Kia Optima strut — (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH price snapshot
- Low
- $35
- Average
- $93
- High
- $316
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Optima Strut — (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH prices
Pricing for the (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH variant of the Kia Optima strut, aggregated from 69 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Kia Optima strut ((front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH) costs $35 to $316, with a median asking price of $80. Based on 69 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Sep 20, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$94
Grade B (good)$50
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$35–$31655 listings
Grade BStandard used$50–$504 listings
Grade XUngraded$40–$10010 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $35–$316 | 55 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $50–$50 | 4 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $40–$100 | 10 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$94
Grade B$50
Ungraded$85
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $35–$316 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH priced differently?
This pricing covers the (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH variant of the Kia Optima strut, based on 69 priced listings across 2 model years (2017, 2018). Its $80 median is 7% above the Kia Optima strut overall median of $75.
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 (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH cost by year?
Other trims
Other Kia Optima strut variants
Front, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), LH
1 yr$74$32 – $225Front, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), RH
1 yr$75$32 – $210Front, 2.4L, VIN 7 (8th digit), sport tuned suspension, LH
1 yr$74$32 – $225Front, 2.4L, VIN 7 (8th digit), sport tuned suspension, RH
1 yr$75$32 – $210Front, 2.4L, VIN 7 (8th digit), w/o sport tuned suspension; LH
1 yr$65$45 – $193Front, 2.4L, VIN 7 (8th digit), w/o sport tuned suspension; RH
1 yr$75$45 – $203Front, 2.4L, VIN D (8th digit, hybrid), LH
1 yr$86$30 – $237Front, 2.4L, VIN D (8th digit, hybrid), RH
1 yr$75$30 – $237Front, Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Hybrid, LH
4 yrs$85$25 – $321Common questions
Kia Optima strut ((front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Optima strut ((front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH)?
Based on 69 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Kia Optima strut in the (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH variant lists between $35 and $316, with a median asking price of $80.
Which Kia Optima years use the (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH strut?
The (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH variant appears in model years 2017, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between (front), Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), Plug-In Hybrid, RH condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $94, Grade B has a median of $50. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.