Kia Forte AC compressor — 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $60
- Average
- $186
- High
- $374
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Forte AC Compressor — 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) prices
Pricing for the 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) variant of the Kia Forte AC compressor, aggregated from 57 salvage yard listings across 5 model years.
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Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
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Price summary
A used Kia Forte AC compressor (1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit)) costs $60 to $374, with a median asking price of $157. Based on 57 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 31, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$323
Grade B (good)$123
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$89–$37433 listings
Grade BStandard used$109–$26419 listings
Grade XUngraded$60–$2455 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $89–$374 | 33 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $109–$264 | 19 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $60–$245 | 5 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$323
Grade B$123
Ungraded$245
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $60–$374 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) variant of the Kia Forte AC compressor, based on 57 priced listings across 5 model years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024). Its $157 median is 26% above the Kia Forte AC compressor overall median of $125.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Price by model year
What does a 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Kia Forte AC compressor variants
1.6L (turbo), automatic temperature control
2 yrs$125$50 – $3131.6L (turbo), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (automatic temperature control)
1 yr$100$50 – $2491.6L (turbo), manual temperature control
2 yrs$111$35 – $2971.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), automatic temperature control
2 yrs$178$78 – $3421.6L (turbo), Mexico built (VIN 3, 1st digit), manual temperature control
2 yrs$147$50 – $3071.6L (turbo), VIN C (8th digit)
5 yrs$150$65 – $3281.8L, automatic temperature control
2 yrs$125$50 – $3221.8L, manual temperature control
2 yrs$125$45 – $1952.0L
5 yrs$158$35 – $360Common questions
Kia Forte AC compressor (1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit)) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Forte AC compressor (1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit))?
Based on 57 priced salvage-yard listings across 5 model years, a used Kia Forte AC compressor in the 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) variant lists between $60 and $374, with a median asking price of $157.
Which Kia Forte years use the 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) AC compressor?
The 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) variant appears in model years 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 1.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $323, Grade B has a median of $123. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.