An engine mount replacement costs $475 to $1,081 in 2026
An engine mount replacement costs $475 to $1,081 in 2026 for common cars, per RepairPal. Its national average is $643 to $798. Labor is about $328 to $481 and parts are about $316 to $317. J.D. Power says replacing an engine mount can cost anywhere from $446 to $498. YourMechanic lists an average of $1,011 for a Honda Civic, with $129 for parts and $882 for labor.
Engine mount replacement cost by car
RepairPal lists these ranges for the most common cars. Your year and engine move the price inside each range.
| Car | Price, parts and labor |
|---|---|
| Ford F-150 | $809 to $1,081 |
| Honda CR-V | $691 to $778 |
| Toyota Corolla | $632 to $745 |
| Toyota Camry | $628 to $709 |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | $527 to $701 |
| Honda Accord | $616 to $667 |
| Honda Civic | $564 to $641 |
| Nissan Altima | $475 to $539 |
How common cars compare
Against the middle of the RepairPal national average, $720, the Ford F-150 runs about 31 percent more; the Honda CR-V is about the national middle; the Toyota Corolla runs about 4 percent less; the Toyota Camry runs about 7 percent less; the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 runs about 15 percent less; the Honda Accord runs about 11 percent less; the Honda Civic runs about 16 percent less; the Nissan Altima runs about 30 percent less. The gap comes from where the part sits, how long it takes to reach, and the price of the part for that car.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| RepairPal | National average $643 to $798. Labor is about $328 to $481 and parts are about $316 to $317. |
| J.D. Power | J.D. Power says replacing an engine mount can cost anywhere from $446 to $498. |
| YourMechanic | YourMechanic lists an average of $1,011 for a Honda Civic, with $129 for parts and $882 for labor. |
What pushes the quote up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Mount type | Plain rubber mounts cost less. Hydraulic or electronic mounts cost much more, and J.D. Power says parts can reach $600. |
| Which mount | A car has several mounts. A mount that is hard to reach takes more labor. Labor runs $328 to $481 on average. |
| Number replaced | Shops often change more than one mount at a time, and the cost adds up. |
| Engine support | The shop must hold up the engine to change the mount. Some cars need other parts moved first. |
| Car type | Big engines, trucks, and luxury cars have bigger, costlier mounts. RepairPal shows parts at $316 to $317 for the national average. |
How to tell you need it
- You feel a heavy shake or clunk when you start the car, shift gears, or drive over bumps.
- The engine looks like it moves or tilts when the hood is up and a helper shifts the car.
- A shop finds a cracked or torn rubber mount, or a leak from a hydraulic one.
What the price includes
The price includes the new mount, the labor to support the engine and swap the mount, and a test drive. Ask if more than one mount is in the quote. It does not include tax, shop supply fees, or other repairs the shop finds while the car is in.
How to judge your quote
- Ask which mount needs work and how they confirmed it.
- Ask if other mounts are worn and if they should be replaced too.
- Ask if the part is original brand or aftermarket, and the warranty.
- Ask for the labor hours in writing.
- Compare the total with the range above: $475 to $1,081 for most cars.
Ways to pay less
- Ask for an aftermarket mount. It can cost far less.
- Replace worn mounts together to save repeat labor.
- Get quotes from two or three shops. Labor hours differ a lot.
- Do not wait too long. A bad mount can wear other parts, like hoses and belts.
Dealer or independent shop
RepairPal puts labor for an engine mount replacement at $328 to $481. At the typical independent shop rate of about $140 an hour, that is about 2.9 hours of work. A dealer charging $200 an hour would bill about $578 for the same labor, and a $100 an hour shop about $289. Parts cost about the same anywhere, so the shop rate is where you can save. See what mechanics charge an hour.
Why this costs more in 2026
Shop labor now runs about $100 to $250 an hour. Many car parts are imported, and freight costs went up after the oil shock that began with the Iran war in February 2026. Steel, copper, aluminum and resin prices are up too, and they go into almost every part. Mounts are made of steel and bonded rubber, and many now have fluid chambers or electronics. Those materials and parts cost more.
How we got these numbers
The national range, the labor and parts split and the prices by car come from RepairPal's engine mount replacement estimate, last updated September 3, 2026. We checked them against J.D. Power and YourMechanic, and read every number on the source page on October 7, 2026. These are planning ranges, not quotes. Your shop's written estimate is the real price.
Common questions
How much does an engine mount replacement cost?
RepairPal shows $643 to $798. J.D. Power says $446 to $498. Cost depends on the car and the type of mount.
Can I drive with a bad engine mount?
You can for a short time. It can shake the car and strain other parts. Fix it soon.
How long does it take?
Many shops finish in one to three hours for one mount. Hard mounts take longer.
Can I do it myself?
It is hard. You must hold up the engine safely. Most people choose a shop.