Used 2018 Kia Optima starter – 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit)

Year & trim-specific price guide

Used 2018 Kia Optima Starter — 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) prices

Trim-specific pricing for the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) variant of the 2018 Kia Optima starter, built from 46 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.

2018 Kia Optima · 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit)

$72

median asking price

46 priced listings · $40–$216

Price summary

A used 2018 Kia Optima starter (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit)) costs $40 to $216, with a median asking price of $72. Based on 46 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 11, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent)$75
Grade B (good)$72

2018 Kia Optima starter — 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) price snapshot

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Low
$40
Average
$99
High
$216
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Price by part grade

Grade AClean / low wear$40–$21629 listings
Grade BStandard used$40–$18513 listings
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$40–$754 listings

Median by grade

Grade price comparison

Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $40–$216 overall range

Trim-specific context

How does the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) compare?

This pricing covers the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) variant of the 2018 Kia Optima starter, based on 46 priced listings. Its $72 median is 47% below the 2018 Kia Optima starter overall median of $135.

There are 3 other starter variants available for the 2018 Kia Optima.

Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.

Same trim, other years

2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) in other model years

All years
201614 listings$161$65 – $201

Same year, other trims

What other 2018 Kia Optima starter variants are available?

1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)

43 listings$100$40 – $222

2.0L, VIN 2 (8th digit, turbo)

40 listings$178$60 – $228

2.4L (VIN 3, 8th digit), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit)

40 listings$178$60 – $228

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2018 Kia Optima starter — all trims

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Common questions

2018 Kia Optima starter (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit)) FAQ

How much is a used 2018 Kia Optima starter (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit))?

Based on 46 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Optima starter in the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) variant lists between $40 and $216, with a median asking price of $72.

Which years use the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) starter?

The 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit) variant appears in model years 2016, 2018. Prices and availability may differ by year.