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Used Kia Optima Condenser price

How much does a used Kia Optima condenser cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.

Kia Optima · Condenser

$120

median asking price

184 priced listings · $50–$455 · 4 trims

A used Kia Optima condenser costs $50 to $455, with a median asking price of $120. Based on 184 salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent): $108Grade B (good): $137

Kia Optima condenser price snapshot

USD

Low: $50
Average: $120
High: $455

200 listings reviewed · last updated Aug 2, 2026 · How we price

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$108–$108	1
Grade BStandard used	$137–$137	1
Grade CVisible wear	Updating	—
Grade XUngraded	$120–$120	1

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), 1.6L
49 priced listings
$75–$385
Median$108
US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), 2.0L
49 priced listings
$75–$385
Median$108
US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), 2.4L
45 priced listings
$50–$440
Median$98
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L)
41 priced listings
$55–$455
Median$153

Model-year comparison

What does a Kia Optima condenser cost by year?

Year	Low	Median	High	Listings
2019	$50	$120	$455	200

Market analysis

How much does a used Kia Optima condenser cost?

Expect to pay $50–$455 for a used Kia Optima condenser; the median listing asks $120. That figure comes from 184 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index.

Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), 2.4L, lists at a $98 median, while Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L) commands $153, a 56% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.

Against comparable vehicles, the Kia Optima sits 65% below the BMW X5 ($343), 4% above the Ford Escape ($115), and 28% below the Chevy Traverse ($167) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.

Buying a used condenser: what to check

Inspect fins for road-debris damage across the lower third, the usual impact zone.
Confirm the refrigerant type and fitting style match your system.
Bent inlet lines are common in removal; check photos closely.
Replace the receiver-drier at the same time. It's cheap and protects the system.

Common questions

Kia Optima condenser FAQ

How much is a used condenser for a Kia Optima?

Based on 184 salvage yard listings, a used Kia Optima condenser lists between $50 and $455, with a median asking price of $120.

What affects the price of a used Kia Optima condenser?

Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 4 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 Optima model years does this price guide cover?

This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2019. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.

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