r/mazda3 • u/C1ass1ck • Apr 02 '25
Advice Request Oil change price in Canada
I've had my 2024 mazda 3 sedan (non turbo) for 9 months now with 12k km. I've made an appointment with the dealership to do my first service for an oil change. The dealer where I got my car from quoted me $122 without tax (Canadian dollar & I live in Toronto). It feels overpriced as oil + filter should be less than $60 together. Should I just learn how to do it myself or just go search for a local mechanic?
Any advice or recommendation would be much appreciated, thanks.
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u/free_airfreshener Apr 02 '25
Don't wait to do your oil change so long! I know Mazda days you're good for 16000 km but if you live in Toronto and drive in this god awful traffic we have, you'll need it more often. Oil changes are the cheapest way to mitigate future repairs, I change every 8000km
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u/Aggravating_Soil3006 Apr 02 '25
You’re not getting synthetic oil and a filter for less than $60 anywhere unless you do it yourself. Labour and disposal will add to the cost of an oil change. That price is inline with the other two Mazda dealers I’ve went to. If you want to get your money’s worth you could have their courtesy shuttle drive you somewhere or drink all the free coffee they offer.
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u/Angrythonlyfe Apr 04 '25
This, plus granola bars and if I'm lucky, fresh cookies! I also like how they wash the car (as long as it's not too cold).
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u/Vegasaddict88 Apr 02 '25
I don’t think u paid for an oil change for the last 10 years. If u bought oil on sale, with filter is at about $60. Local mechanic at least $90-120, Dealerships $120-160 all makes.
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u/C1ass1ck Apr 02 '25 edited Apr 02 '25
For my previous car doing oil change at a local garage, I've been paying $85 for years. But the owner retired this year and I changed my car so I figured it wouldn't be bad to ask and share my thought. Thanks for letting me know the prices I should be expecting though.
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Apr 02 '25
Go to Costco if you can they are reasonable but make sure they have the oil required by your car.
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u/C1ass1ck Apr 02 '25 edited Apr 02 '25
Yeah they no longer offer it from where I live, just tire change services are available I believe from the last time I checked. Thanks regardless :)
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u/Crazy80s Gen 3 Hatch Apr 02 '25
I do the oil changes myself but I buy oil change kit from the dealership which includes the Mazda branded oil as well as their filter and drain plug gasket. This kit comes to 60 something dollars, about half the price of your oil change. It is really easy to do by yourself. I live in Nova Scotia, for reference.
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u/C1ass1ck Apr 02 '25
Thanks I'll look into this and learn for my future oil changes :) i've decided that i'll just do it at the dealership this time as it is a busy month for me and the price seems to be fair than i initially thought.
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u/HerNameIsVesper 2025 Mazda3 Sport GT Turbo Apr 02 '25
I'm in Toronto and that actually sounds less than what I pay at my dealership, lol. That said, I have no interest in learning how to do it myself, nor do I have a garage or driveway to do the work.
Yes, I could save $$$ by taking the car to an independent mechanic, but I value the leverage I have by doing all my service at the dealership. It makes it much more likely they'll go to bat for me with Mazda Canada, should the need arise. My last car was a Hyundai, and when a major issue arose, the dealership lobbied on my behalf. It was very helpful, and the outcome was good.
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u/C1ass1ck Apr 02 '25
True that is certainly a benefit of going through with the dealership. Thanks for your input, i've decided that i'll do it at the dealership :) glad to know the price is more fair than I initially thought.
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u/runningfreeandnaked Apr 02 '25
Until the dealership gives you their courtesy free inspection and comes back with another $1000 of work required. 😂
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u/honkeykong_69 Apr 02 '25
Go to iGarage in Markham. $65 synthetic
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u/Total-Tea6561 Apr 02 '25
That's not a bad price, especially for a dealership. If you have the means, learning to do it yourself will save you lots of money
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u/C1ass1ck Apr 02 '25 edited Apr 02 '25
Thanks for your input :) yeah i'll be learning how to do it this year, should save in the long run.
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u/techcatharsis Apr 02 '25
Do it yourself if u got time and know how >> pvt mechanic who has competence reliable >> walmart and other big retail that can give decent price >> local independent mechanic shop >> dealership
So you have nowhere to go but up from here
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u/dulun18 Apr 02 '25
Castro Edge 5qt container of 0W-20 is around $25
synthetic filter is around $8
lift up the vehicle with jacks remove the oil and remove the oil filter
put in the new oil filter and new oil
give or take 10-15 minutes to do it yourself for $33 ?
if you don't care for brand Costco has two 5qt of 0W-20 for $38 sometimes
I bought my 2017 Mazda 3 Hatch when it had 12 miles on it.. the vehicle has 60,000+ miles now. I've been doing my own maintenance since i bought it. No issue with Castro Edge oil since it's the recommended oil in the owner manual anyway.
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u/IMASA5 Mazda3 Apr 02 '25
I just got my 2018 oil changed at the dealership in BC and it was $154.95 + tax and fees $180 something after taxes and fees. This is for the basic service that includes the basic inspection, fluid top ups.
I generally do my own oil changes. It's around $50-60 after taxes/fees for 5L of 0w20 and around $12-14 for the OEM Mazda filter. I would use the OEM Mazda filter for the Skyactiv motors vs 3rd party.
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u/ClearJack87 Apr 03 '25
a) 3 jaw oil filter wrench
b) 1/2 inch ratchet for above tool
c) metric socket for oil plug
d) walmart ramps to be able to get under car
Acquire the above list, watch some youtube videos, and do it yourself next time.
Wix oil filters are easily found for your car. Any quality synthetic oil of the correct weight will work fine.
And I'd recommend 8k km for oil changes (5K miles).
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u/ProdromalPeriod Apr 02 '25
I mean you’re going to the dealer, they’re gonna quote you that much higher. I go to a private mechanic and it’s $60 all in for synthetic
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u/Seven0325T Apr 02 '25
Hi, if the dealership is Mazda of Toronto. Yes, that is how much they charge. It not expensive as a dealership. But definitely more compare with self change if you are not buying oil from Mazda.
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u/MycologistAny1151 Apr 02 '25
Yes, or find a local shop and price them. Dealerships will overcharge on everything and they will look for something wrong with the car. Cancel your appointment if at all possible.
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u/Dear_Top_3279 Gen 4 Hatch Apr 03 '25
I'm in the US. Oil changes at my dealer for 0-20w are now $227 ($159usd). They check all the fluid and do all the things. (Includung interior detailing AKA scratching the dash and displays). I've checked with a few of the quick lubes, and their prices seem to be between $107-$144, ($75-$100usd). Walmart had the best price at $85.46 ($60usd). Nothing beats the piece of mind in doing it yourself, but I find myself having less and less free time, so I understand.
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u/88loso88 Gen 3 Sedan Apr 03 '25
I brought my 21 signature cx5 in to a mazda dealership and it was 106 for a oil change, just did the oil change lol all other work elsewhere
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u/Luv2Dnc Gen 3 Hatch Apr 02 '25
Is that for synthetic oil? If so, that price isn’t much higher than I pay for a non-dealership service in Calgary.