Kia Forte AC compressor — 1.8L, automatic temperature control price snapshot
- Low
- $50
- Average
- $118
- High
- $322
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Forte AC Compressor — 1.8L, automatic temperature control prices
Pricing for the 1.8L, automatic temperature control variant of the Kia Forte AC compressor, aggregated from 38 salvage yard listings across 2 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 (1.8L, automatic temperature control) costs $50 to $322, with a median asking price of $125. Based on 38 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$165
Grade B (good)$120
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$50–$32230 listings
Grade BStandard used$60–$1203 listings
Grade XUngraded$75–$1255 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $50–$322 | 30 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $60–$120 | 3 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $75–$125 | 5 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$165
Grade B$120
Ungraded$120
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $50–$322 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 1.8L, automatic temperature control priced differently?
This pricing covers the 1.8L, automatic temperature control variant of the Kia Forte AC compressor, based on 38 priced listings across 2 model years (2015, 2016). Its $125 median is 0% 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 1.8L, automatic temperature control 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 – $5501.6L (turbo), VIN 7 (8th digit)
3 yrs$123$60 – $3741.6L (turbo), VIN C (8th digit)
5 yrs$150$50 – $4151.8L, manual temperature control
2 yrs$125$45 – $1952.0L
5 yrs$164$35 – $360Common questions
Kia Forte AC compressor (1.8L, automatic temperature control) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Forte AC compressor (1.8L, automatic temperature control)?
Based on 38 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Kia Forte AC compressor in the 1.8L, automatic temperature control variant lists between $50 and $322, with a median asking price of $125.
Which Kia Forte years use the 1.8L, automatic temperature control AC compressor?
The 1.8L, automatic temperature control variant appears in model years 2015, 2016. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 1.8L, automatic temperature control condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $165, Grade B has a median of $120. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.