2021 Kia K5 engine price snapshot
- Low
- $820
- Average
- $1,908
- High
- $3,795
Year-specific price guide
Used 2021 Kia K5 Engine prices
Year-specific used engine pricing for the 2021 Kia K5, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
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Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
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Part overview
About the 2021 Kia K5 engine
A used 2021 Kia K5 engine costs between $820 and $3,795, with a median of $1,750 from 94 salvage yard listings.
What the engine does, common failure signs, and prices across all vehicles: used engine price guide →
Also known asMotorEngine Assembly
Price summary
A used 2021 Kia K5 engine costs $820 to $3,795, with a median asking price of $1,750. Based on 94 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2021–2023 (3 model years), updated Oct 26, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$1,972
Grade B (good)$1,525
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$820–$3,79551 listings
Grade BStandard used$852–$2,95543 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $820–$3,795 | 51 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $852–$2,955 | 43 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$1,972
Grade B$1,525
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $820–$3,795 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2021 Kia K5 engine replacement cost?
- Used part
- $1,750
- 2021 Kia K5 median asking price
- Labor
- $950–$3,000
- 10–20 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $2,700–$4,750
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for engine replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include fluids, gaskets, and any while-in-there parts like mounts or a clutch. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. How we price
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Year-specific context
How does the 2021 Kia K5 compare?
The 2021 guide is based on 100 observed listings, including 94 with posted prices. Its $1,750 median is 8% below the Kia K5 guide's $1,904 median.
Among the 3 model years with current price data, 2021 ranks #1 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2022, 2023. Shopping across all 3 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.
Compare model years
What does a Kia K5 engine cost in other years?
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Common questions
2021 Kia K5 engine FAQ
How much is a used 2021 Kia K5 engine?
Based on 94 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2021 Kia K5 engine lists between $820 and $3,795, with a median asking price of $1,750.
How much does it cost to replace a 2021 Kia K5 engine?
Using a used part, a 2021 Kia K5 engine replacement typically runs $2,700–$4,750 all-in: the median used engine for this year lists at $1,750, and independent-shop labor for engine replacement typically takes 10–20 hours at $95–$150/hr ($950–$3,000). The labor figure does not include fluids, gaskets, and any while-in-there parts like mounts or a clutch. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2021 Kia K5 engine fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2021 Kia K5 engine also appear under model years 2022, 2023, 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 2021 Kia K5 motor?
A motor is another name for a engine. The prices on this page cover the 2021 Kia K5 engine — median $1,750, from 94 listings.