Key takeaways
- J.D. Power puts a typical engine replacement at $2,000 to $10,000, depending on make, model, age, availability and labor.
- In our October 21, 2026 snapshot, the typical used asking price (middle of the version medians) ran from $2,063 for a 5.3 V8 to $7,750 for a 6.7 Cummins.
- Remanufactured 5.7 Hemi engines were listed at $3,599 to $4,199. No remanufacturer in our snapshot listed a 6.7 Cummins or 7.3 Powerstroke.
- Labor is quoted by the shop that does the work, either at a flat rate from a published time estimate or by the hours actually worked, so get it in a signed written estimate.
- In Texas the swapped-in engine must keep every emissions component the vehicle was built with, and an itemized invoice is taxed on the parts, not the labor.
How much does it cost to replace an engine?
A typical engine replacement could cost $2,000 to $10,000, according to J.D. Power's March 2025 guide. It says the figure moves with make, model, age, availability and labor cost, and can skew higher for luxury and high-end sports cars.
The key numbers
- $2,000–$10,000typical engine replacement, by make, model, age and laborJ.D. Power
- $654–$9,500a used engine alone, five truck engines, before laborTexas Engine Finder price snapshot, October 21, 2026
- $1,200–$1,500+to install a remanufactured engine bought from a third partyKelley Blue Book
- A day and a halfof labor to mount the engine, per Kelley Blue BookKelley Blue Book
The engine is the part of the bill you can compare across sellers, and the price data below covers it for five common truck engines. Labor is set by the shop. The FTC explains that some shops charge a flat rate based on an independent or manufacturer's estimate of the time the job takes, while others bill the hours the technician actually worked.
Before any work starts, ask for a written estimate. The FTC says it should name the condition to be repaired, the parts needed and the expected labor charge, and you should keep a signed copy.
What the engine itself costs: our October 2026 price snapshot
A used engine for these five families typically listed at $654 to $9,500 at salvage yards on October 21, 2026, depending on the engine and the version. We collected used-yard asking prices from Hollander's marketplace listings and remanufactured prices from remanufacturer catalogs on that date.
- 5.7 HemiUsed$1,688–$4,316Reman$3,599–$4,199
- 5.0 CoyoteUsed$2,000–$8,125Reman$6,999
- 5.3 V8Used$654–$5,335Reman$2,799–$4,999
- 6.7 CumminsUsed$3,225–$9,500Remannone listed in the snapshot—
- 7.3 PowerstrokeUsed$1,000–$7,416Remannone listed in the snapshot—
For each engine version we sampled, we set aside the cheapest quarter and the dearest quarter of its asking prices. The used range runs from the lowest version's 25th percentile to the highest version's 75th percentile. The typical used price is the middle of the version medians, not the median of every listing. These are asking prices, not quotes, and they exclude shipping and installation.
No remanufacturer in our snapshot listed a 6.7 Cummins or a 7.3 Powerstroke, so those two rows show used prices only.
| Engine | Used: typical asking range | Typical used price (middle of version medians) | Used listings | Remanufactured: listed price | Reman units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7 Hemi | $1,688 – $4,316 | $3,325 | 462 | $3,599 – $4,199 | 16 |
| 5.0 Coyote | $2,000 – $8,125 | $3,895 | 275 | $6,999 | 3 |
| 5.3 V8 (Vortec and EcoTec3) | $654 – $5,335 | $2,063 | 774 | $2,799 – $4,999 | 17 |
| 6.7 Cummins | $3,225 – $9,500 | $7,750 | 229 | None listed | — |
| 7.3 Powerstroke | $1,000 – $7,416 | $7,334 | 193 | None listed | — |
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Engine prices for the F-150, Silverado, Ram 1500 and Ram 2500
Price moves with model year and engine version. A used 5.0 Coyote from a 2012 Ford F150 typically listed at $2,000 to $2,806, while one from a 2020 F150 listed at $4,096 to $5,498. Newer is not always dearer, though: the 2019 Ram 1500 5.7 below had a lower median than the 2012 one.
Same engine, different model year
- 2012 Ford F1505.0 Coyote$2,000–$2,806
- 2016 Ford F1505.0 Coyote$2,365–$3,400
- 2020 Ford F1505.0 Coyote$4,096–$5,498
- 2012 Ram 15005.7 Hemi$2,851–$4,314
- 2019 Ram 15005.7 Hemi, non-eTorque$3,000–$3,800
Each row below is one engine version, identified by the vehicle and VIN code it came from. Two engines that share a family name can still differ by version, so the supplier matches yours by VIN.
Our snapshot has no Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.7 Hemi listings. If that is your vehicle, a VIN quote is the only reliable price.
| Vehicle | Engine (VIN code = 8th digit) | Typical asking range | Median | Listings priced |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Ford F150 | 5.0L, code F | $2,000 – $2,806 | $2,300 | 96 |
| 2016 Ford F150 | 5.0L gas, code F | $2,365 – $3,400 | $2,939 | 93 |
| 2020 Ford F150 | 5.0L gas, code 5 | $4,096 – $5,498 | $4,850 | 62 |
| 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 5.3L LMG, code 0 | $1,494 – $2,050 | $1,747 | 100 |
| 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 5.3L L83, code C | $2,042 – $2,613 | $2,275 | 100 |
| 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 5.3L L84, code D | $3,871 – $4,801 | $4,225 | 80 |
| 2012 Ram 1500 | 5.7L, code T | $2,851 – $4,314 | $3,855 | 98 |
| 2019 Ram 1500 | 5.7L, code T, 6-lug, no eTorque | $3,000 – $3,800 | $3,325 | 75 |
| 2012 Ram 2500 | 6.7L diesel, code L | $4,549 – $8,863 | $7,750 | 91 |
| 2019 Ram 2500 | 6.7L diesel, code L | $6,995 – $9,500 | $8,199 | 41 |
Used vs remanufactured vs rebuilt vs new crate engines
In our snapshot, the typical used price was below the cheapest remanufactured price for all three engines that had both, though the ranges overlap. The FTC describes salvage parts as used parts taken from another vehicle without alteration. It says remanufactured, rebuilt and reconditioned generally mean the same thing: parts restored to sound working condition.
Four ways to replace an engine
- Used
Taken from another vehicle without alteration. The FTC calls these salvage parts.
Typical used price: $2,063 (5.3 V8) to $7,750 (6.7 Cummins)
An exact VIN match, the mileage, and the warranty in writing
- Rebuilt
A shop strips your engine, reuses serviceable moving parts and replaces broken or worn ones (KBB).
Quoted by the shop; not in our data
Which parts were replaced, and whether the warranty covers labor
- Remanufactured
Torn down, re-machined to restore tolerances, with parts that could wear replaced (KBB).
From $2,799 (5.3 V8) and $3,599 (5.7 Hemi); $6,999 for a 5.0 Coyote
What shipping adds, and whether the warranty covers labor
- New crate engine
A new engine from the maker's parts arm, such as Ford Performance.
Gen 4 5.0L Mustang crate engine: $12,650 retail
Whether it is intended for your vehicle, because of emissions law
Kelley Blue Book separates them. In a rebuild, the shop strips your engine, reuses serviceable moving parts and replaces broken or worn ones. A remanufacturer tears engines down, re-machines them to restore tolerances and replaces parts with potential wear.
New costs more. Ford Performance lists its Gen 4 5.0L Mustang crate engine, the Coyote from the 2024 Mustang GT, at $12,650 retail, with the engine harness and dual mass flywheel included. It is not a like-for-like comparison: in our snapshot, remanufactured Coyotes were listed only for 2011 to 2014 models, at $6,999, and the typical used Coyote price was $3,895.
One engine, four prices: the 5.0 Coyote
- Usedtypical asking range$2,000–$8,125Texas Engine Finder price snapshot, October 21, 2026
- Remanufactured2011 to 2014 engines$6,999Texas Engine Finder price snapshot, October 21, 2026
- New long blockGen 4 Dark Horse, fewer parts included$7,500Ford Performance Parts
- New crate engineGen 4 Mustang, with harness and flywheel$12,650Ford Performance Parts
Long block or complete engine: check what is in the box
A long block can leave out parts that a fuller crate engine includes, so two prices may not buy the same amount of engine. Ford Performance's Gen 4 5.0L Coyote Dark Horse long block lists at $7,500, and Ford spells out what is not in the box.
Its Gen 4 Mustang crate engine, at $12,650, comes with the engine harness and flywheel. Anything not in the box has to come from your old engine or be bought separately. Before comparing prices, ask the supplier exactly which parts come with the engine you are quoted.
Not in the box: Ford's Coyote Dark Horse long block
- Intake manifold and throttle bodies
- Fuel rails and fuel injectors
- Water pump pulley and alternator
- Exhaust manifolds
- Flywheel or flex plate
- Engine wiring and PCM
What labor adds to the bill
Kelley Blue Book says that if you buy a remanufactured engine from a third party, installation could add another $1,200 to $1,500 or more, for about a day and a half of labor. Treat your shop's written estimate as the real number for your vehicle.
Where the money goes: a remanufactured 5.7 Hemi
- The engineremanufactured 5.7 Hemi, listed price$3,599–$4,199Texas Engine Finder price snapshot, October 21, 2026
- Installation laborthird-party reman, or more$1,200–$1,500Kelley Blue Book
- Typical whole jobany engine, parts and labor$2,000–$10,000J.D. Power
A parts warranty often does not pay for the labor if the engine has to come out again. The FTC notes that many manufacturers offer a warranty covering replacement parts but not the labor to install them, and that there is no standard warranty on repairs, so get the terms in writing.
The Texas Comptroller says that when a shop itemizes parts and labor on the invoice, sales tax is collected on the parts and the repair labor is not taxable.
Repair or replace? Check these before you pay
Run through these checks before you approve a replacement. Each one comes from J.D. Power, NHTSA or the FTC, and the first two can mean someone else pays.
Before you pay for a replacement
- Warranty: J.D. Power notes that an engine that fails from a manufacturer defect within the warranty period may cost the owner nothing.
- Recalls: NHTSA's recall search takes your 17-character VIN, and a recalled part is fixed for free at a dealership.
- Diagnosis: the FTC says shops doing only diagnostic work, without selling parts or repairs, may give an objective opinion.
- Diagnostic time: many shops charge for it, so ask about that charge up front.
- Rebuild or replacement unit: J.D. Power says that for a complex engine, a replacement unit may be cheaper than paying for the rebuild labor.
Watch: check your coverage before you pay
Texas rules after an engine swap
Texas DPS says that after an engine swap, the vehicle must keep all the emissions components it had when it was built, whatever the make and model. Under EPA's 2020 tampering policy, a swap has a reasonable basis if the result stays in the same vehicle category and matches a certified configuration of the same or newer model year as the chassis, or if emissions testing shows it will meet the standards. EPA adds that an engine from a different manufacturer generally cannot match a certified configuration.
Texas inspection and title after a swap
- Keep every emissions component the vehicle was built with (DPS).
- The OBDII emissions test fails if the check engine light is commanded on with a trouble code set (DPS).
- Clearing codes or disconnecting the battery resets the readiness monitors to Not Ready. A 2001 or newer vehicle with two or more Not Ready fails (DPS).
- Diesel vehicles are not required to have an emissions inspection (TCEQ).
- A motor change does not make the vehicle an assembled vehicle, except on a motorcycle (TxDMV).
On the title side, only 1955 and older vehicles that record the motor number as their ID (except Ford products built since March 31, 1932) need a corrected title, according to TxDMV.
How to get a price for your engine
Send your VIN and the engine you need. Texas Engine Finder passes your request to one independent parts supplier, who contacts you with a quote. It costs you nothing to ask.
Getting a price, step by step
- 1Send your VINand the engine you need. It costs nothing to ask.
- 2One supplier quotesfitment, price, availability, shipping and warranty.
- 3Your shop adds laborask for its estimate in writing and keep a signed copy.
The supplier confirms fitment, price, availability, shipping and warranty for your vehicle. Texas Engine Finder does not sell, repair or install engines, so take the quote to your shop and ask them to add their labor estimate in writing.
Questions
How much does it cost to replace an entire engine?
J.D. Power puts a typical engine replacement at $2,000 to $10,000, depending on make, model, age, availability and labor. The engine alone varies widely: in our October 21, 2026 snapshot, typical used prices ran from $2,063 for a 5.3 V8 to $7,750 for a 6.7 Cummins, before shipping and labor.
Is it cheaper to fix an engine or replace it?
It depends on what failed. J.D. Power says that depending on the engine's complexity, buying a replacement unit from the manufacturer may be cheaper than rebuilding, because it saves the rebuild labor. Get a diagnosis and a written estimate for both options, and check warranty and recall coverage first.
How much does it cost to replace a Ram 1500 engine?
For the 5.7 Hemi, our October 21, 2026 snapshot found used engines for a 2012 Ram 1500 typically listed at $2,851 to $4,314, and for a 2019 Ram 1500 (new style, non-eTorque) at $3,000 to $3,800. Remanufactured 5.7 Hemi engines listed at $3,599 to $4,199. Labor is extra and is quoted by your shop.
Are used engines worth buying?
In our snapshot, the typical used price was below the cheapest remanufactured price for all three engines that had both, though the ranges overlap. The FTC describes salvage parts as used parts taken from another vehicle without alteration, and there is no standard warranty on repairs. Ask the supplier for the warranty terms in writing and confirm fitment by VIN before you buy.
How long does it usually take to replace an engine?
Kelley Blue Book says installing a remanufactured engine bought from a third party takes about a day and a half of labor. Your shop's written estimate gives the time for your vehicle, and the FTC notes that some shops bill a flat rate from a published time estimate rather than actual hours.
Sources
- J.D. Power — How Much Does It Cost to Replace an Engine? (Peter Nelson, March 10, 2025) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- J.D. Power — How Much Does It Cost to Replace an Engine? (warranty, turbochargers, rebuild) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- J.D. Power — How Much Does It Cost to Replace an Engine? (rebuild vs replacement unit) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- FTC Consumer Advice — Auto Repair Basics (labor pricing) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- FTC Consumer Advice — Auto Repair Basics (written estimate, diagnosis) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- FTC Consumer Advice — Auto Repair Basics (what a written estimate includes) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- FTC Consumer Advice — Auto Repair Basics (types of parts) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- FTC Consumer Advice — Auto Repair Basics (warranties) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Kelley Blue Book — Should I Get a Rebuilt or Remanufactured Engine? (page dated July 11, 2025) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Kelley Blue Book — Should I Get a Rebuilt or Remanufactured Engine? (rebuilt vs remanufactured; page dated July 11, 2025) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Ford Performance Parts — 5.0L Gen 4 Mustang Crate Engine w/ Flywheel, M-6007-M50D (page lines joined) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Ford Performance Parts — 5.0L Gen 4 Mustang Crate Engine, M-6007-M50D (emissions notice) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Ford Performance Parts — Gen 4 5.0L Coyote Dark Horse Long Block, M-6006-M50DH (page lines joined) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Texas Comptroller — Publication 94-113, Motor Vehicle Repairs, Remodels and Maintenance (accessed October 21, 2026)
- NHTSA — Recalls (VIN search) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Texas DPS — FAQs: Items of Inspection - Engine Swaps (read via Internet Archive snapshot of 2025-12-16; dps.texas.gov timed out from our fetch location) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- U.S. EPA — Tampering Policy: Enforcement Policy on Vehicle and Engine Tampering and Aftermarket Defeat Devices under the Clean Air Act (November 23, 2020) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Texas DPS — Emissions Testing FAQ (read via Internet Archive snapshot of 2026-04-11) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Texas DPS — Ready or Not: readiness monitors and OBDII inspections (read via Internet Archive snapshot of 2026-04-18) (accessed October 21, 2026)
- TCEQ — Vehicle Emissions Inspections in Texas (accessed October 21, 2026)
- TxDMV — Assembled and Reconstructed Vehicle Manual (October 2025), Chapter 10 Motor Changes (accessed October 21, 2026)
- Texas Engine Finder price snapshot, October 21, 2026 (Hollander used-yard listings and remanufacturer catalog prices; shown on each engine family page; quote is the 5.7 Hemi price answer, each family page carries its own) (accessed October 21, 2026)