Kia Sportage ac compressor price snapshot
- Low
- $47
- Average
- $190
- High
- $822
Vehicle-specific price guide
How much is a used Kia Sportage ac compressor ?
How much does a used Kia Sportage ac compressor cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.
Price summary
A used Kia Sportage ac compressor costs $47 to $822, with a median asking price of $162. Based on 666 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2011–2025 (15 model years), updated Sep 9, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$165
Grade B (good)$150
Grade C (fair)$125
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$47–$822515 listings
Grade BStandard used$75–$339117 listings
Grade CVisible wear$125–$1252 listings
Grade XUngraded$60–$35032 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $47–$822 | 515 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $75–$339 | 117 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $125–$125 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $60–$350 | 32 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$165
Grade B$150
Grade C$125
Ungraded$125
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $47–$822 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the Kia Sportage ac compressor replacement cost?
- Used part
- $162
- Kia Sportage median asking price
- Labor
- $285–$900
- 3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $445–$1,060
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for ac compressor replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include refrigerant evacuation and recharge, and a new receiver/drier if required. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full ac compressor replacement cost breakdown
Model-year comparison
What does a Kia Sportage ac compressor cost by year?
2025100 listings$200$88 – $8022024150 listingsFits 4 years$215$47 – $366202350 listingsFits 5 years$173$100 – $350202250 listingsFits 4 years$126$93 – $2852021185 listingsFits 11 years$171$50 – $822202050 listingsFits 4 years$126$93 – $285201950 listingsFits 3 years$125$50 – $205201850 listingsFits 3 years$125$70 – $223201750 listingsFits 3 years$115$50 – $235
Market analysis
How much does a used Kia Sportage ac compressor cost?
Based on 666 listings, a used ac compressor for the Kia Sportage runs $162 at the median, ranging $47–$822. That figure comes from 666 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 32% premium over grade-C stock, with grade-A medians at $165.
Model year matters too: 2017 units carry the lowest median at $115, while 2024 tops the table at $215. Parts from 2017–2019 are interchangeable, so if the 2017 fits your vehicle, it offers the best value across 3 compatible years.
Against comparable vehicles, the Kia Sportage sits 2% above the Ford F150 ($159), 13% above the Hyundai Elantra ($144), and 30% above the Ram 1500 ($125) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.
Buying a used ac compressor: what to check
- Ask for the donor vehicle's mileage. Lower-mileage parts carry more remaining life and resale value.
- Confirm the warranty. Many salvage yards offer 30–90 day guarantees; some sell extended coverage.
- Verify fitment against your VIN or the part number on your old unit, not just year and model.
- Ask whether shipping and any core charge are included in the quoted price.
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What other Kia Sportage parts are priced?
01wide ±497%
Engine
$2,901median
$1$28,825
02wide ±204%
Transmission
$908median
$100$3,800
03wide ±213%
Front Bumper
$212median
$24$925
04wide ±150%
Rear Bumper
$200median
$49$650
05wide ±179%
Hood
$415median
$65$1,551
06wide ±132%
Fender
$225median
$45$640
07wide ±1848%
Headlight Assembly
$779median
$30$28,825
08wide ±642%
Tail Light
$216median
$25$2,800
09wide ±217%
Alternator
$86median
$12$385
10wide ±155%
Starter
$86median
$35$301
11wide ±390%
Radiator
$207median
$20$1,636
12wide ±393%
Transfer Case
$241median
$84$1,979
13wide ±162%
Axle Shaft
$125median
$40$445
14wide ±162%
Strut
$125median
$35$439
15wide ±307%
Steering Rack
$270median
$53$1,712
16wide ±185%
Grille
$193median
$17$730
17wide ±268%
Side Mirror
$218median
$30$1,200
18wide ±226%
Turbocharger
$275median
$35$1,279
19wide ±432%
AC Condenser
$180median
$40$1,594
20wide ±159%
Wheels
$190median
$40$644
21wide ±361%
Fuel Pump
$145median
$35$1,083
22wide ±144%
Water Pump
$109median
$25$340
23wide ±139%
Power Steering Pump
$193median
$40$578
24wide ±215%
ABS Module
$230median
$35$1,024
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Differential
Price data updating
26wide ±315%
Engine Computer
$178median
$20$1,143
27wide ±303%
Throttle Body
$66median
$25$425
28wide ±298%
Brake Caliper
$81median
$11$493
29wide ±94%
Drive Shaft
$177median
$66$399
30wide ±204%
Tailgate
$1,024median
$36$4,205
31wide ±177%
Intake Manifold
$150median
$50$580
32wide ±139%
Control Arm
$115median
$35$354
33wide ±203%
Blower Motor
$76median
$22$331
34wide ±212%
Exhaust Manifold
$405median
$85$1,800
35wide ±1003%
Transmission Control Module
$136median
$23$2,750
36wide ±161%
Steering Column
$248median
$45$845
37wide ±190%
Fuel Tank
$205median
$53$834
38wide ±129%
Window Regulator
$113median
$30$321
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Instrument Cluster
Price data updating
40wide ±104%
Torque Converter
$231median
$95$574
41wide ±125%
Steering Wheel
$174median
$25$460
42wide ±233%
Ignition Switch
$100median
$35$500
43wide ±9879%
Car Radio
$175median
$25$34,600
44wide ±198%
Heater Core
$116median
$40$500
45wide ±143%
Rear View Mirror
$103median
$25$320
46wide ±302%
Sunroof
$346median
$86$2,178
47wide ±189%
Master Cylinder
$81median
$25$331
48wide ±110%
Fog Light
$193median
$40$466
49wide ±382%
Center Console
$166median
$25$1,294
50wide ±196%
Air Bag
$296median
$40$1,200
51wide ±182%
Door Assembly
$321median
$40$1,210
52wide ±101%
Quarter Panel
$561median
$300$1,437
53wide ±104%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$375median
$27$806
54wide ±352%
Front Seat
$230median
$40$1,659
Price comparisons
Compare Kia Sportage ac compressor prices
AC Compressorcompare
FordF150vsKiaSportage
F150$159
Sportage$162
$3 diff2,669 listings
AC CompressorcompareHyundaiElantravsKiaSportage
Elantra$144
Sportage$162
$18 diff2,620 listings
AC CompressorcompareRam1500vsKiaSportage
1500$125
Sportage$162
$37 diff2,573 listings
AC CompressorcompareChevySilverado1500vsKiaSportage
1500$162
Sportage$162
$0 diff2,427 listings
AC CompressorcompareFordEscapevsKiaSportage
Escape$150
Sportage$162
$12 diff2,404 listings
AC CompressorcompareHyundaiSonatavsKiaSportage
Sonata$137
Sportage$162
$25 diff2,246 listings
Compare fitments
What do similar vehicles charge for this part?
Acurawide ±152%
Acura MDX
$128median
$15$405
Acurawide ±132%
Acura RDX
$162median
$25$454
BMWwide ±301%
BMW X3
$168median
$35$1,047
BMWwide ±256%
BMW X5
$200median
$25$1,047
Chevywide ±167%
Chevy Colorado
$143median
$50$529
Chevywide ±146%
Chevy Equinox
$125median
$35$400
Kiawide ±9980%
Kia Forte
$126median
$25$25,175
Kiawide ±209%
Kia Optima
$133median
$44$600
Kiawide ±75%
Kia Seltos
$169median
$60$315
Kiawide ±249%
Kia Sorento
$181median
$50$950
Kiawide ±154%
Kia Soul
$120median
$30$400
Kiawide ±118%
Kia Telluride
$153median
$25$387
Common questions
Kia Sportage ac compressor FAQ
How much is a used ac compressor for a Kia Sportage?
Based on 666 priced salvage yard listings, a used Kia Sportage ac compressor lists between $47 and $822, with a median asking price of $162.
How much does it cost to replace a Kia Sportage ac compressor?
Using a used part, a Kia Sportage ac compressor replacement typically runs $445–$1,060 all-in: the median used ac compressor for this model lists at $162, and independent-shop labor for ac compressor replacement typically takes 3–6 hours at $95–$150/hr ($285–$900). The labor figure does not include refrigerant evacuation and recharge, and a new receiver/drier if required. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
What affects the price of a used Kia Sportage ac compressor?
Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 2 distinct trims/variants for this part. Check the variant table above, since interchange differences can change the price substantially. Always confirm fitment against your VIN or part number before buying.
Which Kia Sportage model years does this price guide cover?
This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.
Which Kia Sportage ac compressor years are interchangeable?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, Kia Sportage ac compressor listings appear across model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Shopping across all 15 years may surface better prices or grades. Always verify the exact part number and VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by trim or drivetrain.
How much is a used Kia Sportage a/c compressor?
A a/c compressor is another name for a ac compressor. The Kia Sportage ac compressor prices on this page apply — median $162, from 666 salvage yard listings.