Spark plug replacement cost by country
| Country | Parts | Labour | Total 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States (USD) | $25–$180 | $55–$495 | $80–$675 |
| Canada (CAD) | CA$35–CA$250 | CA$65–CA$555 | CA$100–CA$805 |
| United Kingdom (GBP) | £25–£170 | £35–£360 | £60–£530 |
| Australia (AUD) | A$40–A$290 | A$70–A$585 | A$110–A$875 |
| France (EUR) | €25–€190 | €40–€345 | €65–€535 |
| United Arab Emirates (AED) | AED 100–AED 700 | AED 80–AED 900 | AED 180–AED 1,600 |
Estimates are modelled from published independent-workshop hourly rate bands per country and the aftermarket-to-OE parts spread listed by the online retailers we link to. They are planning ranges, not quotes — dealer pricing, taxes and regional labour rates can fall outside these bands.
Buy the parts yourself: save $55–$495
Shop labour is the bigger half of most quotes. If you fit it yourself, your cost is the parts line only — $25–$180 in the US.
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Symptoms that lead to this job
- Misfire codes (P0300–P0308)
- Rough idle
- Poor fuel economy
- Hard starting
What a fair quote includes
- Full set of plugs gapped to spec
- Coil boot grease
- Intake removal on V6/V8 rear banks
Red flags
- Replacing one plug on a misfire
- Copper plugs fitted where iridium is specified
How to pay less
- Do the coils at the same time only if one has already failed
Frequently asked questions
- How much does spark plug replacement cost in 2026?
- In the US expect $80–$675 in total — $25–$180 in parts and $55–$495 in labour at $95–$165 per hour. Estimates are modelled from published independent-workshop hourly rate bands per country and the aftermarket-to-OE parts spread listed by the online retailers we link to. They are planning ranges, not quotes — dealer pricing, taxes and regional labour rates can fall outside these bands.
- How long does spark plug replacement take?
- Book time is roughly 0.6–3 hours. DIY difficulty: Moderate.
- How often is spark plug replacement needed?
- Every 30,000–100,000 miles depending on plug type
- Can I save money by supplying my own parts?
- Yes. Parts are $25–$180 of the job, and many workshops will fit customer-supplied parts for labour only. Confirm the warranty position first.
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