volkswagen Passat gearbox?
A gearbox is another name for a transmission. The prices on this page cover the 2021 Volkswagen Passat transmission — median $780, from 43 listings.