2018 price snapshot
- Low
- $195
- Average
- $2,617
- High
- $6,017
Model year / 2018
Year-specific used engine pricing for the 2018 Kia Optima, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
A used 2018 Kia Optima engine costs $195 to $6,017, with a median asking price of $3,048. Based on 422 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent): $3,138Grade B (good): $2,243Grade C (fair): $1,700
Low → high
Condition comparison
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $195–$4,995 | 315 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $478–$3,855 | 54 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $1,700–$1,700 | 1 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $350–$6,017 | 52 |
Fitment matters
50 priced listings
$1,997–$5,655
49 priced listings
$2,500–$6,017
49 priced listings
$2,500–$6,017
49 priced listings
$2,500–$6,017
47 priced listings
$1,215–$4,995
46 priced listings
$195–$3,000
46 priced listings
$195–$3,000
46 priced listings
$195–$3,000
40 priced listings
$1,700–$4,264
Year-specific context
The 2018 guide is based on 444 observed listings, including 422 with posted prices. Its $3,048 median is 0% above the Kia Optima guide's $3,048 median.
Among the 1 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #1 from lowest to highest median.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Common questions
Based on 422 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Optima engine lists between $195 and $6,017, with a median asking price of $3,048.
This price guide does not confirm interchangeability. Check the seller's part number, drivetrain, trim or variant, and your VIN before buying; parts from the same model can use different fitments in the same year.