2018 Kia Optima tailgate price snapshot
- Low
- $160
- Average
- $413
- High
- $900
Year-specific price guide
Used 2018 Kia Optima Tailgate prices
Year-specific used tailgate pricing for the 2018 Kia Optima, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
Price summary
A used 2018 Kia Optima tailgate costs $160 to $900, with a median asking price of $400. Based on 107 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2016–2020 (5 model years), updated Aug 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wearUpdating
Grade BStandard usedUpdating
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$160–$900107 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade BStandard used | Updating | — | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $160–$900 | 107 |
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), LED tail lamps (rear view camera)40 listingsInterchange 2017–2020$301$191 – $750
US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), w/o spoiler; incandescent tail lamps, w/o rear view camera17 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$400$170 – $610
US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), w/o spoiler; LED tail lamps11 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$450$160 – $650
Korea built (VIN K, 1st digit), incandescent tail lamps (rear view camera)10 listingsInterchange 2016–2018$489$300 – $650
US built (VIN 5, 1st digit), w/o spoiler; incandescent tail lamps, rear view camera7 listingsInterchange 2016–2020$450$300 – $650
Year-specific context
How does the 2018 Kia Optima compare?
The 2018 guide is based on 141 observed listings, including 107 with posted prices. Its $400 median is 19% above the Kia Optima guide's $335 median.
Among the 4 model years with current price data, 2018 ranks #4 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020. Shopping across all 5 compatible years may surface better prices or condition grades.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
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$2,500median
$150$6,017
02wide ±323%
Transmission
$649median
$75$4,267
03wide ±138%
Front Bumper
$272median
$13$765
04wide ±129%
Rear Bumper
$243median
$25$650
05wide ±129%
Hood
$401median
$100$1,132
06wide ±642%
Fender
$137median
$40$1,800
07wide ±2633%
Headlight Assembly
$476median
$30$25,100
08wide ±1110%
Tail Light
$125median
$25$2,800
09wide ±224%
Alternator
$88median
$30$425
10wide ±126%
Starter
$110median
$30$307
11wide ±604%
Radiator
$146median
$35$1,800
12wide ±209%
AC Compressor
$133median
$44$600
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Transfer Case
Price data updating
14wide ±189%
Axle Shaft
$101median
$19$400
15wide ±148%
Strut
$75median
$35$257
16wide ±273%
Steering Rack
$283median
$40$1,587
17wide ±264%
Grille
$140median
$19$759
18wide ±11384%
Side Mirror
$132median
$20$30,075
19wide ±111%
Turbocharger
$474median
$100$1,155
20wide ±317%
AC Condenser
$110median
$25$723
21wide ±272%
Wheels
$125median
$19$700
22wide ±492%
Fuel Pump
$115median
$40$1,172
23wide ±237%
Water Pump
$75median
$20$375
24wide ±108%
Power Steering Pump
$125median
$30$300
25wide ±169%
ABS Module
$175median
$40$631
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Differential
Price data updating
27wide ±5661%
Engine Computer
$102median
$25$11,573
28wide ±142%
Throttle Body
$73median
$20$228
29wide ±2048%
Brake Caliper
$50median
$12$2,060
30spread ±48%
Drive Shaft
$300median
$75$361
31wide ±147%
Intake Manifold
$131median
$30$415
32wide ±21781%
Control Arm
$72median
$20$31,385
33wide ±162%
Blower Motor
$116median
$30$405
34wide ±170%
Exhaust Manifold
$454median
$54$1,600
35wide ±455%
Transmission Control Module
$110median
$25$1,025
36wide ±213%
Steering Column
$195median
$51$880
37wide ±142%
Fuel Tank
$143median
$40$445
38wide ±167%
Window Regulator
$114median
$30$410
39wide ±159%
Instrument Cluster
$85median
$10$280
40wide ±380%
Torque Converter
$125median
$50$1,000
41wide ±80%
Steering Wheel
$150median
$35$275
42wide ±385%
Ignition Switch
$100median
$30$800
43wide ±421%
Car Radio
$177median
$10$1,500
44wide ±147%
Heater Core
$116median
$61$401
45wide ±150%
Rear View Mirror
$100median
$25$325
46wide ±527%
Sunroof
$126median
$46$1,375
47wide ±113%
Master Cylinder
$99median
$20$243
48wide ±166%
Fog Light
$110median
$20$386
49wide ±1238%
Center Console
$100median
$25$2,500
50wide ±288%
Air Bag
$125median
$35$755
51wide ±140%
Door Assembly
$250median
$50$750
52wide ±86%
Quarter Panel
$400median
$55$740
53wide ±119%
Rear Bumper Assembly
$300median
$20$731
54wide ±389%
Front Seat
$176median
$30$1,400
Common questions
2018 Kia Optima tailgate FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Kia Optima tailgate?
Based on 107 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Optima tailgate lists between $160 and $900, with a median asking price of $400.
Will a 2018 Kia Optima tailgate fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2018 Kia Optima tailgate also appear under model years 2016, 2017, 2019, 2020, suggesting these years share compatible fitments. Always verify the exact part number, drivetrain, trim, and your VIN before buying — interchange compatibility can vary by variant.
How much is a 2018 Kia Optima truck tailgate?
A truck tailgate is another name for a tailgate. The prices on this page cover the 2018 Kia Optima tailgate — median $400, from 107 listings.