2016 Kia Optima control arm price snapshot
- Low
- $40
- Average
- $107
- High
- $226
Year-specific price guide
Used 2016 Kia Optima Control Arm prices
Year-specific used control arm pricing for the 2016 Kia Optima, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Part overview
About the 2016 Kia Optima control arm
A used 2016 Kia Optima control arm costs between $40 and $226, with a median of $100 from 211 salvage yard listings.
What the control arm does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used control arm price guide →
Also known asLower Control ArmA-ArmWishbone
Price summary
A used 2016 Kia Optima control arm costs $40 to $226, with a median asking price of $100. Based on 211 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2011–2020 (10 model years), updated Sep 19, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$75
Grade B (good)$75
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$40–$226124 listings
Grade BStandard used$75–$14816 listings
Grade XUngraded$75–$15071 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $40–$226 | 124 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $75–$148 | 16 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $75–$150 | 71 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$75
Grade B$75
Ungraded$125
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $40–$226 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2016 Kia Optima control arm replacement cost?
- Used part
- $100
- 2016 Kia Optima median asking price
- Labor
- $95–$450
- 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $195–$550
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for control arm replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include a wheel alignment after installation. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full control arm replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Year-specific context
How does the 2016 Kia Optima compare?
The 2016 guide is based on 300 observed listings, including 211 with posted prices. Its $100 median is 33% above the Kia Optima guide's $75 median.
Among the 6 model years with current price data, 2016 ranks #6 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020. Shopping across all 10 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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Common questions
2016 Kia Optima control arm FAQ
How much is a used 2016 Kia Optima control arm?
Based on 211 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Kia Optima control arm lists between $40 and $226, with a median asking price of $100.
How much does it cost to replace a 2016 Kia Optima control arm?
Using a used part, a 2016 Kia Optima control arm replacement typically runs $195–$550 all-in: the median used control arm for this year lists at $100, and independent-shop labor for control arm replacement typically takes 1–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($95–$450). The labor figure does not include a wheel alignment after installation. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2016 Kia Optima control arm fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2016 Kia Optima control arm also appear under model years 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2016 Kia Optima lower control arm?
A lower control arm is another name for a control arm. The prices on this page cover the 2016 Kia Optima control arm — median $100, from 211 listings.