2018 Kia Optima water pump — 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) price snapshot
- Low
- $25
- Average
- $56
- High
- $100
Year & trim-specific price guide
Used 2018 Kia Optima Water Pump — 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) prices
Trim-specific pricing for the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) variant of the 2018 Kia Optima water pump, built from 14 real salvage yard listings with condition grade detail.
Price summary
A used 2018 Kia Optima water pump (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit)) costs $25 to $100, with a median asking price of $65. Based on 14 priced salvage yard listings across the US, updated Aug 27, 2026. Prices exclude shipping, core charges, and installation.
Grade A (excellent)$65
USD
Condition comparison
Price by part grade
Grade AClean / low wear$25–$10010 listings
Grade BStandard usedUpdating
Grade CVisible wearUpdating
Grade XUngraded$25–$654 listings
| Grade | Price range | Relative range | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade AClean / low wear | $25–$100 | 10 | |
| Grade BStandard used | Updating | — | |
| Grade CVisible wear | Updating | — | |
| Grade XUngraded | $25–$65 | 4 |
Median by grade
Grade price comparison
Grade A$65
Ungraded$60
Median asking price by seller-reported condition grade · $25–$100 overall range
Trim-specific context
How does the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) compare?
This pricing covers the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) variant of the 2018 Kia Optima water pump, based on 14 priced listings. Its $65 median is 13% below the 2018 Kia Optima water pump overall median of $75.
There are 8 other water pump variants available for the 2018 Kia Optima.
Pricing is not a fitment guarantee. Match the VIN, part number, engine or drivetrain, and seller-listed variant before ordering.
Same trim, other years
2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) in other model years
Same year, other trims
What other 2018 Kia Optima water pump variants are available?
2.0L, VIN 2 (8th digit, turbo)
14 listings$65$25 – $1001.6L (VIN 1, 8th digit, turbo)
9 listings$75$30 – $1492.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid), RH engine compartment
9 listings$75$50 – $2502.0L, VIN D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid), RH engine compartment
9 listings$75$50 – $2502.0L, VIN E (8th digit, hybrid), RH engine compartment
9 listings$75$50 – $2502.0L, VIN C (8th digit, hybrid), engine mounted
3 listings$120$115 – $2252.0L, VIN D (8th digit, plug-in hybrid), engine mounted
3 listings$120$115 – $2252.0L, VIN E (8th digit, hybrid), engine mounted
3 listings$120$115 – $225Back to full guide
2018 Kia Optima water pump — all trims
Common questions
2018 Kia Optima water pump (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit)) FAQ
How much is a used 2018 Kia Optima water pump (2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit))?
Based on 14 priced salvage-yard listings, a used 2018 Kia Optima water pump in the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) variant lists between $25 and $100, with a median asking price of $65.
Which years use the 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) water pump?
The 2.4L, VIN 3 (8th digit) variant appears in model years 2016, 2017, 2018. Prices and availability may differ by year.