Catalytic converters are worth $50 to $800 depending on the vehicle type and precious metal content. Truck and SUV converters contain more material and bring higher prices. Hybrid vehicle converters, especially from Toyota Prius models, are among the most valuable due to their higher precious metal concentrations.
Catalytic converter values by vehicle type:
- Small cars (Civic, Corolla): $50 to $150
- Mid-size sedans (Camry, Accord): $100 to $250
- Large sedans and wagons: $150 to $300
- Small SUVs and crossovers: $150 to $300
- Large SUVs (Tahoe, Expedition): $250 to $500
- Trucks (F-150, Silverado): $200 to $500
- Hybrid vehicles (Prius): $300 to $800+
- Luxury vehicles (BMW, Mercedes): $200 to $500
Prices fluctuate with precious metal markets. Platinum, palladium, and rhodium prices change daily based on industrial demand and global supply. When these metals spike, converter values rise accordingly.
Hybrid converters command premiums because they process exhaust differently. The catalytic material degrades more slowly, leaving higher precious metal content in used converters. A Prius converter can be worth more than converters from vehicles twice its size.
Junk car buyers include converter value in their vehicle offers. A complete car with its converter intact is worth significantly more than one where the converter was stolen or removed. If your converter is missing, expect a lower offer. Check current scrap car prices to see how this affects your vehicle’s total value.
