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Free planning tool · Australia

Vehicle maintenance cost calculator

Plan a realistic annual and three-year budget for routine servicing and wear items.

Set your vehicle profile

Choose a make and model for a more specific estimate. Unknown vehicles use the general vehicle-type range.

Used as a planning note; the estimate uses the selected kilometre band.

Estimated maintenance budget

Typical annual range

$900$1,700

Three-year planning range: $2,700$5,100

Scheduled servicing and fluids$350$650
Tyres, brakes and wear items$300$600
Battery, inspections and allowance$250$500

What the estimate includes

The calculator covers scheduled servicing, fluids, tyres, brakes, battery, inspections and a general wear-item allowance. It excludes fuel, insurance, finance, depreciation and major accident repairs.

Why maintenance costs vary

Age, annual kilometres, vehicle size, service history, tyre choice and local workshop rates all affect ownership costs. Use this result for planning and ask a qualified workshop for a vehicle-specific quote.