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5 Best Oil Change Services in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Talise Sterling
By Talise Sterling, Goods and Shopping · ✓ Data verified July 2026 · 8 min read

An oil change sounds simple until you're standing in a waiting room getting quoted for a cabin filter you didn't ask about. Chicago's busiest oil change shops have logged over 7,569 reviews between them, and every one of them sits between 4.6 and 4.8 stars, a gap of just two-tenths of a point across the whole list. That tightness means the real differences show up in how each shop treats you once you're in the bay, not in the star count out front.

Short answer: Car Care Chicago - Goodyear tops the list with 4.8 stars across 4,133 reviews, the most of any oil change service in this search, known for tire and full-service repair work alongside routine oil changes. Chicago Auto Repair and Midtown Auto Repair - Goodyear both match that 4.8 rating with smaller but still substantial review counts. Reviewers across the list mention a standard conventional oil change running around $75 at the higher end, with add-ons like cabin filters and tire work quoted separately before you're charged.
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How Chicago's oil change shops line up

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Car Care Chicago - Goodyear 4.8 ★ 4,133 Overall pick, full-service and tires View ›
2 Chicago Auto Repair 4.8 ★ 1,023 Transparent estimates before work starts View ›
3 Jiffy Lube Oil Change 4.6 ★ 1,042 Fast, no-appointment oil changes View ›
4 Midtown Auto Repair- Goodyear 4.8 ★ 756 No-upsell routine maintenance View ›
5 Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center 4.7 ★ 615 Honest brake and tire add-on advice View ›
5 Best Oil Change Services in Chicago (2026)

The shops, one by one

Car Care Chicago - Goodyear logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Car Care Chicago - Goodyear

4.84,133 Google reviews

Car Care Chicago - Goodyear is a full-service auto shop on Wabash Avenue that handles oil changes alongside tire replacement, brakes, AC service, tune-ups, and vehicle inspections. It's a Goodyear-affiliated location, open seven days a week with long weekday hours, and reviewers describe a team that explains options clearly before charging for anything. The shop has built its reputation on tire work as much as routine maintenance, with named advisors mentioned repeatedly across reviews.

What people praise

  • Staff explain repair options and pricing before doing the work, per multiple reviewers
  • Online scheduling with a follow-up confirmation call
  • Clean, comfortable waiting area
  • Handles everything from oil changes to custom, high-horsepower builds

Worth knowing

  • One reviewer felt an emergency tire repair quote was high before a resolution was reached with the manager
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume4,133 · 97th
Confidencevery high
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown95% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: This ranks first on both rating and by far the largest review count on this page. It's the safest default if you want one shop that can handle an oil change and anything else that comes up.

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1806 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

Chicago Auto Repair logo
#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Chicago Auto Repair

4.81,023 Google reviews

Chicago Auto Repair, on West Chicago Avenue, is a full-service shop covering oil changes, brakes, AC, body work, detailing, and inspections. Reviewers consistently mention advisors like Alex and Eric walking customers through diagnostics and sending photo-backed estimates for approval before any charge is applied.

What people praise

  • Photo estimates sent for approval before extra work is charged
  • Advisors described as clear, honest, and quick to communicate
  • Diagnosed a loose-bolt issue without charging when a costly repair wasn't needed
  • Neighborhood shop feel with repeat customers
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume1,023 · 77th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown94% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Matches the top rating with a review count that's still well into the thousands, and the pattern in the reviews, being told what actually needs fixing rather than upsold, is consistent enough to trust.

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1710 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Jiffy Lube Oil Change logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Jiffy Lube Oil Change

4.61,042 Google reviews

Jiffy Lube Oil Change on North Elston Avenue is the Chicago location of the national quick-lube chain, offering 15-minute oil changes plus filter replacement and windshield repair without a required appointment. It's the only business on this page with a website confirming a specific fast-service format, and it keeps the longest posted hours of the group, open into the evening seven days a week.

What people praise

  • No appointment needed for a routine oil change
  • Staff credited by name for going beyond the basic service, including removing leftover tow stickers
  • Long hours, open evenings and weekends

Worth knowing

  • A conventional oil change was quoted at $75 by one reviewer, who felt that was high
  • One detailed review describes a dashboard warning light appearing after a visit, with the shop denying responsibility
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.6 / 5
Review volume1,042 · 83th
Confidencehigh
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown81% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The rating sits a touch below the top three, and the reviews are more mixed on price and on one disputed mechanical issue. Still a reasonable choice when speed and no appointment matter most.

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3630 N Elston Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

Midtown Auto Repair- Goodyear logo
#4🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

Midtown Auto Repair- Goodyear

4.8756 Google reviews

Midtown Auto Repair - Goodyear on Shakespeare Avenue is a full-service shop covering oil changes, brakes, engine rebuilding, mufflers, transmissions, and wheel alignment. Multiple reviewers, several of them women, specifically note not feeling pressured into unnecessary upsells, a theme that comes up again and again in the shop's reviews.

What people praise

  • Reviewers repeatedly note no pressure to buy services they didn't need
  • Reasonable, fair pricing mentioned across several reviews
  • A comfortable waiting room with a TV
  • Handles the full range from oil changes to brakes and transmission work
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.8 / 5
Review volume756 · 70th
Confidencevery high
Recency2 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown92% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Ties for the top rating with a smaller but still solid review base. The recurring no-pressure theme in the reviews is the kind of detail that's hard to fake at scale.

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1403 W Shakespeare Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center logo
#5🕑 Open 6 days/wk

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center

4.7615 Google reviews

Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center on West Diversey Parkway handles oil changes alongside its tire and general auto repair work, backed by a nationwide warranty program. Reviewers describe a shop that will recommend future work, like brake or strut replacement, without pushing for it immediately if there's still life left in the parts.

What people praise

  • Reviewers say brake and repair quotes here ran lower than a dealership's competing estimate
  • Free tire patching mentioned by one reviewer for a nail repair
  • Advisors described as honest about what needs fixing now versus later

Worth knowing

  • The lowest review count of the businesses on this page, though still in the hundreds
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating4.7 / 5
Review volume615 · 57th
Confidencehigh
Recency3 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown90% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Slightly behind the top four on rating and volume, but the reviews describe exactly the kind of straight-talk pricing that builds trust over repeat visits.

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1400 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614

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How we score these shops

Rating is each shop’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many customers have actually weighed in, ranked against the others in this search. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 4.8 from thousands of reviews carries more certainty than the same score from a handful. Recency tracks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers or its position on this page.

How much does an oil change cost in Chicago? (2026)

Reviewers on this page mention a conventional oil change priced around $75 at one shop, with add-ons like cabin air filters, roughly $20 per one review, quoted and photographed for approval before being charged. Prices vary by oil type (conventional versus synthetic), vehicle, and whether other maintenance is bundled in during the same visit.

JobTypical price
Conventional oil changearound $75, per customer reviews at one shop on this page
Cabin air filter replacementaround $20, per customer reviews at one shop on this page

Prices compiled from customer reviews on this page, verified July 2026. Always confirm current pricing directly with the shop before booking.

Serving all of Chicago

These oil change shops sit across the South Loop, West Town, Bucktown, Lincoln Park, and the Six Corners area near Elston Avenue, covering a wide stretch of the city from downtown to the North Side. If you’re searching for an oil change near me in Chicago, the shop closest to your route home or office is usually the more practical pick over a slightly higher-rated one across town.

What to ask before you book an oil change

  • Is the quote for conventional or synthetic oil, and what’s the price difference?
  • Will you show me photos or evidence before charging for any extra work?
  • Do you offer a nationwide warranty on parts and labor?
  • How long will the visit take, and do I need an appointment?
  • Is there a shuttle or comfortable waiting area if I’m staying on site?
  • What’s included in a standard oil change here versus what costs extra?

Frequently asked questions

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How did you choose these oil change services?

We looked at real Google listings for oil change services in Chicago, then ranked by rating and how many customers have reviewed each one.

How often is this updated?

We refreshed these ratings and review counts in July 2026, and we revisit listings periodically as new reviews come in.

Do I need an appointment for an oil change in Chicago?

It depends on the shop. Jiffy Lube advertises no-appointment 15-minute service, while the full-service repair shops on this list generally recommend scheduling ahead, especially for same-day service.

Is synthetic oil worth the extra cost?

That depends on your vehicle’s manufacturer recommendation and driving habits. Ask the shop directly what your specific car requires before choosing.

The bottom line

Car Care Chicago - Goodyear is the safe default, with the highest review count on this page and a rating to match. If you’re short on time and don’t need an appointment, Jiffy Lube’s quick-service model is the practical alternative, just ask for the price before they start.

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