2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly price snapshot
- Low
- $65
- Average
- $457
- High
- $1,270
Year-specific price guide
Used 2016 Kia Optima Headlight Assembly prices
Year-specific used headlight assembly pricing for the 2016 Kia Optima, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
Price summary
A used 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly costs $65 to $1,270, with a median asking price of $402. Based on 584 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2012–2018 (6 model years), updated Sep 13, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wearUpdating
Grade BStandard usedUpdating
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$65–$1,270584 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade BStandard used | Updating | — | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $65–$1,270 | 584 |
Replacement cost
What is the 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly replacement cost?
- Used part
- $402
- 2016 Kia Optima median asking price
- Labor
- $50–$300
- 0.5–2 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $450–$700
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for headlight assembly replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include headlight aiming; some vehicles require bumper removal at the high end. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full headlight assembly replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), halogen, w/o LED accent; RH49 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$250$111 – $549
US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), halogen, w/o LED accent; LH48 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$240$99 – $555
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, xenon (HID), US market, LH47 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$845$75 – $1,189
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, xenon (HID), US market, RH45 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$893$200 – $1,189
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, halogen, LED accent, LH44 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$261$163 – $599
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, halogen, LED accent, RH38 listingsInterchange 2012–2016$300$75 – $599
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, halogen, w/o LED accent; LH33 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$245$65 – $575
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, halogen, w/o LED accent; RH30 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$236$70 – $617
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, xenon (HID), Canada market, RH4 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$500$450 – $588
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, xenon (HID), Canada market, LH3 listingsInterchange 2014–2016$450$450 – $559
Year-specific context
How does the 2016 Kia Optima compare?
The 2016 guide is based on 702 observed listings, including 584 with posted prices. Its $402 median is 16% below the Kia Optima guide's $476 median.
Among the 6 model years with current price data, 2016 ranks #2 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2012, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018. Shopping across all 6 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 headlight assembly FAQ
How much is a used 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly?
Based on 584 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly lists between $65 and $1,270, with a median asking price of $402.
How much does it cost to replace a 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly?
Using a used part, a 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly replacement typically runs $450–$700 all-in: the median used headlight assembly for this year lists at $402, and independent-shop labor for headlight assembly replacement typically takes 0.5–2 hours at $95–$150/hr ($50–$300). The labor figure does not include headlight aiming; some vehicles require bumper removal at the high end. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly also appear under model years 2012, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018, 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 headlamp assembly?
A headlamp assembly is another name for a headlight assembly. The prices on this page cover the 2016 Kia Optima headlight assembly — median $402, from 584 listings.