Kia Optima transmission — AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) price snapshot
- Low
- $301
- Average
- $1,796
- High
- $2,455
Trim-specific price guide
Kia Optima Transmission — AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) prices
Pricing for the AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) variant of the Kia Optima transmission, aggregated from 82 salvage yard listings across 2 model years.
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Price summary
A used Kia Optima transmission (AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)) costs $301 to $2,455, with a median asking price of $1,898. Based on 82 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Oct 24, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$1,859
Grade B (good)$1,663
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Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$301–$2,45559 listings
Grade BStandard used$1,565–$2,0305 listings
Grade XUngraded$575–$2,33218 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $301–$2,455 | 59 | |
| Grade BStandard used | $1,565–$2,030 | 5 | |
| Grade XUngraded | $575–$2,332 | 18 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$1,859
Grade B$1,663
Ungraded$2,000
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $301–$2,455 overall range
Trim-specific context
How is the AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) priced differently?
This pricing covers the AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) variant of the Kia Optima transmission, based on 82 priced listings across 2 model years (2016, 2018). Its $1,898 median is 340% above the Kia Optima transmission overall median of $431.
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 AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) cost by year?
Other trims
Other Kia Optima transmission variants
(AT), 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), ID 430002D081
1 yr$1,434$800 – $2,455(AT), 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo), ID 430002D086
1 yr$1,668$1,000 – $2,237AT, 2.0L (VIN 2, 8th digit, turbo)
3 yrs$331$75 – $1,000AT, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), Korea built
1 yr$600$233 – $1,250AT, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), US built, from 11/20/14
1 yr$237$150 – $1,422AT, 2.0L (VIN 6, 8th digit, turbo), US built, thru 11/20/14
1 yr$199$99 – $350(AT), 2.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid)
2 yrs$500$150 – $1,200(AT), 2.0L, VIN D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid)
2 yrs$1,000$150 – $1,963(AT), 2.0L, VIN E (8th digit, hybrid)
2 yrs$500$150 – $1,200Common questions
Kia Optima transmission (AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)) FAQ
How much is a used Kia Optima transmission (AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo))?
Based on 82 priced salvage-yard listings across 2 model years, a used Kia Optima transmission in the AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) variant lists between $301 and $2,455, with a median asking price of $1,898.
Which Kia Optima years use the AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) transmission?
The AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) variant appears in model years 2016, 2018. Prices and availability differ by year.
Is there a price difference between AT, 1.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo) condition grades?
Yes. Grade A has a median of $1,859, Grade B has a median of $1,663. Grade A parts are in excellent condition, B is good, and C is fair.