Kia Forte master cylinder price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $147
- High
- $215
Vehicle-specific price guide
How much is a used Kia Forte master cylinder ?
How much does a used Kia Forte master cylinder cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.
Price summary
A used Kia Forte master cylinder costs $35 to $215, with a median asking price of $190. Based on 333 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2014–2024 (11 model years), updated Sep 9, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$177
Grade B (good)$190
Grade C (fair)$59
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$35–$215185 listings
Grade BStandard used$35–$190139 listings
Grade CVisible wear$59–$596 listings
Grade XUngraded$75–$763 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$215 | 185 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $35–$190 | 139 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $59–$59 | 6 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $75–$76 | 3 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$177
Grade B$190
Grade C$59
Ungraded$76
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$215 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the Kia Forte master cylinder replacement cost?
- Used part
- $190
- Kia Forte median asking price
- Labor
- $145–$450
- 1.5–3 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $335–$640
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for master cylinder replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include brake fluid and full system bleed at all four wheels. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full master cylinder replacement cost breakdown
Model-year comparison
What does a Kia Forte master cylinder cost by year?
202450 listingsFits 6 years$190$59 – $190202334 listingsFits 6 years$190$59 – $190202234 listingsFits 6 years$190$59 – $190202150 listingsFits 6 years$190$59 – $190202050 listingsFits 6 years$190$59 – $190201950 listingsFits 6 years$190$59 – $1902018100 listingsFits 4 years$76$35 – $215201650 listingsFits 5 years$177$35 – $190
Market analysis
How much does a used Kia Forte master cylinder cost?
A used Kia Forte master cylinder costs between $35 and $215, with a median asking price of $190. That figure comes from 333 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 200% premium over grade-C stock, with grade-A medians at $177.
Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, 1.5L (turbo), lists at a $76 median, while 2.0L (hybrid) commands $121, a 59% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.
Model year matters too: 2018 units carry the lowest median at $76, while 2019 tops the table at $190. Parts from 2020–2022 are interchangeable, so if the 2018 fits your vehicle, it offers the best value across 3 compatible years.
Against comparable vehicles, the Kia Forte sits 184% above the Ford Mustang ($67), 92% above the Hyundai Elantra ($99), and 245% above the Honda Civic ($55) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.
Buying a used master cylinder: what to check
- Ask for the donor vehicle's mileage. Lower-mileage parts carry more remaining life and resale value.
- Confirm the warranty. Many salvage yards offer 30–90 day guarantees; some sell extended coverage.
- Verify fitment against your VIN or the part number on your old unit, not just year and model.
- Ask whether shipping and any core charge are included in the quoted price.
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What other Kia Forte parts are priced?
01wide ±132%
Engine
$2,218median
$500$6,357
02wide ±239%
Transmission
$663median
$100$3,265
03wide ±181%
Front Bumper
$240median
$11$880
04wide ±120%
Rear Bumper
$231median
$10$565
05wide ±144%
Hood
$450median
$50$1,350
06wide ±109%
Fender
$232median
$38$544
07wide ±192%
Headlight Assembly
$491median
$25$1,911
08wide ±884%
Tail Light
$157median
$25$2,800
09wide ±2983%
Alternator
$75median
$25$4,500
10wide ±167%
Starter
$85median
$25$309
11wide ±459%
Radiator
$143median
$50$1,363
12wide ±9980%
AC Compressor
$126median
$25$25,175
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Transfer Case
Price data updating
14wide ±196%
Axle Shaft
$111median
$25$460
15wide ±107%
Strut
$135median
$35$323
16wide ±118%
Steering Rack
$133median
$40$355
17wide ±157%
Grille
$143median
$15$465
18wide ±315%
Side Mirror
$163median
$25$1,051
19wide ±99%
Turbocharger
$392median
$100$876
20wide ±137%
AC Condenser
$150median
$40$450
21wide ±211%
Wheels
$150median
$10$644
22wide ±202%
Fuel Pump
$105median
$25$450
23wide ±145%
Water Pump
$65median
$20$209
24wide ±180%
Power Steering Pump
$114median
$35$445
25wide ±167%
ABS Module
$163median
$35$580
26
Differential
Price data updating
27wide ±263%
Engine Computer
$150median
$35$824
28wide ±177%
Throttle Body
$71median
$20$271
29wide ±322%
Brake Caliper
$75median
$10$493
30
Drive Shaft
Price data updating
31wide ±169%
Tailgate
$410median
$50$1,437
32wide ±178%
Intake Manifold
$171median
$41$650
33wide ±146%
Control Arm
$100median
$35$327
34wide ±250%
Blower Motor
$76median
$25$405
35wide ±422%
Exhaust Manifold
$153median
$10$1,300
36wide ±302%
Transmission Control Module
$125median
$20$774
37wide ±407%
Steering Column
$170median
$40$1,425
38wide ±119%
Fuel Tank
$170median
$40$445
39wide ±176%
Window Regulator
$86median
$30$333
40spread ±42%
Instrument Cluster
$65median
$20$75
41wide ±89%
Torque Converter
$225median
$99$500
42wide ±245%
Steering Wheel
$129median
$38$671
43wide ±175%
Ignition Switch
$100median
$25$375
44wide ±731%
Car Radio
$175median
$40$2,600
45wide ±172%
Heater Core
$116median
$45$445
46wide ±209%
Rear View Mirror
$91median
$15$395
47wide ±140%
Sunroof
$202median
$50$614
48wide ±136%
Fog Light
$175median
$20$495
49wide ±176%
Center Console
$119median
$25$445
50wide ±2739%
Air Bag
$182median
$30$9,999
51wide ±123%
Door Assembly
$490median
$71$1,276
52wide ±108%
Quarter Panel
$420median
$200$1,108
53wide ±145%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$395median
$40$1,183
54wide ±280%
Front Seat
$167median
$45$980
Price comparisons
Compare Kia Forte master cylinder prices
Master Cylindercompare
FordMustangvsKiaForte
Mustang$67
Forte$190
$123 diff2,152 listings
Master CylindercompareHyundaiElantravsKiaForte
Elantra$99
Forte$190
$91 diff1,879 listings
Master CylindercompareHondaCivicvsKiaForte
Civic$55
Forte$190
$135 diff1,828 listings
Master CylindercompareSubaruImprezavsKiaForte
Impreza$99
Forte$190
$91 diff1,280 listings
Master CylindercompareHondaAccordvsKiaForte
Accord$76
Forte$190
$114 diff1,257 listings
Master CylindercompareToyotaCorollavsKiaForte
Corolla$99
Forte$190
$91 diff1,235 listings
Compare fitments
What do similar vehicles charge for this part?
Acurawide ±541%
Acura MDX
$75median
$25$837
Acurawide ±119%
Acura RDX
$99median
$25$260
BMWwide ±4283%
BMW X3
$99median
$20$8,500
BMWwide ±151%
BMW X5
$99median
$25$324
Chevywide ±110%
Chevy Colorado
$105median
$25$255
Chevywide ±201%
Chevy Equinox
$76median
$25$331
Kiawide ±113%
Kia Optima
$99median
$20$243
Kiawide ±144%
Kia Seltos
$76median
$76$295
Kiawide ±139%
Kia Sorento
$99median
$30$305
Kiawide ±117%
Kia Soul
$99median
$20$251
Kiawide ±189%
Kia Sportage
$81median
$25$331
Kiawide ±151%
Kia Telluride
$100median
$30$331
Common questions
Kia Forte master cylinder FAQ
How much is a used master cylinder for a Kia Forte?
Based on 333 priced salvage yard listings, a used Kia Forte master cylinder lists between $35 and $215, with a median asking price of $190.
How much does it cost to replace a Kia Forte master cylinder?
Using a used part, a Kia Forte master cylinder replacement typically runs $335–$640 all-in: the median used master cylinder for this model lists at $190, and independent-shop labor for master cylinder replacement typically takes 1.5–3 hours at $95–$150/hr ($145–$450). The labor figure does not include brake fluid and full system bleed at all four wheels. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
What affects the price of a used Kia Forte master cylinder?
Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 2 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 Forte model years does this price guide cover?
This guide currently has year-level pricing for 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.
Which Kia Forte master cylinder years are interchangeable?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, Kia Forte master cylinder listings appear across model years 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Shopping across all 11 years may surface better prices or grades. Always verify the exact part number and VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by trim or drivetrain.
How much is a used Kia Forte brake master cylinder?
A brake master cylinder is another name for a master cylinder. The Kia Forte master cylinder prices on this page apply — median $190, from 333 salvage yard listings.