2018 Kia Optima alternator — 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) price snapshot
- Low
- $50
- Average
- $123
- High
- $280
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2018 Kia Optima Alternator — 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) variant of the 2018 Kia Optima alternator, built from 45 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
Price summary
A used 2018 Kia Optima alternator (2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid)) costs $50 to $280, with a median asking price of $97. Based on 45 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 7, 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$50–$28032 listings
Grade BStandard used$59–$16410 listings
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$70–$1003 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $50–$280 | 32 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $59–$164 | 10 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $70–$100 | 3 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$116
Grade B$85
Ungraded$91
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $50–$280 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) compare?
This pricing covers the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) variant of the 2018 Kia Optima alternator, based on 45 priced listings. Its $97 median is 0% above 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 D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid)
45 listings$97$50 – $2802.0L, VIN E (8th digit, hybrid)
45 listings$97$50 – $2801.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)
27 listings$94$45 – $2752.0L, 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 (2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid)) FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Kia Optima alternator (2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid))?
Based on 45 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Optima alternator in the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) variant lists between $50 and $280, with a median asking price of $97.
Which years use the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) alternator?
In our current dataset, the 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid) variant appears only for the 2018 model year.