Kia Optima alternator — 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $121
- High
- $280
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Optima Alternator — 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) prices
Pricing for the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) variant of the Kia Optima alternator, aggregated from 87 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Kia Optima alternator (2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid)) costs $35 to $280, with a median asking price of $97. Based on 87 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 20, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$116
Grade B (good)$85
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$40–$28064 listings
Grade BStandard used$35–$20219 listings
Grade XUngraded$70–$1004 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $40–$280 | 64 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $35–$202 | 19 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $70–$100 | 4 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$116
Grade B$85
Ungraded$100
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$280 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) variant of the Kia Optima alternator, based on 87 priced listings across 2 model years (2017, 2018). Its $97 median is 7% above the Kia Optima alternator overall median of $91.
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 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Kia Optima alternator variants
1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)
3 yrs$94$45 – $2752.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo)
1 yr$150$40 – $2402.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo)
1 yr$155$51 – $2522.0L, VIN D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid)
2 yrs$97$35 – $2802.0L, VIN E (8th digit, hybrid)
2 yrs$97$35 – $2802.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit)
1 yr$150$40 – $2402.4L, VIN 7 (8th digit)
1 yr$100$50 – $2012.4L, VIN D (8th digit, hybrid), ID 373902G900
2 yrs$100$30 – $4252.4L, VIN D (8th digit, hybrid), ID 373902G920
2 yrs$150$32 – $416Common questions
Kia Optima alternator (2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid)) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Optima alternator (2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid))?
Based on 87 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Kia Optima alternator in the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) variant lists between $35 and $280, with a median asking price of $97.
Which Kia Optima years use the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) alternator?
The 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) variant appears in model years 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $116, Grade B has a median of $85. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.