2022 Kia Optima transmission price snapshot
- Low
- $400
- Average
- $1,869
- High
- $4,267
Year-specific price guide
Used 2022 Kia Optima Transmission prices
Year-specific used transmission pricing for the 2022 Kia Optima, built from real salvage yard and junkyard listings with condition grade and fitment detail.
Price summary
A used 2022 Kia Optima transmission costs $400 to $4,267, with a median asking price of $1,825. Based on 311 priced salvage yard listings across the US, compatible across 2013–2022 (9 model years), updated Aug 20, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$2,200
Grade B (good)$1,715
Grade C (fair)$1,365
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$400–$4,267183 listings
Grade BStandard used$400–$2,30017 listings
Grade CVisible wear$1,315–$2,10137 listings
Grade XUngraded$500–$3,65474 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $400–$4,267 | 183 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $400–$2,300 | 17 | |
| Grade CVisible wear | $1,315–$2,101 | 37 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $500–$3,654 | 74 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$2,200
Grade B$1,715
Grade C$1,365
Ungraded$1,315
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $400–$4,267 overall range
Replacement cost
What is the 2022 Kia Optima transmission replacement cost?
- Used part
- $1,825
- 2022 Kia Optima median asking price
- Labor
- $570–$1,800
- 6–12 hours at $95–$150/hr
- Estimated total
- $2,395–$3,625
- median used part + labor
Labor is a typical independent-shop range for transmission replacement, not a quote for your vehicle; it does not include transmission fluid and filter, and a torque converter check on automatics. The part price is the live median from the salvage-yard listings on this page. Full transmission replacement cost breakdown
Fitment matters
Price by trim & variant
AT, (2.5L, 4 cylinder engine), VIN F (5th digit, 2ARFE engine), FWD (U760E), ID 30500-0R01047 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$1,365$1,315 – $2,873
AT, (2.5L, 4 cylinder engine), VIN F (5th digit, 2ARFE engine), FWD (U760E), ID 30500-4234047 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$1,365$1,315 – $2,873
AT, (2.5L, 4 cylinder engine), VIN F (5th digit, 2ARFE engine), FWD (U760E), ID 30500-0R03047 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$1,365$1,315 – $2,873
AT, (2.5L, 4 cylinder engine), VIN F (5th digit, 2ARFE engine), AWD, U760E44 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$2,600$1,800 – $3,550
AT, (2.5L, 4 cylinder engine), VIN F (5th digit, 2ARFE engine), AWD, U760F44 listingsInterchange 2013–2018$2,600$1,800 – $3,550
AT, (2.5L, 4 cylinder engine), VIN J (5th digit, 2ARFXE engine, hybrid)43 listingsInterchange 2015–2021$760$400 – $1,997
AT, (2.5L, 4 cylinder engine), VIN F (5th digit, 2ARFE engine), FWD (U760E), ID 30500-2125039 listingsInterchange 2017–2018$1,800$1,250 – $4,267
Year-specific context
How does the 2022 Kia Optima compare?
The 2022 guide is based on 350 observed listings, including 311 with posted prices. Its $1,825 median is 181% above the Kia Optima guide's $649 median.
Among the 6 model years with current price data, 2022 ranks #6 from lowest to highest median.
Interchange data shows this part is also listed under model years 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021. Shopping across all 9 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.
Compare model years
What does a Kia Optima transmission cost in other years?
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01wide ±117%
Engine
$2,500median
$150$6,017
02wide ±138%
Front Bumper
$272median
$13$765
03wide ±129%
Rear Bumper
$243median
$25$650
04wide ±129%
Hood
$401median
$100$1,132
05wide ±642%
Fender
$137median
$40$1,800
06wide ±2633%
Headlight Assembly
$476median
$30$25,100
07wide ±1110%
Tail Light
$125median
$25$2,800
08wide ±224%
Alternator
$88median
$30$425
09wide ±126%
Starter
$110median
$30$307
10wide ±604%
Radiator
$146median
$35$1,800
11wide ±209%
AC Compressor
$133median
$44$600
12
Transfer Case
Price data updating
13wide ±189%
Axle Shaft
$101median
$19$400
14wide ±148%
Strut
$75median
$35$257
15wide ±273%
Steering Rack
$283median
$40$1,587
16wide ±264%
Grille
$140median
$19$759
17wide ±11384%
Side Mirror
$132median
$20$30,075
18wide ±111%
Turbocharger
$474median
$100$1,155
19wide ±317%
AC Condenser
$110median
$25$723
20wide ±272%
Wheels
$125median
$19$700
21wide ±492%
Fuel Pump
$115median
$40$1,172
22wide ±237%
Water Pump
$75median
$20$375
23wide ±108%
Power Steering Pump
$125median
$30$300
24wide ±169%
ABS Module
$175median
$40$631
25
Differential
Price data updating
26wide ±5661%
Engine Computer
$102median
$25$11,573
27wide ±142%
Throttle Body
$73median
$20$228
28wide ±2048%
Brake Caliper
$50median
$12$2,060
29spread ±48%
Drive Shaft
$300median
$75$361
30wide ±127%
Tailgate
$335median
$50$900
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
2022 Kia Optima transmission FAQ
How much is a used 2022 Kia Optima transmission?
Based on 311 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2022 Kia Optima transmission lists between $400 and $4,267, with a median asking price of $1,825.
How much does it cost to replace a 2022 Kia Optima transmission?
Using a used part, a 2022 Kia Optima transmission replacement typically runs $2,395–$3,625 all-in: the median used transmission for this year lists at $1,825, and independent-shop labor for transmission replacement typically takes 6–12 hours at $95–$150/hr ($570–$1,800). The labor figure does not include transmission fluid and filter, and a torque converter check on automatics. Labor is a national part-level estimate, not a quote for your vehicle.
Will a 2022 Kia Optima transmission fit another year?
Based on salvage-yard interchange data, listings for the 2022 Kia Optima transmission also appear under model years 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2021, 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 2022 Kia Optima gearbox?
A gearbox is another name for a transmission. The prices on this page cover the 2022 Kia Optima transmission — median $1,825, from 311 listings.