Brakes · Car
Brake caliper cost
By vehicle type
| Parts | Labour | Independent garage | Main dealer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City car | £55 – £140 | £50 – £135 | £105 – £275 | £145 – £435 |
| Family car, SUV | £75 – £185 | £50 – £135 | £120 – £320 | £165 – £495 |
| Premium | £140 – £385 | £50 – £135 | £185 – £520 | £240 – £755 |
Total incl. VAT · United Kingdom
By country
| Country | Hourly rate | Independent garage | Main dealer |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | €65 – €140 | €130 – €335 | €170 – €470 |
| Belgium | €60 – €125 | €130 – €330 | €160 – €455 |
| Switzerland | CHF 110 – CHF 210 | CHF 195 – CHF 495 | CHF 245 – CHF 665 |
| Germany | €80 – €190 | €145 – €380 | €190 – €545 |
| Austria | €85 – €185 | €150 – €395 | €195 – €545 |
| Spain | €45 – €90 | €115 – €290 | €135 – €385 |
| Italy | €40 – €80 | €110 – €285 | €135 – €375 |
| Portugal | €35 – €75 | €105 – €270 | €130 – €365 |
| Netherlands | €75 – €150 | €140 – €360 | €180 – €490 |
| United Kingdom | £60 – £170 | £120 – £320 | £165 – £495 |
Family car, SUV. Method
What changes the price
The hourly rate: it can double between a small-town independent and a city-centre dealer.
Parts quality: genuine, original-equipment brand or aftermarket.
Access: on some engines other parts must come off before the mechanic can reach the job.
Related problems
Frequently asked questions
How much does a brake caliper cost?
At an independent garage, expect £120 to £320, parts and labour included. Main dealer: £165 – £495.
Why is the dealer more expensive?
Dealer hourly rates run 40 to 60% higher on average, and genuine parts cost more than their original-equipment equivalents. Under EU rules, servicing outside the dealer network does not void the manufacturer warranty.
What is book time?
It is the reference time set for a given job. Garages bill that time even if they work faster. If a quote shows far more hours than book time, ask why. Book time: 1 – 1.5 h.
Data updated October 2026. Indicative estimate. MecaScan cannot see your vehicle: always have a diagnosis confirmed by a professional, and never work on brakes, steering or airbags without the skills.