Ford Explorer water pump price snapshot
- Low
- $25
- Average
- $100
- High
- $353
Vehicle-specific price guide
How much is a used Ford Explorer water pump ?
How much does a used Ford Explorer water pump cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.
Price summary
A used Ford Explorer water pump costs $25 to $353, with a median asking price of $90. Based on 592 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2000–2025 (15 model years), updated Sep 3, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$100
Grade B (good)$49
Grade C (fair)$49
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$25–$353518 listings
Grade BStandard used$29–$8022 listings
Grade CVisible wear$25–$507 listings
Grade XUngraded$25–$10645 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $25–$353 | 518 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $29–$80 | 22 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $25–$50 | 7 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $25–$106 | 45 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$100
Grade B$49
Grade C$49
Ungraded$65
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $25–$353 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the Ford Explorer water pump replacement cost?
- Used part
- $90
- Ford Explorer median asking price
- Labor
- $190–$750
- 2–5 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $280–$840
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for water pump replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include coolant refill and system bleed; timing belt replacement recommended if belt-driven. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full water pump replacement cost breakdown
3.3L, belt driven
3 listings$80$80 – $80Model-year comparison
What does a Ford Explorer water pump cost by year?
202553 listingsFits 5 years$123$40 – $353202494 listingsFits 5 years$123$30 – $2202023104 listingsFits 4 years$100$30 – $220202268 listingsFits 4 years$100$40 – $2202021107 listingsFits 4 years$100$30 – $2202020102 listingsFits 4 years$100$30 – $2202019196 listingsFits 12 years$49$25 – $2502018199 listingsFits 13 years$50$25 – $250
Market analysis
How much does a used Ford Explorer water pump cost?
Expect to pay $25–$353 for a used Ford Explorer water pump; the median listing asks $90. That figure comes from 592 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 104% premium over grade-C stock, with grade-A medians at $100.
Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, 3.3L, electric, ID L1M3-18D473-FAB, lists at a $75 median, while 2.3L commands $350, a 367% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.
Model year matters too: 2019 units carry the lowest median at $49, while 2024 tops the table at $123. Parts from 2000–2021 are interchangeable, so if the 2019 fits your vehicle, it offers the best value across 12 compatible years.
Against comparable vehicles, the Ford Explorer sits 37% below the Mercedes E Class ($144), 49% below the BMW X5 ($175), and 6% above the Chevy Silverado 1500 ($85) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.
Buying a used water pump: what to check
- Ask for the donor vehicle's mileage. Lower-mileage parts carry more remaining life and resale value.
- Confirm the warranty. Many salvage yards offer 30–90 day guarantees; some sell extended coverage.
- Verify fitment against your VIN or the part number on your old unit, not just year and model.
- Ask whether shipping and any core charge are included in the quoted price.
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What other Ford Explorer parts are priced?
01wide ±880%
Engine
$1,633median
$79$28,825
02wide ±327%
Transmission
$1,750median
$125$11,573
03wide ±194%
Front Bumper
$300median
$35$1,200
04wide ±296%
Rear Bumper
$230median
$35$1,395
05wide ±77%
Hood
$676median
$125$1,166
06wide ±79%
Fender
$345median
$75$620
07wide ±1654%
Headlight Assembly
$911median
$45$30,175
08wide ±275%
Tail Light
$335median
$7$1,850
09wide ±174%
Alternator
$119median
$30$445
10wide ±185%
Starter
$80median
$20$316
11wide ±144%
Radiator
$162median
$25$491
12wide ±157%
AC Compressor
$153median
$35$515
13wide ±4673%
Transfer Case
$269median
$34$25,175
14wide ±202%
Axle Shaft
$100median
$20$423
15wide ±4620%
Strut
$125median
$22$11,573
16wide ±195%
Steering Rack
$325median
$80$1,349
17wide ±482%
Grille
$155median
$20$1,515
18wide ±6729%
Side Mirror
$233median
$20$31,375
19wide ±254%
Turbocharger
$295median
$50$1,551
20wide ±292%
AC Condenser
$118median
$35$723
21wide ±5589%
Wheels
$225median
$24$25,175
22wide ±203%
Fuel Pump
$116median
$30$500
23wide ±118%
Power Steering Pump
$125median
$55$350
24wide ±167%
ABS Module
$153median
$40$550
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Differential
Price data updating
26wide ±141%
Engine Computer
$170median
$15$493
27wide ±168%
Throttle Body
$76median
$20$275
28wide ±921%
Brake Caliper
$75median
$14$1,396
29wide ±1128%
Drive Shaft
$164median
$51$3,750
30wide ±1913%
Tailgate
$850median
$50$32,565
31wide ±190%
Intake Manifold
$85median
$27$350
32wide ±115%
Control Arm
$125median
$35$322
33wide ±162%
Blower Motor
$99median
$20$341
34wide ±169%
Exhaust Manifold
$111median
$25$400
35wide ±460%
Transmission Control Module
$125median
$20$1,170
36wide ±154%
Steering Column
$160median
$30$524
37wide ±138%
Fuel Tank
$150median
$50$465
38wide ±163%
Window Regulator
$115median
$35$410
39wide ±63%
Instrument Cluster
$100median
$75$200
40wide ±108%
Torque Converter
$300median
$95$740
41wide ±291%
Steering Wheel
$174median
$40$1,053
42wide ±169%
Ignition Switch
$99median
$25$360
43wide ±12917%
Car Radio
$126median
$15$32,565
44wide ±155%
Heater Core
$116median
$66$425
45wide ±203%
Rear View Mirror
$103median
$25$443
46wide ±153%
Sunroof
$336median
$56$1,081
47wide ±160%
Master Cylinder
$76median
$20$263
48wide ±204%
Fog Light
$126median
$30$545
49wide ±7324%
Center Console
$172median
$25$25,220
50wide ±231%
Air Bag
$250median
$30$1,183
51wide ±94%
Door Assembly
$725median
$72$1,441
52wide ±96%
Quarter Panel
$484median
$100$1,025
53wide ±175%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$520median
$35$1,850
54wide ±245%
Front Seat
$170median
$48$880
Price comparisons
Compare Ford Explorer water pump prices
Water Pumpcompare
BMWX5vsFordExplorer
X5$175
Explorer$90
$85 diff2,182 listings
Water PumpcompareChevySilverado1500vsFordExplorer
1500$85
Explorer$90
$5 diff1,651 listings
Water PumpcompareBMWX3vsFordExplorer
X3$149
Explorer$90
$59 diff1,582 listings
Water PumpcompareGMCSierra1500vsFordExplorer
1500$96
Explorer$90
$6 diff1,406 listings
Water PumpcompareToyotaPriusvsFordExplorer
Prius$75
Explorer$90
$15 diff1,400 listings
Water PumpcompareJeepWranglervsFordExplorer
Wrangler$129
Explorer$90
$39 diff1,274 listings
Compare fitments
What do similar vehicles charge for this part?
Acuraspread ±56%
Acura MDX
$50median
$30$86
Fordwide ±373%
Ford Bronco
$209median
$20$1,581
Fordwide ±171%
Ford Bronco Sport
$95median
$28$353
Fordwide ±118%
Ford Edge
$100median
$15$250
Fordwide ±155%
Ford Escape
$136median
$19$440
Fordwide ±159%
Ford Expedition
$70median
$15$237
Fordwide ±101%
Ford F150
$161median
$25$350
Fordwide ±192%
Ford Focus
$125median
$15$495
Fordwide ±207%
Ford Fusion
$75median
$15$325
Fordwide ±122%
Ford Maverick
$169median
$28$440
Fordwide ±191%
Ford Mustang
$65median
$25$273
Fordwide ±66%
Ford Ranger
$140median
$30$216
Common questions
Ford Explorer water pump FAQ
How much is a used water pump for a Ford Explorer?
Based on 592 priced salvage yard listings, a used Ford Explorer water pump lists between $25 and $353, with a median asking price of $90.
How much does it cost to replace a Ford Explorer water pump?
Using a used part, a Ford Explorer water pump replacement typically runs $280–$840 all-in: the median used water pump for this model lists at $90, and independent-shop labor for water pump replacement typically takes 2–5 hours at $95–$150/hr ($190–$750). The labor figure does not include coolant refill and system bleed; timing belt replacement recommended if belt-driven. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
What affects the price of a used Ford Explorer water pump?
Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 7 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 Ford Explorer model years does this price guide cover?
This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.
Which Ford Explorer water pump years are interchangeable?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, Ford Explorer water pump listings appear across model years 2000, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2025, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Shopping across all 15 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 Ford Explorer coolant pump?
A coolant pump is another name for a water pump. The Ford Explorer water pump prices on this page apply — median $90, from 592 salvage yard listings.