Know the range before you call
Pick a service and your car to see what it usually costs and how long we'll be in your driveway. Every job still gets a written price after we confirm the cause, before any work starts.
Price check
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| Low | High | |
|---|---|---|
| Mainstream Asian (Toyota Camry) | $420 | $700 |
| Mainstream American (Ford Fusion) | $440 | $740 |
| Premium Asian/American (Lexus ES) | $510 | $850 |
| European (Volkswagen Jetta) | $570 | $960 |
| European luxury (BMW 3 Series) | $680 | $1,140 |
Curbside Torque estimates from the price check. European cars use pricier parts and take longer, so the same job costs more.
Why the make matters
Two cars can need the same repair and still cost very different amounts. The difference is mostly time and parts.
A Toyota Camry alternator comes off in about an hour with common tools. On many BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi models, the same job means removing more parts to reach it, using brand-specific tools and fluids, and sometimes coding the new part to the car. Consumer Reports' 2023 Annual Auto Survey found that over 10 years, owners spent about $4,900 maintaining and repairing a Toyota, compared with about $9,500 for a BMW, $10,525 for a Mercedes-Benz and $19,250 for a Land Rover.
- Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Nissan, Subaru: usually the low end of each range
- Ford, Chevrolet, GMC, Ram, Jeep, Dodge, Buick: low to middle of the range
- Lexus, Acura, Cadillac, Lincoln, Genesis, Infiniti: about 10 to 20 percent higher
- Volkswagen, Volvo, Mini: about 25 to 35 percent higher
- BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Porsche, Land Rover, Jaguar: about 40 to 60 percent higher, and longer on site
Every service
Check-engine diagnosis
A warning light is the start of the job, not the answer.
From $90Synthetic oil and filter change
Clean oil is the cheapest engine insurance there is.
From $75Brake pads and rotors
New pads and rotors on one axle, installed and bedded in your driveway, then road tested.
From $400Battery replacement
A dead battery is one of the most common reasons a car won't start.
From $170Alternator replacement
If the alternator stops charging, the car runs on the battery until it dies.
From $520Starter replacement
A starter that clicks but won't crank can leave you stranded in your own driveway.
From $430Spark plugs and ignition coils
Worn plugs make the engine misfire, waste fuel and can overheat the catalytic converter.
From $170Serpentine belt and tensioner
One belt runs the alternator, power steering, A/C and often the water pump.
From $125Water pump and thermostat
The water pump keeps coolant moving and the thermostat controls engine temperature.
From $430A/C leak check and recharge
If your A/C blows warm, the system is low because refrigerant is leaking out somewhere.
From $150Pre-purchase inspection
Buying used? We inspect the car at the seller, catch cleared fault codes and give you a written report.
$129 flatVideo diagnosis call
Won't start or a new light on the dash? Show a mechanic on a video call, wherever you are.
$49 flatRoadside assistance
Jump starts, fuel delivery, flat tires, lockouts and quick fixes where the car stopped.
From $65
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Starting prices are for a mainstream car. Use the price check above for yours. Ranges are planning estimates built from typical parts prices and standard labor times. Brand comparison: Consumer Reports 2023 Annual Auto Survey, as reported by Jalopnik and The Truth About Cars.