Typical UK price ranges
Prices below are a guide for a clutch supplied and fitted by a garage, including labour and standard consumables. Your exact price depends on your car, whether the dual-mass flywheel needs doing and where you live, so always confirm with a quote.
| Vehicle or job type | Typical fitted cost |
|---|---|
| Small petrol hatchback (Fiesta, Corsa, Polo) | £450 to £750 |
| Mid-size family car (Focus, Astra, Golf) | £550 to £900 |
| Diesel saloon or estate | £700 to £1,200 |
| SUV or 4x4 | £850 to £1,500 |
| Dual-mass flywheel replacement (extra) | +£300 to £600 |
| DSG/DCT clutch pack replacement | £1,200 to £2,200 |
| Performance or prestige car | £1,000 to £2,500+ |
What affects the cost
Car make and model
Larger and more powerful cars need stronger clutches and bigger parts. German and prestige marques typically sit at the top of the range.
Labour time
A clutch replacement is a big job, usually 5 to 10 hours of labour. Front-wheel-drive cars with the gearbox tucked behind the engine take longer than simpler rear-wheel-drive layouts.
Dual-mass flywheel
Most modern diesels and many petrols use a dual-mass flywheel. If yours is worn, it must be replaced at the same time, which adds £300 to £600 to the bill.
Where you go
Independent garages are usually 20 to 40 percent cheaper than main dealers for the same job. Quotes vary widely, so it pays to compare a few locally.
Signs your clutch needs replacing
- The engine revs climb but the car does not accelerate as expected (clutch slip).
- The biting point is very high, very low, or feels spongy.
- Juddering or shuddering as you pull away in first or reverse.
- A burning smell after hill starts or stop-start traffic.
- Difficulty selecting gears, or a graunching noise when changing gear.
- A noisy or rattling clutch pedal, especially at idle.
How to pay a fair price
The same clutch job can vary by £300 or more between garages, and main dealers are almost always the most expensive option. The simplest way to avoid overpaying is to compare a few local quotes before you book. Describe your car and the symptoms once on RepairRadar, and trusted local garages send you competing prices so you can choose on cost and reviews.
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