Kia Optima axle shaft — Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $122
- High
- $268
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Optima Axle Shaft — Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH prices
Pricing for the Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH variant of the Kia Optima axle shaft, aggregated from 134 salvage yard listings across 3 model years.
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Price summary
A used Kia Optima axle shaft (Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH) costs $35 to $268, with a median asking price of $119. Based on 134 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 20, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$119
Grade B (good)$175
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$50–$268116 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$17514 listings
Grade XUngraded$35–$604 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $50–$268 | 116 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $50–$175 | 14 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $35–$60 | 4 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$119
Grade B$175
Ungraded$60
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$268 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH priced differently?
This pricing covers the Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH variant of the Kia Optima axle shaft, based on 134 priced listings across 3 model years (2016, 2017, 2018). Its $119 median is 19% above the Kia Optima axle shaft overall median of $100.
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 Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH cost by year?
Other trims
Other Kia Optima axle shaft variants
Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), jackshaft, (RH)
3 yrs$89$50 – $214Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, RH
3 yrs$126$30 – $315Front, 2.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo), jackshaft, (RH)
3 yrs$139$50 – $266Front, 2.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH
3 yrs$136$40 – $450Front, 2.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, RH
3 yrs$150$50 – $335Front, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), jackshaft, (RH)
1 yr$75$35 – $151Front, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH
1 yr$86$25 – $271Front, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, RH
1 yr$110$35 – $271(front), 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid), LH
2 yrs$101$35 – $210Common questions
Kia Optima axle shaft (Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Optima axle shaft (Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH)?
Based on 134 priced salvage-yard listings across 3 model years, a used Kia Optima axle shaft in the Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH variant lists between $35 and $268, with a median asking price of $119.
Which Kia Optima years use the Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH axle shaft?
The Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between Front, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), outer assembly, LH condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $119, Grade B has a median of $175. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.