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Used Kia Optima Strut price

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

Kia Optima · Strut

$80

median asking price

202 priced listings · $35–$257 · 8 trims

A used Kia Optima strut costs $35 to $257, with a median asking price of $80. Based on 202 salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 2, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.

Grade A (excellent): $91Grade B (good): $50

Kia Optima strut price snapshot

USD

Low: $35
Average: $80
High: $257

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

Condition comparison

Price by part grade

Grade	Price range	Listings
Grade AClean / low wear	$91–$91	1
Grade BStandard used	$50–$50	1
Grade CVisible wear	Updating	—
Grade XUngraded	$80–$80	1

Fitment matters

Price by trim & variant

(front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, RH
36 priced listings
$35–$173
Median$80
(front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH
36 priced listings
$35–$173
Median$80
(front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, LH
31 priced listings
$45–$178
Median$85
(front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, LH
31 priced listings
$45–$178
Median$85
(front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), LX, LH
29 priced listings
$35–$257
Median$91
(front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), LX, RH
29 priced listings
$50–$257
Median$85
(front), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), LH
6 priced listings
$50–$60
Median$55
(front), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), RH
4 priced listings
$50–$60
Median$60

Model-year comparison

What does a Kia Optima strut cost by year?

Year	Low	Median	High	Listings
2018	$35	$80	$257	392

Market analysis

How much does a used Kia Optima strut cost?

Expect to pay $35–$257 for a used Kia Optima strut; the median listing asks $80. That figure comes from 202 priced salvage-yard listings tracked by our index. Condition matters: grade-A units (lowest mileage, best condition) carry roughly a 82% premium over grade-B stock, with grade-A medians at $91.

Fitment variant moves the price more than most buyers expect. The most affordable variant we track, (front), US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), LH, lists at a $55 median, while (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), LX, LH commands $91, a 65% gap inside the same part category. Confirm which variant your VIN requires before comparing quotes.

Against comparable vehicles, the Kia Optima sits 46% below the Honda Accord ($149), 53% below the Ford F150 ($170), and 20% below the Chevy Equinox ($100) for the same part. The “similar vehicles” cards below open each comparison guide.

Buying a used strut: what to check

Buy struts in pairs. Mixing wear levels ruins handling and tire wear.
Check for oil streaks on the strut body, the sign of a blown seal.
Confirm sport vs base suspension. Spring rates and heights differ.
Factor in new mounts and bearings; reusing old ones wastes the labor.

Common questions

Kia Optima strut FAQ

How much is a used strut for a Kia Optima?

Based on 202 salvage yard listings, a used Kia Optima strut lists between $35 and $257, with a median asking price of $80.

What affects the price of a used Kia Optima strut?

Condition grade, mileage, model year, and fitment variant all move the price. Our data covers 8 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 Optima 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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