Kia Optima radiator — 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $136
- High
- $316
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Optima Radiator — 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) prices
Pricing for the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) variant of the Kia Optima radiator, aggregated from 86 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Saurabh Kumar
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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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Ambika Sharma
Co-Founder & COO, Part Price Guide
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Price summary
A used Kia Optima radiator (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit)) costs $35 to $316, with a median asking price of $120. Based on 86 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 20, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$120
Grade B (good)$175
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$35–$29460 listings
Grade BStandard used$60–$31624 listings
Grade XUngraded$65–$652 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$294 | 60 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $60–$316 | 24 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $65–$65 | 2 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$120
Grade B$175
Ungraded$65
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$316 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) priced differently?
This pricing covers the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) variant of the Kia Optima radiator, based on 86 priced listings across 2 model years (2016, 2018). Its $120 median is 4% above the Kia Optima radiator overall median of $115.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Price by model year
What does a 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Kia Optima radiator variants
1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)
3 yrs$143$49 – $4502.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo)
3 yrs$150$66 – $5002.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo)
1 yr$75$55 – $2322.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid), lower (inverter)
2 yrs$110$50 – $3302.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid), upper (engine)
2 yrs$120$75 – $4602.0L, VIN D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid), lower (inverter)
2 yrs$110$50 – $3302.0L, VIN D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid), upper (engine)
2 yrs$120$75 – $4602.0L, VIN E (8th digit, hybrid), lower (inverter)
2 yrs$110$50 – $3302.0L, VIN E (8th digit, hybrid), upper (engine)
2 yrs$120$50 – $460Common questions
Kia Optima radiator (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit)) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Optima radiator (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit))?
Based on 86 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Kia Optima radiator in the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) variant lists between $35 and $316, with a median asking price of $120.
Which Kia Optima years use the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) radiator?
The 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) variant appears in model years 2016, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $120, Grade B has a median of $175. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.