How much does full / logbook service (car) cost in New Zealand?

Typically NZ$310–NZ$590 including GST at a NZ$120 an hour workshop rate (A$310–A$580 in Australia at A$140 an hour).

Full / logbook service (car): how much does it cost?

Typically NZ$310–NZ$590 in New Zealand and A$310–A$580 in Australia, including GST. Cars.

	Parts (trade)	Labour	Sublet	Total incl GST
New Zealand	NZ$100–NZ$220	1.2–2 h	—	NZ$310–NZ$590
Australia	A$90–A$200	1.2–2 h	—	A$310–A$580

Totals use a standard workshop rate of NZ$120 or A$140 an hour and a 25% parts markup, plus GST. Your workshop's rate and parts prices will differ.

What affects the price

Oil and filter, air and cabin filters, fluid top-ups, and a full inspection and road test. Plugs, brake fluid or coolant on the due interval are priced as separate jobs. Japanese and Korean cars sit at the low end.

Other service repairs

Basic service: engine oil and filter change (car)NZ$120–NZ$260
Basic service: engine oil and filter change (SUV / diesel ute / 4WD)NZ$190–NZ$370
Basic service: engine oil and filter change (European)NZ$220–NZ$420
Full / logbook service (SUV / diesel ute / 4WD)NZ$410–NZ$800
Full / logbook service (European)NZ$450–NZ$920
Timing belt kit with water pump (4-cyl petrol)NZ$630–NZ$1,200
Timing belt kit with water pump (V6 petrol)NZ$910–NZ$1,690
Timing belt kit with water pump (diesel ute / 4WD)NZ$890–NZ$1,720
Timing belt kit with water pump (European 4-cyl / diesel)NZ$920–NZ$1,770
Spark plugs, standard nickel / copper (4-cyl)NZ$80–NZ$180

Researched by Credov in October 2026 from NZ and Australian parts suppliers and workshop price guides. Typical ranges, not quotes: ask a workshop for a quote before you rely on a price. All repair costs.