Kia Optima radiator — Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) price snapshot
- Low
- $41
- Average
- $121
- High
- $300
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Optima Radiator — Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) prices
Pricing for the Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) variant of the Kia Optima radiator, aggregated from 94 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Kia Optima radiator (Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine)) costs $41 to $300, with a median asking price of $95. Based on 94 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 31, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$123
Grade B (good)$75
Grade C (fair)$85
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$45–$30062 listings
Grade BStandard used$65–$21716 listings
Grade CVisible wear$85–$852 listings
Grade XUngraded$41–$10014 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $45–$300 | 62 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $65–$217 | 16 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $85–$85 | 2 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $41–$100 | 14 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$123
Grade B$75
Grade C$85
Ungraded$75
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $41–$300 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) priced differently?
This pricing covers the Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) variant of the Kia Optima radiator, based on 94 priced listings across 2 model years (2019, 2020). Its $95 median is 14% below the Kia Optima radiator overall median of $110.
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 Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) 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 (Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine)) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Optima radiator (Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine))?
Based on 94 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Kia Optima radiator in the Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) variant lists between $41 and $300, with a median asking price of $95.
Which Kia Optima years use the Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) radiator?
The Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) variant appears in model years 2019, 2020. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), (2.0L), upper (engine) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $123, Grade B has a median of $75, Grade C has a median of $85. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.