Car repair prices in Toronto

What 40 common repairs typically cost in Toronto, North York, Scarborough and Etobicoke at independent shops, chains and dealerships, for a compact SUV before tax. Updated October 2026.

RepairIndependentChainDealership
Brakes
Front brake pads and rotors$470$470$650
Rear brake pads and rotors$500$500$690
Brake pads only, one axle$270$270$370
Brake caliper, one$350$350$520
Brake fluid flush$160$160$210
Maintenance
Synthetic oil and filter change$110$110$140
Cabin air filter$70$70$100
Engine air filter$50$50$70
Coolant flush$210$210$280
Transmission fluid service$310$320$410
Fuel system or injector cleaning$180$180$220
Tires and alignment
Seasonal tire swap, on rims$90$90$110
Mount and balance four tires$190$200$250
Four-wheel alignment$160$170$220
Maintenance
Diagnostic or inspection fee$170$170$220
Starting and charging
Battery replacement$290$300$370
Alternator replacement$660$660$970
Starter replacement$590$590$880
Engine and cooling
Water pump replacement$660$680$950
Timing belt and water pump$1,290$1,310$1,750
Thermostat replacement$320$320$440
Radiator replacement$730$740$1,100
Spark plugs, full set$250$250$330
Ignition coil, one$170$170$250
Serpentine belt$190$190$260
Valve cover gasket$310$320$420
Engine mount, one$460$470$660
Oxygen sensor, one$290$290$420
Fuel pump module$850$850$1,230
Steering and suspension
Wheel bearing or hub, one$490$490$710
Front struts, pair$1,080$1,090$1,600
Rear shocks, pair$500$500$740
Lower control arm, one$460$480$690
Outer tie rod end, one$230$230$320
Sway bar links, pair$240$240$350
CV axle, one$490$510$860
Exhaust and A/C
Catalytic converter$1,240$1,270$2,470
Muffler replacement$450$450$720
A/C evacuate and recharge$260$270$320
A/C compressor replacement$1,290$1,300$1,910

Fixtimate's estimates of typical prices. A shop's own price can differ: check your quote or get prices for your car.