How much does tyre ute / 4wd all-terrain (16-18 inch), per tyre fitted cost in New Zealand?

Typically NZ$300–NZ$860 including GST at a NZ$120 an hour workshop rate (A$250–A$570 in Australia at A$140 an hour).

Tyre ute / 4WD all-terrain (16-18 inch), per tyre fitted: how much does it cost?

Typically NZ$300–NZ$860 in New Zealand and A$250–A$570 in Australia, including GST. SUVs, utes and 4WDs.

	Parts (trade)	Labour	Sublet	Total incl GST
New Zealand	NZ$180–NZ$550	0.3–0.5 h	—	NZ$300–NZ$860
Australia	A$150–A$360	0.3–0.5 h	—	A$250–A$570

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

Trade tyre cost ex GST for 265/65R17-type sizes. Budget AT around NZD 200-290 retail; BFGoodrich KO3 about NZD 620. Light-truck construction and mud-terrain cost more.

Other chassis repairs

Brake pads only, one axle front or rear (car)NZ$150–NZ$310
Front brake pads and discs (car)NZ$400–NZ$750
Brake pads only, one axle front or rear (SUV / ute)NZ$180–NZ$410
Front brake pads and discs (SUV / ute)NZ$510–NZ$1,040
Brake pads only, one axle front or rear (European)NZ$250–NZ$610
Front brake pads and discs (European)NZ$670–NZ$1,430
Front brake pads and discs (performance: AMG, M, RS, Porsche)NZ$1,210–NZ$3,220
Rear brake pads and discs (car)NZ$340–NZ$650
Rear brake pads and discs (SUV / ute)NZ$480–NZ$920
Rear brake pads and discs (European)NZ$630–NZ$1,280

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.