Transmission fluid service cost by country
| Country | Parts | Labour | Total 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States (USD) | $70–$320 | $95–$495 | $165–$815 |
| Canada (CAD) | CA$100–CA$450 | CA$110–CA$555 | CA$210–CA$1,005 |
| United Kingdom (GBP) | £65–£305 | £60–£360 | £125–£665 |
| Australia (AUD) | A$110–A$510 | A$120–A$585 | A$230–A$1,095 |
| France (EUR) | €75–€335 | €65–€345 | €140–€680 |
| United Arab Emirates (AED) | AED 275–AED 1,250 | AED 130–AED 900 | AED 405–AED 2,150 |
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 $95–$495
Shop labour is the bigger half of most quotes. If you fit it yourself, your cost is the parts line only — $70–$320 in the US.
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Symptoms that lead to this job
- Harsh or delayed shifts
- Burnt-smelling fluid
- Shudder at light throttle
What a fair quote includes
- Correct-spec ATF
- Pan gasket and filter
- Fluid level set at temperature
Red flags
- Universal ATF used in place of the OE spec
- Level set cold on a temperature-critical box
How to pay less
- Two drain-and-fills a year apart is often safer and cheaper than one power flush
Frequently asked questions
- How much does transmission fluid service cost in 2026?
- In the US expect $165–$815 in total — $70–$320 in parts and $95–$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 transmission fluid service take?
- Book time is roughly 1–3 hours. DIY difficulty: Hard.
- How often is transmission fluid service needed?
- Every 40,000–70,000 miles
- Can I save money by supplying my own parts?
- Yes. Parts are $70–$320 of the job, and many workshops will fit customer-supplied parts for labour only. Confirm the warranty position first.
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