Used Transmission Prices 2026: Cost by Make, Type & Code
What a used transmission costs in 2026 — real price ranges by make, by type, and by transmission code including 6L80, ZF 8HP, CVT, DSG and Allison 1000.
Used Transmission Prices in 2026: What You Should Pay, by Make, Type and Code
A failed transmission is the repair most people fear, and usually the one they are quoted worst on. Dealer numbers of $5,000 to $8,000 are common, and they send a lot of otherwise good cars to the scrapyard for no reason.
This guide gives real 2026 used transmission prices — by make, by transmission type, and by specific transmission code. These are prices for the unit itself: tested transmissions with documented mileage and warranty coverage, delivered to your door. If you need the engine instead, we have a separate guide to used engine prices by make on our blog.
Used transmission prices by type
Type matters more than make. An eight-speed automatic from a $30,000 car costs more than a four-speed from a $60,000 one. Every price below is for a tested unit from AutoPartOcean, delivered free anywhere in the USA.
Transmission type
Typical used price
Common examples
4 and 5-speed automatic
$700 – $1,600
4L60E, 5R55S, 545RFE, A750F
6-speed automatic
$900 – $2,400
6L80, 6T70, 6F35, 62TE, ZF 6HP, U760E
8 and 10-speed automatic
$1,600 – $3,800
ZF 8HP, 8L90, 10R80, 10L80
CVT
$1,200 – $2,600
Nissan JATCO, Honda, Subaru Lineartronic
Dual clutch
$1,400 – $3,500
VW DSG, Ford PowerShift, Porsche PDK
Manual
$700 – $2,800
MT82, TR6060, most 5 and 6-speed units
Heavy duty and diesel
$2,200 – $5,500
Allison 1000, 68RFE, Aisin AS69RC
If you already know which unit you need, skip ahead — we stock used transmissions for all makes and models and can match by VIN in minutes.
Used transmission prices by make
We supply transmissions for every make sold in the United States. Ranges below cover the difference between a small front-wheel-drive automatic at the bottom of a brand's lineup and a heavy duty or performance unit at the top.
American makes
Make
Typical used transmission price
Notes
Chevrolet
$800 – $3,200
4L60E and 6L80 are the most available units in America
Ford
$850 – $3,400
6F35 and 6R80 are widely stocked; 10R80 costs more
GMC
$900 – $3,200
Shares most units with Chevrolet
Ram / Dodge
$900 – $4,000
62TE and 545RFE at the low end, 68RFE at the top
Jeep
$900 – $3,200
42RLE, 545RFE, and the ZF 9HP on later models
Chrysler
$800 – $2,600
62TE is the volume unit and very available
Buick
$800 – $2,400
Mostly 6T70 and 6T40
Cadillac
$1,200 – $3,800
8L90 and 10L80 sit at the top of the range
Lincoln
$1,100 – $3,400
6F50 and 10R80
Japanese and Korean makes
Make
Typical used transmission price
Notes
Hyundai
$750 – $2,200
A6 and A8 automatics; good supply, keeps prices low
Kia
$750 – $2,200
Shares the Hyundai automatic family
Honda
$800 – $2,600
5AT, 6AT and CVT — the 9AT costs more
Mazda
$800 – $2,400
FW6A-EL is the volume unit
Mitsubishi
$800 – $2,400
JATCO CVT; smaller supply pool
Toyota
$850 – $2,800
U660E and U760E are common and well priced
Nissan
$900 – $2,600
JATCO CVT dominates; constant demand
Subaru
$900 – $2,800
4EAT and Lineartronic CVT
Acura
$1,000 – $2,900
6AT and 9AT units
Infiniti
$1,100 – $3,200
RE7R01A 7-speed and JATCO CVT
Lexus
$1,200 – $3,200
Shares Toyota units but commands a premium
European makes
Make
Typical used transmission price
Notes
MINI
$1,100 – $3,000
Aisin 6-speed and DCT units
Volkswagen
$1,100 – $3,500
DSG DQ250 and DQ200 dual clutch
Volvo
$1,300 – $3,600
TF-80SC Aisin units; smaller supply pool
BMW
$1,400 – $4,200
ZF 6HP and ZF 8HP families
Audi
$1,400 – $4,500
S-tronic dual clutch and ZF 8HP
Mercedes-Benz
$1,500 – $4,800
722.9 7G-Tronic and 9G-Tronic
Jaguar
$1,600 – $4,500
ZF 8HP across most of the range
Land Rover
$1,800 – $5,000
ZF 8HP with transfer case options
Porsche
$2,500 – $8,000
PDK units are the most expensive we handle
Not sure which transmission your vehicle takes?
Send us your VIN. We will identify the exact unit, confirm fitment in writing, and quote a tested transmission with documented mileage and warranty coverage — usually the same day.
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Prices by transmission code
Mechanics and shops usually search by code rather than by vehicle, because the same unit appears across several models. If you know your code, this is the fastest way to price it. If you do not, our team can identify it from your VIN — just send us a transmission enquiry.
Code
Typical used price
Fitted to
4L60E / 4L65E
$700 – $1,400
Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Colorado, Camaro
5R55S / 5R55E
$800 – $1,600
Explorer, Mustang, Ranger
62TE
$900 – $1,900
Grand Caravan, Town & Country, Journey, Avenger
6F35
$900 – $1,900
Escape, Fusion, Focus, Edge
DPS6 PowerShift
$900 – $2,000
Focus and Fiesta, 2012 to 2018
6T70 / 6T40
$1,000 – $2,100
Malibu, Equinox, Traverse, Acadia, Enclave
545RFE / 65RFE
$1,100 – $2,400
Ram 1500, Grand Cherokee, Durango, Wrangler
6L80 / 6L90
$1,100 – $2,400
Silverado, Sierra, Tahoe, Camaro, Escalade
6R80
$1,200 – $2,600
F-150, Mustang, Expedition, Explorer
JATCO CVT (RE0F10)
$1,200 – $2,600
Altima, Rogue, Sentra, Murano, Pathfinder
Honda CVT
$1,200 – $2,400
Civic, Accord, CR-V, HR-V
ZF 9HP48
$1,300 – $2,800
Cherokee, Renegade, 200, ProMaster City
Lineartronic CVT
$1,300 – $2,800
Outback, Forester, Legacy, Impreza
Mercedes 722.9 7G-Tronic
$1,500 – $3,400
C-Class, E-Class, GLK, ML
ZF 8HP45 / 8HP70
$1,600 – $3,600
BMW 3 and 5 Series, Ram 1500, Grand Cherokee, Charger
MT82 / TR6060 manual
$1,200 – $3,200
Mustang, Camaro, Challenger
8L90 / 10L80
$1,800 – $3,800
Silverado, Sierra, Escalade, Camaro
10R80
$2,000 – $3,800
F-150, Mustang, Expedition, Ranger
68RFE
$2,400 – $4,800
Ram 2500 and 3500 Cummins
Allison 1000
$2,500 – $5,500
Silverado HD and Sierra HD Duramax
Aisin AS69RC
$3,000 – $6,000
Ram 3500, 4500, 5500 Cummins
Prices for popular vehicles
Vehicle
Transmission
Typical used price
Nissan Altima
JATCO CVT
$1,400 – $2,200
Nissan Rogue
JATCO CVT
$1,500 – $2,400
Nissan Sentra
JATCO CVT
$1,200 – $1,900
Honda Accord
6AT / CVT
$1,100 – $2,300
Toyota Camry
U760E 6AT
$1,000 – $2,000
Chevrolet Silverado 1500
6L80 / 8L90
$1,100 – $3,400
Ford F-150
6R80 / 10R80
$1,200 – $3,800
Dodge Grand Caravan
62TE
$900 – $1,900
Ford Focus
DPS6 PowerShift
$900 – $2,000
Jeep Grand Cherokee
545RFE / ZF 8HP
$1,100 – $3,600
Subaru Outback
Lineartronic CVT
$1,300 – $2,800
Ram 2500 Cummins
68RFE
$2,400 – $4,800
Why CVTs are their own category
If you drive a Nissan, a late-model Honda, or a Subaru, there is a good chance a CVT is what failed. These are the most-replaced transmissions in America right now, and they behave differently from conventional automatics in two ways that matter when you buy.
First, they rarely give much warning. A judder at 15 to 25 mph under light throttle is usually the only early sign, and once it starts it does not reverse. Second, the vehicles they are fitted to — Altima, Sentra, Versa, Rogue — are often worth less than the dealer quote to replace the unit, which is exactly why a tested used CVT is usually the only economically rational repair.
One thing to check before you spend anything. Several manufacturers extended warranty coverage on CVTs for certain model years. Call a dealer with your VIN and ask what applies to your vehicle. It takes ten minutes and occasionally covers the entire repair.
Matching matters more on a transmission than on an engine
This is the part buyers get wrong most often. Two vehicles with the same year, make and model can take different transmissions depending on engine size, drivetrain, axle ratio and trim. A unit that is one digit different in the code will bolt up and then behave badly or fail early.
Always match on:
- The transmission code or part number from the tag on your existing unit.
- Engine size — a 2.5L and a 3.5L version of the same car rarely share a transmission.
- Drivetrain — front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive units are not interchangeable.
- Whether the valve body and control module are included, since some need programming to your vehicle.
The simplest way to get this right is to give your supplier the VIN and let them do the matching, in writing. That is what we do on every used transmission enquiry — no guesswork, and confirmation before you pay.
Used vs rebuilt vs remanufactured vs new
Option
Typical price
Availability
Best for
Used (tested, with warranty)
$700 – $5,500
Ships in days
Most vehicles. The default sensible choice.
Rebuilt by a specialist
$1,800 – $4,000
1 – 2 weeks
When quality of the rebuilder is known and trusted
Remanufactured
$2,500 – $5,500
1 – 2 weeks
Units with a known design fault you do not want to inherit
New from dealer
$4,500 – $9,000+
Often on order
Near-new vehicles, or when insurance is paying
Rebuild quality varies enormously between shops, which is the main argument for a tested used transmission instead. A unit pulled from a low-mileage donor and tested before shipping is a known quantity. A rebuild is only as good as the person who did it.
What raises and lowers the price
Raises the price
- Low donor mileage. Under 80,000 miles is the target and it commands a premium.
- All-wheel drive and four-wheel drive units, which are scarcer than two-wheel drive equivalents.
- Eight, nine and ten-speed automatics, which are newer and in shorter supply.
- Heavy duty and diesel units — Allison, 68RFE and Aisin hold value strongly.
- European dual clutch units, particularly Porsche PDK and Audi S-tronic.
Lowers the price
- High-volume platforms with many donor vehicles.
- Older four and five-speed automatics, which are plentiful.
- Flexible timing — waiting two weeks often gets you a lower-mileage unit for less.
- Accepting a compatible interchange year, which is frequently the identical unit.
Be careful with the cheapest quote
If one quote comes back dramatically below the others, something is missing. Usually one of these five:
- The unit has not been tested or pressure checked — only pulled.
- No warranty, or one that excludes the valve body and internal components.
- A core charge that is not mentioned until the invoice arrives.
- Freight billed separately at $300 to $500.
- It is a bare case without the valve body, torque converter or control module.
That last one is specific to transmissions and catches people constantly. A transmission without a torque converter is not a complete unit, and fitting a used unit with your old converter is a common cause of early failure.
Five questions to ask before you pay anyone
- What is the transmission code, and can you confirm in writing that it fits my VIN?
- What is the documented mileage of the donor vehicle, and how was it verified?
- Has the unit been tested, and what does that testing involve?
- Is the torque converter, valve body and control module included?
- What is the total delivered price, including freight, core charge and any fees?
A supplier who answers all five without hesitation is worth buying from. One who deflects has told you what you need to know. Ask us all five — call 1-888-819-5651 or visit AutoPartOcean.
Making the replacement last
- Replace the torque converter with the unit, or have your old one professionally flushed. Debris from the failed transmission lives in the converter and cooler.
- Flush the transmission cooler and lines before fitting. This is the single most common cause of a replacement failing early.
- Use the correct fluid specification. Universal fluid is a false economy, particularly on CVTs and dual clutch units.
- Change the fluid every 30,000 to 50,000 miles regardless of what the manual says about lifetime fill.
- Fit an auxiliary cooler if you tow, drive in heavy traffic, or live somewhere hot. Heat is what kills transmissions.
The bottom line
For most vehicles on American roads, budget $900 to $2,600 for a tested used transmission with a warranty. Trucks, diesels and European makes run higher — $2,400 to $5,500 for heavy duty units. That is typically half or less of a dealer replacement, and the part arrives in days rather than weeks.
A failed transmission does not mean the vehicle is finished. On a car still worth $5,000 or more with a sound engine and body, replacing the gearbox is straightforward arithmetic. Browse our used transmissions or request an engine quote to get a real number for your vehicle today.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used transmission cost?
Most used transmissions fall between $900 and $2,600. Four and five-speed automatics run $700 to $1,600, six-speeds $900 to $2,400, eight and ten-speeds $1,600 to $3,800, CVTs $1,200 to $2,600, and heavy duty diesel units $2,200 to $5,500.
How much does a used CVT cost?
A tested used CVT typically runs $1,200 to $2,600 depending on the vehicle. Nissan Sentra and Versa units sit at the low end, Rogue, Murano and Pathfinder at the top. Check current availability on our used transmission page.
Is a used transmission better than a rebuilt one?
Usually, and for a simple reason: a tested used unit from a low-mileage donor is a known quantity, while a rebuild is only as good as the shop that did it. Used also costs less and arrives faster. Rebuilt makes sense when a used unit of that type is genuinely hard to source.
What mileage should a used transmission have?
Under 100,000 miles is a reasonable target, and under 80,000 is what you should aim for on a CVT or dual clutch unit. Documented mileage tied to a VIN matters far more than a vague claim of "low miles".
Do you supply transmissions for all makes and models?
Yes. We source used transmissions and used engines for every make sold in the United States — American, Japanese, Korean and European, including CVT, dual clutch, manual and heavy duty diesel applications.
About us. AutoPartOcean supplies tested used engines and transmissions for all makes and models across the United States. Every unit is inspected and tested by AAA-certified mechanics before it ships, comes with warranty coverage, and is delivered free to your door. Based in Worcester, MA. Call 1-888-819-5651, or read more guides on our blog.
