A Mavis brake job costs $180 to $450 per axle in 2026
Brake service at Mavis Discount Tire costs about $180 to $400 or more per axle for pads and rotors in 2026, with pads only jobs starting lower. Mavis runs a standing brake coupon of $40 off per axle, up to $80 off, that covers front or rear pads or shoes plus labor on most cars, with a free visual brake inspection. Mavis does not post a flat menu price. The quote comes after the inspection and depends on your car and whether the rotors can be reused.
What price guides say
We checked 3 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Mavis | Mavis lists a brake coupon of $40 off per axle, up to $80, valid through 12/31/26, with a free visual inspection and front or rear pads or shoes and labor. |
| FindPrices | FindPrices lists Mavis brake service at $180 to $400 or more per axle for pad and rotor jobs and says to get a written estimate. |
| Savings.com | Savings.com lists up to $80 off front or rear brakes at Mavis. |
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Pads only or pads and rotors | Reusing rotors keeps it near $180 to $250. New rotors push it to $300 to $450 per axle. |
| Your vehicle | Trucks, SUVs and European cars cost more for parts and time. |
| The coupon | $40 off per axle, up to $80, valid through December 2026 on most cars. |
| Extras | A brake fluid flush is $80 to $150. Calipers add $100 to $300 per side if seized. |
| Both axles | Mavis often quotes a package for all four wheels. |
What the price includes
A free visual inspection, new pads or shoes for one axle, labor, and usually new rotors if yours are below spec. Mavis, Tire Kingdom, NTB and STS run the same brake offer. FeeGuides.com is not linked to Mavis. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
Mavis bills brake work at the store after the job. It first does a free visual inspection, then gives you a quote that fits your car. The quote depends on your vehicle and whether the rotors can be reused. Mavis lists its coupon as $40 off per axle, up to $80, and the coupon page says to bring your car in for an exact price. Mavis, Tire Kingdom, NTB and STS run the same brake offer. Ask for the written estimate before you say yes, and ask what the total is out the door.
How to judge your quote
- Ask for the free brake inspection and a written estimate before you approve work.
- Ask if the price is for pads only or for pads and rotors.
- Ask if your rotors are thick enough to reuse or resurface.
- Ask if the coupon is applied per axle and if the quote is for one axle or all four wheels.
- Compare the total with the range above: $180 to $450 per axle for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Use the $40 per axle coupon from the Mavis coupons page. It is on the site all year.
- Ask for the written estimate before you approve. The inspection is free and you can take the quote elsewhere.
- Ask if the rotors are above minimum thickness. Resurfacing or reusing them saves $150 or more per axle.
- Compare with an independent shop at $250 to $450 per axle for pads and rotors on common cars.
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. Oil, filters, brake parts and tires all ship a long way, so chain prices moved up with freight in 2026.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Mavis, FindPrices and Savings.com. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much do brakes cost at Mavis?
FindPrices lists $180 to $400 or more per axle for pads and rotors. This guide shows $180 to $450 per axle.
Does Mavis have a brake coupon?
Yes. Mavis lists $40 off per axle, up to $80, valid through 12/31/26.
Is the brake inspection free?
Yes. Mavis lists a free visual brake inspection with the coupon.
How can I pay less?
Use the coupon and ask if your rotors can be reused. Get the written estimate and compare it with another shop.