2018 Kia Forte AC compressor — 1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control price snapshot
- Low
- $78
- Average
- $175
- High
- $335
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2018 Kia Forte AC Compressor — 1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control variant of the 2018 Kia Forte AC compressor, built from 49 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
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Price summary
A used 2018 Kia Forte AC compressor (1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control) costs $78 to $335, with a median asking price of $170. Based on 49 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$170
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$78–$33548 listings
Grade XUngraded$80–$801 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $78–$335 | 48 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $80–$80 | 1 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$170
Ungraded$80
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $78–$335 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control compare?
This pricing covers the 1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control variant of the 2018 Kia Forte AC compressor, based on 49 priced listings. Its $170 median is 38% above the 2018 Kia Forte AC compressor overall median of $123.
There are 5 other AC compressor variants available for the 2018 Kia Forte.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Same trim, other years
1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control in other model years
Same year, other trims
What other 2018 Kia Forte AC compressor variants are available?
1.6L (turbo), (Mexico built, VIN 3, 1st digit), manual temperature control
41 listings$123$50 – $3072.0L, Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control
36 listings$100$40 – $2552.0L, Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), automatic temperature control
32 listings$162$54 – $2242.0L, Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), manual temperature control
30 listings$85$50 – $1732.0L, Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), manual temperature control
30 listings$85$50 – $173Back to full guide
2018 Kia Forte AC compressor — all trims
Common questions
2018 Kia Forte AC compressor (1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control) FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Kia Forte AC compressor (1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control)?
Based on 49 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Forte AC compressor in the 1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control variant lists between $78 and $335, with a median asking price of $170.
Which years use the 1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control AC compressor?
The 1.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control variant appears in model years 2017, 2018. Prices and availability may differ by year.