2018 Kia Optima alternator — 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) price snapshot
- Low
- $45
- Average
- $136
- High
- $275
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2018 Kia Optima Alternator — 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) variant of the 2018 Kia Optima alternator, built from 27 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
Price summary
A used 2018 Kia Optima alternator (1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)) costs $45 to $275, with a median asking price of $94. Based on 27 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 7, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$94
Grade B (good)$171
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$51–$27520 listings
Grade BStandard used$94–$2506 listings
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$45–$451 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $51–$275 | 20 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $94–$250 | 6 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $45–$45 | 1 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$94
Grade B$171
Ungraded$45
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $45–$275 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) compare?
This pricing covers the 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) variant of the 2018 Kia Optima alternator, based on 27 priced listings. Its $94 median is 3% below the 2018 Kia Optima alternator overall median of $97.
There are 5 other alternator variants available for the 2018 Kia Optima.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Same year, other trims
What other 2018 Kia Optima alternator variants are available?
2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid)
45 listings$97$50 – $2802.0L, VIN D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid)
45 listings$97$50 – $2802.0L, VIN E (8th digit, hybrid)
45 listings$97$50 – $2802.0L, VIN 2 (8th digit, turbo)
4 listings$150$56 – $1902.4L (VIN 3, 8th digit)
4 listings$150$56 – $190Back to full guide
2018 Kia Optima alternator — all trims
Common questions
2018 Kia Optima alternator (1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)) FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Kia Optima alternator (1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo))?
Based on 27 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Optima alternator in the 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) variant lists between $45 and $275, with a median asking price of $94.
Which years use the 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) alternator?
In our current dataset, the 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) variant appears only for the 2018 model year.