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Used Kia Forte Radiator price

How much does a used Kia Forte radiator cost? Current salvage yard asking prices with condition grade, trim, and model-year detail from real marketplace listings.

Kia Forte · Radiator

$156

median asking price

89 priced listings · $50–$295 · 2 trims

A used Kia Forte radiator costs $50 to $295, with a median asking price of $156. Based on 89 salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent): $174Grade B (good): $95

Kia Forte radiator price snapshot

USD

Low: $50
Average: $156
High: $295

100 listings reviewed · last updated Aug 2, 2026 · How we price

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$174–$174	1
Grade BStandard used	$95–$95	1
Grade CVisible wear	Updating	—
Grade XUngraded	$60–$60	1

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

1.6L (turbo)
46 priced listings
$70–$295
Median$168
2.0L
43 priced listings
$50–$272
Median$120

Model-year comparison

What does a Kia Forte radiator cost by year?

Year	Low	Median	High	Listings
2018	$50	$156	$295	100

Market analysis

How much does a used Kia Forte radiator cost?

The going rate for a used Kia Forte radiator is $156 at the median, with listings spanning $50 to $295. That figure comes from 89 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 83% premium over grade-B stock, with grade-A medians at $174.

Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, 2.0L, lists at a $120 median, while 1.6L (turbo) commands $168, a 40% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.

Against comparable vehicles, the Kia Forte sits 32% below the Chevy Silverado 1500 ($230), 16% below the Jeep Grand Cherokee ($185), and 44% above the Ram 1500 ($108) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.

Buying a used radiator: what to check

Inspect for bent fins, crusted seams, and dried coolant trails, all signs of leaks.
Confirm automatic vs manual transmission versions; auto radiators include cooler lines.
Plastic end tanks age badly. Favor low-mileage donors.
Pressure-tested units are worth the premium; ask.

Common questions

Kia Forte radiator FAQ

How much is a used radiator for a Kia Forte?

Based on 89 salvage yard listings, a used Kia Forte radiator lists between $50 and $295, with a median asking price of $156.

What affects the price of a used Kia Forte radiator?

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 2018. Other model years contribute to the overall range where sellers listed them without a year breakdown.

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